Steam Sets New Concurrent User Record
Following huge discounts during its holiday sale, PC gaming platform Steam has set and subsequently broke its concurrent user record three times over the last 30 days.
Steam Starts Region-Locking Games in Select Territories
In an effort to fight currency exploits, Valve begins region locking games in select countries near Russia and in Brazil.
Here's the Latest Steam Controller Design
The latest Steam Controller design doesn't feature any major changes, leading many to believe it might be ready for public consumption.
Valve's Gabe Newell Brings 'Hatred' Back to Steam
Less than 24 hours after its removal from Steam Greenlight, the controversial shooter 'Hatred' is back thanks to Valve Founder Gabe Newell.
Controversial Shooter 'Hatred' Removed from Steam by Valve
Valve pulls the Steam Greenlight campaign for the controversial shooter 'Hatred,' saying they have no interest in publishing the game.
Steam Launches & Immediately Closes Holiday Auction
Want to trade in unused Steam Community Items for actual games? Too bad. Thanks to an exploit, Steam's shut down their first-annual holiday auction.
Steam Broadcasting is Valve's Answer to Twitch
Valve announces Steam Broadcasting, a new service that lets Steam users stream gameplay directly from the client.
Pro 'StarCraft 2' & 'CS:GO' Players Get Bans; Embarrass eSports
Following the recent bans of professional 'StarCraft 2' and 'CS:GO' players, the competitive eSports scene draws some negative attention.
You Might Want to Avoid 'The Slaughtering Grounds' Mess
'The Slaughtering Grounds' is the latest title to emphasizing problems with the Steam Greenlight process — and an argument between its developers and critic Jim Sterling isn't helping matters.
Steam Launches Music Player: Listen While You Play
After several months in beta, Valve rolls out the Steam Music Player as an official update, alongside limited time deals on soundtracks.
20 Million People Tuned In For International 'Dota 2' Championships
The International 'Dota 2' Championships were bigger than ever this year, with over 20 million people tuning in at various times of the tournament, and up to 2 million concurrently.
Steam Machines & Controller Delayed to 2015
Valve has pushed the launch of their Steam Machines, and the unique Steam controller, to 2015, citing a need for further improvement as a primary reason for the decision.
'Counter-Strike' Creator Claims Valve is Working on 'Half-Life 3' and 'Left 4 Dead 3'
The creator of 'Counter-Strike' claims to have seen concept art for 'Half-Life 3' and has information on the development of the next 'Left 4 Dead' game.
'Half-Life 2' City 17 Recreated by Fan in Unreal Engine 3
One fan has tried to the answer the question: what would 'Half-Life 2' look like if it was built using Unreal Engine 3?
GR Pick: 'Half-Life 3' Fan-Made Trailer Features an Arctic Adventure
Gordon Freeman and Alyx Vance brave the cold in search of the Borealis in a new, and impressive, fan-made trailer for 'Half-Life 3.'
Why 'Evolve,' 'Left 4 Dead' Creator Turtle Rock Studios Left Valve
After 'Left 4 Dead' brought 'Evolve's Turtle Rock Studios under Valve's ownership, the co-founder explains why the team returned to independence.
Alienware Backtracks on Steam Machine Customization Comments
Alienware's Frank Azor reveals that, contrary to previous statements, his company's Steam Machine will be upgradeable, but doing so will not be an easy task.
Alienware Steam Machines Releasing Annually; No Customization Options
Alienware has revealed their forthcoming Steam Machine will be the first console released as part of an annual life cycle, and unfortunately the device will not offer customization options.
Valve Unveils New Steam Controller Design, Trades Touchscreen for Face Buttons
The Steam controller has swapped its proposed touchscreen for a set of face buttons, and Alienware announces their Steam Machine will hit retail in September.
Valve Explains Why Gamers Will Want a Steam Machine
Still on the fence about Steam Machines? Let Valve's Gabe Newell and Jeff Cain explain why they think gamers will want to own one.