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  • Latest Steam Beta introduces higher DPI support for all platforms!

    Remember how Steam used to look like crap on higher DPI settings on Windows or Linux? Not anymore! Activate the latest Steam beta to see how it looks like under other than default DPI settings. Here’s a screenshot from 125% DPI mode on Windows 10 at 1080p:

  • Watch out! New currencies coming to Steam tomorrow.

    In case you didn’t know Steam is introducing a lot of new currencies to the store worldwide, including Polish Złoty. If you have any money in your Steam Wallet and it happens to be in Euros €€€ then you might get fucked. You see, they have sent an e-mail about it recently and Steam is…

  • New currencies coming to the Steam store

    I know this is rather old news but I don’t have much time to post here. I can’t believe this is finally happening… after 9 fucking years (!) Steam introduces more currencies to the Steam store. Details below! This is an e-mail to all Steamworks developers from Valve Software – New currencies to expect on…

  • Steam: New UI and Netflix Sign-In coming soon?

    It’s time! Even more stuff is coming to Steam it seems. Someone at SteamDB found a lot of hints in one of the latest Steam Beta releases – the new UI design is not all. Apps, comics, music, TV shows and movies are on their way. Some of the game icon choices are weird for example…

  • Steam update adds library management options and Xbox controller configuration

    Two weeks ago Valve released a beta update to the Steam client. They’ve added configuration support for Xbox 360 and Xbox One controllers, along with any generic controllers as well. That feature is now available to everyone! PlayStation 4 controllers support has been added last month. From now on you can connect and use virtually any console…

  • Steam: Mobile app update coming in early 2017

    According to various media around the globe Valve Software is currently working on it’s Steam mobile app. It appears that in early 2017 you will be able to watch streams of some sort of video materials on your mobile device – documentaries, tutorials, full length movies and even TV shows. Steam video library keeps on expanding,…

  • Few words about Valve’s employee (Head Admin and creator of STS)

    Here is some really bad info from reddit/r/Steam guys, Victor, a translator and ex-moderator from the Spanish Steam Translation Server team, posted a really concerning message regarding Steam Translation Server program: “Valve employee also known for being the Head Admin and creator of STS, has been harassing, lying, discrediting, creating an oppressive, intimidating environment, and overall doing…

  • Steam beta adds DLC view to your games!

    Finally! You can see what DLCs do you own and if it’s installed or not. To activate the beta go to Steam > Settings and participate in the beta.

  • Steam Discovery has launched, client updated

    Well well, here’s a nice update for the Steam store, it looks so much better now and has some improved features like recommended tags etc. and the client got a small visual update as well. Good job Valve now fix your prices in Europe! ;-) And here’s the updated client, notice the little gamepad icon…

  • Steam adds music library and player in latest beta

    Probably old news to some of you but I’ve just noticed that Steam has a neat music player feature. Enable the latest beta on Steam to check it out, here are some screenshots: Good thing is that it works with Steam overlay and you can listen to your favorite tracks while you play, although you…

  • Steam Beta: Install multiple games at the same time

    Normally you’d have to start each download manually, but now you can select as many games in your library as you like, then right-click and select “install.” That will open an “install—multiple games” window. Nice!

  • Steam: Beta update introduces new UI design, taskbar icon

    Just got an update of Steam Beta Client few hours ago and noticed that the changelog mentioned the new UI design and some bug fixes. It’s always nice to see interface updates as I’m not a big fan of Steam’s current designs. I was positively surprised when I saw they’ve removed the diagonal stripes from…

  • Steam beta update lets you preload games to any folder

    Yesterday’s Steam client beta update introduced some minor tweaks to in-home streaming, a new library section for Big Picture mode and the ability to preload games to any folder rather than the Steam default. Nice!

  • Stream your Steam games to your laptop!

    Steam just launched In-Home Streaming. This is rather a breakthrough, you can now stream your Steam games (or pretty much anything from your gaming computer!) to any device that supports Steam (excluding Google Android I guess). Have an old Linux laptop laying around and want to play Titanfall or have a quick session in Dota…

  • Steam: In-home streaming now in open beta

    Want to stream games from your desktop PC to a living room PC while sitting on a couch? Now you can! Remember this is still a beta though so don’t expect wonders. Valve has improved Steam in-home, here’s the latest changelog: Added an intro dialog the first time you start streaming a game Show a…

  • Steam Family Sharing Beta – Borrow and Share your Steam Game Library

    Valve just announced a new cool upcoming feature. The Steam Family Sharing will allow you to share your Steam games with others on up to 10 different computers. That means, people will be able to play your games while using their own Steam accounts, on your local or a different computer. That sounds much like…

  • Valve Linux Steam Client Beta Application

    Valve is looking for Linux gamers to install and test their new Steam for Linux client. They are, however, primarily interested in experienced Linux users. Get access to the beta now!

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  • Steam adding remote game installs (over browser or mobile device)

    Here’s official Steam Support article. And a shot from official forums beta thread: No pre-loading? Not a problem anymore. Queue up your game at work and play when you get home. Same goes for being out of town for lets say future Steam holiday sales. Here’s a screenshot of the remote installation progress:

  • Steam Mobile beta giveaway begins soon!

    To participate simply join our Steam Group and wait for the announcement.

  • Steam app comes from many direct requests from Steam users

    Gabe Newell said that it’s going to be a great addition and was a result of many direct requests from their customers. “The Steam app comes from many direct requests from our customers,” he said “Seeing which of your friends are online and playing a game, sending quick messages, looking at screenshots for an upcoming…

  • Screenshots from Steam for Android BETA

    I got into beta (lucky me!) and here are some screenshots of the application:

  • DOTA 2 massive leak

    One of the guys who got into DOTA 2 beta has decided to share with the rest of the world by leaking the client to the public. Most notable are some strings found in the game’s files that point to a microtransaction driven, free-to-play model similar to what Valve’s own Team Fortress 2 currently employs.…

  • Steam Trading

    Steam has trading in beta testing. Everyone can participate. Possible first tradeable to-be items: GTA: 4 Half-life 2: Deathmach King’s Bounty Armored Princess Left 4 Dead Max Payne Max Payne 2 Portal Portal 2 Stargate Resistance   Important things: * There are no geo-restrictions.* No, you cannot trade your own bought games, only received gifts.*…