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fromGameSpot
6 days ago
Video games

Valve's Deadlock Has A Super-Secret Invite-Only Alpha Different From The Known Invite-Only Alpha

Valve's Deadlock features an undisclosed alpha test revealed by a streamer, offering more characters than the standard version.
#gaming
Video games
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

Half-Life 3 is just the hot exclusive Valve needs to propel SteamOS past Windows

Valve’s strategy to tie new Half-Life releases with SteamOS aims to replicate the success of Steam with Half-Life 2.
Launching Half-Life 3 with SteamOS could risk player complaints but also create a significant user base.
Video games
fromEngadget
2 months ago

Valve hands the Team Fortress 2 source code to modders

Valve has released the TF2 source code to the community for free modding, revitalizing the game while ensuring respect for community-created content.
fromGameSpot
1 month ago
Video games

Valve's DRM Origins Include An Exec's 19-Year-Old Pirate Nephew

Monica Harrington's nephew's CD-ROM replicator inspired Valve to implement its DRM policy.
fromThe Verge
1 month ago
Video games

Valve fixes Steam Deck update that caused boot loops

Valve corrected a problematic update for Steam Deck after reports of boot loops and performance issues.
fromThe Verge
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Valve will officially let you install SteamOS on other handhelds as soon as this April

Valve is expanding SteamOS beyond the Steam Deck, allowing third-party devices in 2025.
A beta for SteamOS on other handhelds is set to be released after March.
fromVG247
6 months ago
Video games

If you're considering buying a Steam Deck, Valve reiterates it's not jumping on the yearly release train just to put out something "only incrementally better"

Valve aims to deliver significant upgrades to Steam Deck only when impactful technology is available, not on a yearly schedule.
Video games
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

Half-Life 3 is just the hot exclusive Valve needs to propel SteamOS past Windows

Valve’s strategy to tie new Half-Life releases with SteamOS aims to replicate the success of Steam with Half-Life 2.
Launching Half-Life 3 with SteamOS could risk player complaints but also create a significant user base.
Video games
fromEngadget
2 months ago

Valve hands the Team Fortress 2 source code to modders

Valve has released the TF2 source code to the community for free modding, revitalizing the game while ensuring respect for community-created content.
fromGameSpot
1 month ago
Video games

Valve's DRM Origins Include An Exec's 19-Year-Old Pirate Nephew

Monica Harrington's nephew's CD-ROM replicator inspired Valve to implement its DRM policy.
fromThe Verge
1 month ago
Video games

Valve fixes Steam Deck update that caused boot loops

Valve corrected a problematic update for Steam Deck after reports of boot loops and performance issues.
fromThe Verge
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Valve will officially let you install SteamOS on other handhelds as soon as this April

Valve is expanding SteamOS beyond the Steam Deck, allowing third-party devices in 2025.
A beta for SteamOS on other handhelds is set to be released after March.
fromVG247
6 months ago
Video games

If you're considering buying a Steam Deck, Valve reiterates it's not jumping on the yearly release train just to put out something "only incrementally better"

Valve aims to deliver significant upgrades to Steam Deck only when impactful technology is available, not on a yearly schedule.
more#gaming
#malware
Video games
fromBleepingComputer
1 month ago

Steam pulls game demo infecting Windows with info-stealing malware

Valve removed 'Sniper: Phantom's Resolution' from Steam due to malware reports, highlighting serious security risks.
Users should avoid downloading games from external sources to prevent malware infections.
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago
Video games

Valve removes video game demo suspected of being malware | TechCrunch

Valve removed Sniper: Phantom's Resolution from Steam due to malware concerns.
The game's free demo was reported to install malicious software.
This incident follows a similar removal of another game for security issues.
Video games
fromBleepingComputer
1 month ago

Steam pulls game demo infecting Windows with info-stealing malware

Valve removed 'Sniper: Phantom's Resolution' from Steam due to malware reports, highlighting serious security risks.
Users should avoid downloading games from external sources to prevent malware infections.
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago
Video games

Valve removes video game demo suspected of being malware | TechCrunch

Valve removed Sniper: Phantom's Resolution from Steam due to malware concerns.
The game's free demo was reported to install malicious software.
This incident follows a similar removal of another game for security issues.
more#malware
#game-development
fromGameSpot
1 month ago
Video games

The Dramatic Half-Life Deal That Altered The Fate Of Valve Forever

Valve's success hinged on regaining IP rights for Half-Life, which enabled its continued development and influence in gaming.
The negotiation strategy involved a bold threat to cease game production, showcasing the risk Valve was willing to take.
fromVG247
5 months ago
Video games

Fancy a look at Half-Life 2: Episode 3? For Half-Life 2's 20th anniversary, Valve shares a jam-packed documentary showing some of the infamous episode that never was

Valve's release of Half-Life 2 updates includes a glimpse into the unreleased Episode 3 and highlights the game's lasting impact.
fromGameSpot
5 months ago
Video games

Valve Reflects On Lawsuit That Could Have Killed The Company

The success of Half-Life 2 was jeopardized by a lawsuit from Vivendi, which nearly led Valve to bankruptcy.
fromThe Verge
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Steam now warns you if an 'early access' PC game might be abandoned

Valve introduces warning for early access games that haven't received updates.
Warning aims to protect users from investing in potentially abandoned titles.
fromGameSpot
4 months ago
Video games

Valve's Third Steam Replay Gives Your 2024 Gaming Stats

Valve releases 2024 Steam Replay, offering detailed insights into users' gaming statistics and habits over the year.
Video games
fromGameSpot
1 month ago

The Dramatic Half-Life Deal That Altered The Fate Of Valve Forever

Valve's success hinged on regaining IP rights for Half-Life, which enabled its continued development and influence in gaming.
The negotiation strategy involved a bold threat to cease game production, showcasing the risk Valve was willing to take.
Video games
fromVG247
5 months ago

Fancy a look at Half-Life 2: Episode 3? For Half-Life 2's 20th anniversary, Valve shares a jam-packed documentary showing some of the infamous episode that never was

Valve's release of Half-Life 2 updates includes a glimpse into the unreleased Episode 3 and highlights the game's lasting impact.
fromGameSpot
5 months ago
Video games

Valve Reflects On Lawsuit That Could Have Killed The Company

The success of Half-Life 2 was jeopardized by a lawsuit from Vivendi, which nearly led Valve to bankruptcy.
fromThe Verge
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Steam now warns you if an 'early access' PC game might be abandoned

Valve introduces warning for early access games that haven't received updates.
Warning aims to protect users from investing in potentially abandoned titles.
fromGameSpot
4 months ago
Video games

Valve's Third Steam Replay Gives Your 2024 Gaming Stats

Valve releases 2024 Steam Replay, offering detailed insights into users' gaming statistics and habits over the year.
more#game-development
Video games
fromPolygon
1 month ago

Half-Life: Alyx, VR's first - and hopefully not last - killer app, turns 5

Half-Life: Alyx sets the standard for VR games with its immersive experience and design.
#video-games
Video games
fromThe Cool Down
1 month ago

Gamer's screenshot exposes controversial trend taking over mobile games: 'Never touch it again'

Video games, intended as escapism, are increasingly plagued by advertisements, undermining the gaming experience.
Dynamic ad insertion is a growing trend in gaming, raising concerns among players and developers.
fromGameSpot
2 months ago
Video games

Steam Next Fest February 2025: 25 Of The Best Demos You Can Download Right Now

Steam Next Fest offers a unique chance to try a wide variety of demos in a limited timeframe.
Valve has scheduled multiple gaming events into 2025 for various gaming themes after Next Fest.
fromVG247
7 months ago
Video games

Deadlock is giving players the chance to turn cheaters into frogs, as Valve hops on the issue in cheeky fashion

Valve's Deadlock introduces a humorous anti-cheat system allowing players to transform cheaters into frogs instead of immediate bans.
fromKotaku
5 months ago
Video games

Half-Life 2 Gets Big 20th Anniversary Update And Is Free To Grab For A Limited Time

Valve celebrates the 20th anniversary of Half-Life 2 with major updates, new features, and a special documentary highlighting its impact and development history.
Video games
fromGameSpot
3 months ago

Legacy Of Kain: Soul Reaver 1-2 Remastered, Indiana Jones, And More Land On Steam's Top Titles For December

Valve's top releases list for December 2024 presents popular titles but lacks clarity on ranking criteria, leading to some confusion.
Video games
fromKotaku
5 months ago

Steam's Big Fall Sale Is Live And Here Are Some Of The Best Deals

Valve's Autumn Sale offers substantial discounts on games until December 4, making it an ideal time for gamers to find deals.
Video games
fromThe Cool Down
1 month ago

Gamer's screenshot exposes controversial trend taking over mobile games: 'Never touch it again'

Video games, intended as escapism, are increasingly plagued by advertisements, undermining the gaming experience.
Dynamic ad insertion is a growing trend in gaming, raising concerns among players and developers.
Video games
fromGameSpot
2 months ago

Steam Next Fest February 2025: 25 Of The Best Demos You Can Download Right Now

Steam Next Fest offers a unique chance to try a wide variety of demos in a limited timeframe.
Valve has scheduled multiple gaming events into 2025 for various gaming themes after Next Fest.
fromVG247
7 months ago
Video games

Deadlock is giving players the chance to turn cheaters into frogs, as Valve hops on the issue in cheeky fashion

Valve's Deadlock introduces a humorous anti-cheat system allowing players to transform cheaters into frogs instead of immediate bans.
fromKotaku
5 months ago
Video games

Half-Life 2 Gets Big 20th Anniversary Update And Is Free To Grab For A Limited Time

Valve celebrates the 20th anniversary of Half-Life 2 with major updates, new features, and a special documentary highlighting its impact and development history.
fromGameSpot
3 months ago
Video games

Legacy Of Kain: Soul Reaver 1-2 Remastered, Indiana Jones, And More Land On Steam's Top Titles For December

Valve's top releases list for December 2024 presents popular titles but lacks clarity on ranking criteria, leading to some confusion.
fromKotaku
5 months ago
Video games

Steam's Big Fall Sale Is Live And Here Are Some Of The Best Deals

Valve's Autumn Sale offers substantial discounts on games until December 4, making it an ideal time for gamers to find deals.
more#video-games
#handheld-gaming
Video games
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

Three years later, the Steam Deck has dominated handheld PC gaming

The Steam Deck has significantly outperformed its competitors, dominating the handheld gaming market since its launch three years ago.
fromThe Verge
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Lenovo might soon announce a SteamOS handheld

Lenovo's Legion Go S may signal a growing shift towards SteamOS as an alternative to Windows for handheld gaming.
fromPolygon
4 months ago
Gadgets

Lenovo's Legion Go S mixes Steam Deck software with some new ideas

Lenovo's Legion Go S innovates by combining advanced hardware with Valve's user-friendly SteamOS for a new handheld gaming experience.
Video games
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

Three years later, the Steam Deck has dominated handheld PC gaming

The Steam Deck has significantly outperformed its competitors, dominating the handheld gaming market since its launch three years ago.
fromThe Verge
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Lenovo might soon announce a SteamOS handheld

Lenovo's Legion Go S may signal a growing shift towards SteamOS as an alternative to Windows for handheld gaming.
fromPolygon
4 months ago
Gadgets

Lenovo's Legion Go S mixes Steam Deck software with some new ideas

Lenovo's Legion Go S innovates by combining advanced hardware with Valve's user-friendly SteamOS for a new handheld gaming experience.
more#handheld-gaming
#team-fortress-2
Video games
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

Valve releases full Team Fortress 2 game code to encourage new, free versions

Valve's classic games are receiving significant updates, enhancing playability and customization for the community.
fromKotaku
6 months ago
Video games

Valve Fixed A 17-Year-Old Team Fortress 2 Bug Involving Pants

Valve fixed a longstanding bug in Team Fortress 2 regarding Blu Scout's pants color after 17 years, surprising long-time fans.
The patch's release is speculated to coincide with the holiday season's developer flexibility.
Video games
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

Valve releases full Team Fortress 2 game code to encourage new, free versions

Valve's classic games are receiving significant updates, enhancing playability and customization for the community.
fromKotaku
6 months ago
Video games

Valve Fixed A 17-Year-Old Team Fortress 2 Bug Involving Pants

Valve fixed a longstanding bug in Team Fortress 2 regarding Blu Scout's pants color after 17 years, surprising long-time fans.
The patch's release is speculated to coincide with the holiday season's developer flexibility.
more#team-fortress-2
#steam
fromKotaku
5 months ago
Video games

Steam Has New Rules For DLC And Season Passes To Prevent Players From Getting Screwed

Valve is enforcing stricter rules for pre-ordered DLC and season passes on Steam, emphasizing transparency and customer assurance.
fromGameSpot
2 months ago
Video games

Valve Seemingly Bans All Steam Games That Require Watching Advertisements To Play

Valve bans games utilizing ad-based revenue models on Steam.
fromPolygon
6 months ago
Video games

Steam's new recording features allow deep integration with games

Steam now offers game recording features comparable to GeForce Experience with minimal performance impact.
The per-game settings for recording duration and quality allow for personalized gaming experiences.
Developers can utilize Steam's SDK to enhance in-game moments with automatic clip recording.
fromVG247
5 months ago
Tech industry

Still playing Steam games on Windows 7 or 8? You might want to consider upgrading your operating system soon

Users on Windows 7 and 8 can no longer access the latest Steam updates, emphasizing the need to upgrade for continued support.
fromVG247
7 months ago
Tech industry

Either I'm experiencing deja vu, or Steam has somehow set another user count record only a month after the last one

Steam reached a new record of over 38 million concurrent users, demonstrating the sustained popularity and growth of PC gaming.
fromKotaku
2 months ago
Video games

Save A Fortune On Co-Op Games In Steam's Latest Sale

Steam is holding a Couch Co-Op Fest sale until February 17, featuring impressive discounts on multiplayer games.
fromKotaku
5 months ago
Video games

Steam Has New Rules For DLC And Season Passes To Prevent Players From Getting Screwed

Valve is enforcing stricter rules for pre-ordered DLC and season passes on Steam, emphasizing transparency and customer assurance.
fromGameSpot
2 months ago
Video games

Valve Seemingly Bans All Steam Games That Require Watching Advertisements To Play

Valve bans games utilizing ad-based revenue models on Steam.
fromPolygon
6 months ago
Video games

Steam's new recording features allow deep integration with games

Steam now offers game recording features comparable to GeForce Experience with minimal performance impact.
The per-game settings for recording duration and quality allow for personalized gaming experiences.
Developers can utilize Steam's SDK to enhance in-game moments with automatic clip recording.
fromVG247
5 months ago
Tech industry

Still playing Steam games on Windows 7 or 8? You might want to consider upgrading your operating system soon

Users on Windows 7 and 8 can no longer access the latest Steam updates, emphasizing the need to upgrade for continued support.
fromVG247
7 months ago
Tech industry

Either I'm experiencing deja vu, or Steam has somehow set another user count record only a month after the last one

Steam reached a new record of over 38 million concurrent users, demonstrating the sustained popularity and growth of PC gaming.
fromKotaku
2 months ago
Video games

Save A Fortune On Co-Op Games In Steam's Latest Sale

Steam is holding a Couch Co-Op Fest sale until February 17, featuring impressive discounts on multiplayer games.
more#steam
#lenovo
fromThe Verge
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Valve will be Lenovo's 'special guest' at just-announced gaming handheld event

Lenovo is set to unveil its first SteamOS handheld, the Legion Go S, at CES '25, showcasing advances with significant industry partnerships.
fromArs Technica
4 months ago
Tech industry

Bye-bye Windows gaming? SteamOS officially expands past the Steam Deck.

Lenovo's Legion Go S is the first non-Valve handheld to include SteamOS, offering a portable gaming experience for a competitive price.
fromThe Verge
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Valve will be Lenovo's 'special guest' at just-announced gaming handheld event

Lenovo is set to unveil its first SteamOS handheld, the Legion Go S, at CES '25, showcasing advances with significant industry partnerships.
fromArs Technica
4 months ago
Tech industry

Bye-bye Windows gaming? SteamOS officially expands past the Steam Deck.

Lenovo's Legion Go S is the first non-Valve handheld to include SteamOS, offering a portable gaming experience for a competitive price.
more#lenovo
#steam-deck
fromGSMArena.com
5 months ago
Mobile UX

Steam Deck OLED is getting a new color

Valve is releasing a limited edition white Steam Deck OLED on November 18, priced at $679.
fromVG247
4 months ago
Video games

Valve quickly shoots down Steam Deck 2 rumours just as AMD announces a new processor designed for handhelds like the Steam Deck

AMD's Ryzen Z2 processors won't support a new Steam Deck, contrary to initial announcements.
fromInverse
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Steam is Hopping on the Most Frustrating Console Trend

The new Steam Deck OLED Limited Edition White is visually stunning but comes at a higher price and limited availability, making it a rare purchase opportunity.
fromKotaku
5 months ago
Video games

Valve Reveals Very Pretty, All-White Steam Deck

Valve is releasing a limited edition all-white Steam Deck on November 18 for $680, with the same specs as the OLED version.
fromInverse
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Steam Deck Will Skip Yearly Hardware Updates to Focus on 'Generational Leap'

Valve will not release yearly updates for the Steam Deck, prioritizing significant technological advancements over incremental improvements.
fromEngadget
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

A white Steam Deck OLED can be yours for $679

Valve has launched a limited edition white Steam Deck OLED for $679 with the same hardware, available starting November 18.
fromGSMArena.com
5 months ago
Mobile UX

Steam Deck OLED is getting a new color

Valve is releasing a limited edition white Steam Deck OLED on November 18, priced at $679.
fromVG247
4 months ago
Video games

Valve quickly shoots down Steam Deck 2 rumours just as AMD announces a new processor designed for handhelds like the Steam Deck

AMD's Ryzen Z2 processors won't support a new Steam Deck, contrary to initial announcements.
fromInverse
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Steam is Hopping on the Most Frustrating Console Trend

The new Steam Deck OLED Limited Edition White is visually stunning but comes at a higher price and limited availability, making it a rare purchase opportunity.
fromKotaku
5 months ago
Video games

Valve Reveals Very Pretty, All-White Steam Deck

Valve is releasing a limited edition all-white Steam Deck on November 18 for $680, with the same specs as the OLED version.
fromInverse
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Steam Deck Will Skip Yearly Hardware Updates to Focus on 'Generational Leap'

Valve will not release yearly updates for the Steam Deck, prioritizing significant technological advancements over incremental improvements.
fromEngadget
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

A white Steam Deck OLED can be yours for $679

Valve has launched a limited edition white Steam Deck OLED for $679 with the same hardware, available starting November 18.
more#steam-deck
#steamos
fromThe Verge
5 months ago
Tech industry

Valve's master plan for Steam Machines is finally coming into focus

Valve is gearing up to challenge major gaming companies like Sony and Microsoft with new hardware and an expanded SteamOS ecosystem.
fromArs Technica
5 months ago
Graphic design

The return of Steam Machines? Valve rolls out new "Powered by SteamOS" branding.

Valve may be launching a new hardware initiative under the 'Powered by SteamOS' label, suggesting a revival of third-party gaming hardware.
The new logo indicates that devices will run SteamOS and boot directly into the operating system.
fromThe Verge
5 months ago
Tech industry

Valve's master plan for Steam Machines is finally coming into focus

Valve is gearing up to challenge major gaming companies like Sony and Microsoft with new hardware and an expanded SteamOS ecosystem.
fromArs Technica
5 months ago
Graphic design

The return of Steam Machines? Valve rolls out new "Powered by SteamOS" branding.

Valve may be launching a new hardware initiative under the 'Powered by SteamOS' label, suggesting a revival of third-party gaming hardware.
The new logo indicates that devices will run SteamOS and boot directly into the operating system.
more#steamos
fromGameSpot
5 months ago
Video games

Steam Controller 2 And New VR Controller Both Reportedly In The Works At Valve

Valve is developing a sequel to the Steam Controller and a VR controller for its upcoming Deckard headset, indicating advancements in gaming hardware.
fromThe Verge
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Leak: Valve is making a Steam Controller 2 and a 'Roy' for its Deckard

Valve is reportedly developing a Steam Controller 2 and new 'Roy' VR controllers, hinting at major gaming hardware advancements.
#half-life-2
fromGameSpot
5 months ago
Video games

Half-Life 2 Gets Big 20th Anniversary Update, As New Information On Episode 3 Revealed

Half-Life 2 celebrates its 20th anniversary with an update, new commentary, and free availability on Steam for a limited time.
fromPolygon
5 months ago
Video games

Half-Life 2 turns 20, gets a big update, documentary, and 100% off sale price

Valve celebrates Half-Life 2's 20th anniversary with updates, a documentary, and the game is free to play.
The update includes bug fixes, graphical enhancements, and episodic expansions.
fromInverse
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

20 Years Later, One of the Best Shooters of All Time Just Got a Massive Update

Half-Life 2's 20th anniversary patch revives interest with new content and updates, reinforcing its status as a beloved classic in gaming.
fromGameSpot
5 months ago
Video games

Half-Life 2 Gets Big 20th Anniversary Update, As New Information On Episode 3 Revealed

Half-Life 2 celebrates its 20th anniversary with an update, new commentary, and free availability on Steam for a limited time.
fromPolygon
5 months ago
Video games

Half-Life 2 turns 20, gets a big update, documentary, and 100% off sale price

Valve celebrates Half-Life 2's 20th anniversary with updates, a documentary, and the game is free to play.
The update includes bug fixes, graphical enhancements, and episodic expansions.
fromInverse
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

20 Years Later, One of the Best Shooters of All Time Just Got a Massive Update

Half-Life 2's 20th anniversary patch revives interest with new content and updates, reinforcing its status as a beloved classic in gaming.
more#half-life-2
Video games
fromKotaku
5 months ago

Valve Reveals Early Gameplay Of Canceled Half-Life 2 Episode 3 And Why It Never Got Finished

The new Valve documentary reveals insights into the long-awaited Episode 3 and showcases early prototypes of the canceled game.
fromThe Verge
7 months ago
Privacy professionals

Steam will let you sue Valve now

Steam removed its forced arbitration policy, allowing consumers to pursue lawsuits against Valve.
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