I played that $1,000 Steam game. I regret it Imagine how bad the people who paid for it feel. PC Gamer · Jun 23
"The 'AI Stigma' is real and severely punishes developers": A new study shows how much using AI in games hurts sales, and the numbers are hard to believe A new study from Game Oracle demonstrates the negative effects the use of AI can have on sales (and reputation). There's a lot to unpack here, but the main message is resounding: we're not yet ready for the future of gaming. Windows Central · Jun 23
Valve working on SteamOS for general release — company collaborating with Nvidia to ensure compatibility, hints at dual-boot capabilities in the future Valve engineer Pierre-Loup Griffais says that the company is working on expanding SteamOS compatibility with Nvidia and other hardware platforms. This should make it easier for users to install the gaming operating system on non-Valve hardware, although it still requires a complete system wipe to replace the existing OS. Tom’s Hardware · Jun 23
Genshin Impact creator miHoYo has released an AI companion on Steam, an eternal student cursed to never obtain her piano degree The studio is doubling down on its investment in AI. PC Gamer · Jun 23
Steam Machine Finally Launches: Valve's Big Return Overshadowed by Controversial High Price Valve's Steam Machine, priced from $1,049, aims to bridge console and PC gaming. However, its high cost has sparked debate among gamers about its value and market appeal. International Business Times UK · Jun 23
Valve Steam Machine Launches: Sign-up to Purchase Console or Bundle Directly on Steam Valve has announced the launch of the Steam Machine and has opened up signups for those who want to purchase the console or its bundle on Steam. Player One · Jun 23
An absurdly large patch filled with over 2K lines of changes is how the devs of early access co-op RPG Fellowship hope to hook players on running MMO-like dungeons without the MMO Season 3 brings its biggest and most important update ever. PC Gamer · Jun 22
I usually skip soulslikes not made by FromSoftware, but one Steam demo just won me over Me to my fiancee when I'm playing Prison of Husks and I reach the Prison of Husks: "That's the Prison of Husks." PC Gamer · Jun 22
Steam Machine reviews are here: 'Even Valve is disappointed' The first Steam Machine reviews have gone live, and opinions are mixed. From price, performance, and convenience, here's what tech reviewers had to say. Tom’s Guide · Jun 22
Steam finally found a way to recommend new games that doesn't feel like I'm getting KO'd by a fire hose A calendar for games? Imagine! PC Gamer · Jun 22
Valve says it isn't subsidizing the Steam Machine's $1050 price because of its 'religious' refusal to 'build a more closed system' The company says subsidizing hardware costs is ultimately worse for the consumer. PC Gamer · Jun 22
We finally know how much Valve's Steam Machine will cost — here's how to sign up this week for a chance to buy the console-like gaming PC At long last, Steam Machine maker Valve has announced the device's price and when it's launching. Here's how to sign up to try and reserve one to buy. Windows Central · Jun 22
Steam Machine launches next week, and its price is as painful as we all expected I'm officially priced out. Destructoid · Jun 22
Tom’s Hardware · Jun 22 Valve opens Steam Machine reservations — details $1,049 starting price, randomized queue to stop scalpers, and limited inventory In a blog post, Valve explained its new randomized reservation systems, new tactics to stop scalpers, and why it has limited inventory.
PC Gamer · Jun 22 Sign up for a Steam Machine before June 25: Valve running one-time randomized queue due to limited availability and to 'limit resellers' Sign up before then for a chance to buy a Steam Machine sometime this year.
PC Gamer · Jun 22 Steam Machine review A wonderful design can't beat the ugly realities of pricing, performance, and consumer value.
PC Gamer · Jun 22 Steam Machine is here, starts at $1,049—sign up live for 512 GB/2 TB model, with optional Steam Controller Valve admits its higher than hoped: "Our original goal for the price… is no longer viable."
GamesRadar · Jun 22 21 years ago, Valve passed on a chill game pitched as "the opposite" of GTA San Andreas, Journey creator says: "We only publish games with guns, our players like to shoot" Cloud is certainly no shooter
GamesRadar · Jun 22 Meccha Chameleon flies by 7 million sales in under 2 weeks as Steam's latest viral hit continues to go to the moon, devs celebrate by teasing a "Japan-themed map" Another day, another indie banger
Dot Esports · Jun 22 How to play Halo Campaign: Evolved in split screen co-op Take on the Covenant (again) with a friend in Halo: Campaign Evolved split screen co-op.
Windows Central · Jun 22 PlayStation's PC ports have reportedly generated nearly double the revenue of Xbox's PS5 ports but Sony is still quitting Steam According to Alinea Analytics, PlayStation's PC ports have generated nearly twice the revenue of Xbox's PS5 releases. While Sony's strategy began earlier and includes more titles, the figures highlight the different approaches both companies are taking as they expand beyond their traditional platforms.
Tom’s Hardware · Jun 22 Ludicrous $999 Steam game lasts just 10 minutes — ‘Congratulations On Your Purchase’ is pure conspicuous consumption with its golden ticket Steam Achievement 'Congratulations On Your Purchase' recently appeared on PC digital marketplaces priced at $999. Its main claim to fame is that it is proudly 'the most expensive game on Steam.' Buyers get a golden ticket Steam Achievement.
PC Gamer · Jun 22 Steam Week in Review: spammy, AI-generated capsule art is a pox, and it makes browsing Steam less fun All the interesting Steam facts for the week ending June 22.
TechRadar · Jun 21 I wanted to recommend this Hori gamepad as a cheap Steam Controller alternative, but it's just not worth your money The Horipad for Steam controller has its highlights, but it's let down massively by a cheap feel and underwhelming performance.