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Lenovo Legion Go S official: $499 buys the first authorized third-party SteamOS handheld

Lenovo's Legion Go S will be the first handheld PC with SteamOS, challenging the Steam Deck at $499.

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Valve Removes Steam Game For Spreading Malware, Sends Players Warning About Security Concerns

The game PirateFi was removed from Steam for spreading malware to players.

Valve recommends users perform full-system scans and potentially reformat their systems.

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.

4 weeks 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.

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.

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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.

Tech industry

Lenovo Legion Go S official: $499 buys the first authorized third-party SteamOS handheld

Lenovo's Legion Go S will be the first handheld PC with SteamOS, challenging the Steam Deck at $499.

Information security

Valve Removes Steam Game For Spreading Malware, Sends Players Warning About Security Concerns

The game PirateFi was removed from Steam for spreading malware to players.

Valve recommends users perform full-system scans and potentially reformat their systems.

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.

4 weeks 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.

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

Fresh leaks suggest Half-Life 3 development may be nearing completion

New engine updates suggest HLX project's progress and possible announcement future.

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.

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.

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.

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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.

Video games

Half-Life Actor Stirs Up Half-Life 3 Rumors With Cryptic New Year's Message

There is renewed hope for Half-Life 3 after cryptic messages and reports suggest possible play testing, fueling excitement among long-time fans.

Fresh leaks suggest Half-Life 3 development may be nearing completion

New engine updates suggest HLX project's progress and possible announcement future.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Video games

Half-Life Actor Stirs Up Half-Life 3 Rumors With Cryptic New Year's Message

There is renewed hope for Half-Life 3 after cryptic messages and reports suggest possible play testing, fueling excitement among long-time fans.

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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.

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

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.

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.

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.

19,000 Games Came To Steam In 2024 And 80 Percent Of Them Had Almost No Players

79% of video games released on Steam in 2024 went unplayed, reflecting a significant trend in gaming's marketplace.

Limited status games are prevalent due to increased shovelware and scams, affecting overall gameplay engagement.

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.

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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.

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.

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.

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

19,000 Games Came To Steam In 2024 And 80 Percent Of Them Had Almost No Players

79% of video games released on Steam in 2024 went unplayed, reflecting a significant trend in gaming's marketplace.

Limited status games are prevalent due to increased shovelware and scams, affecting overall gameplay engagement.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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Team Fortress 2's Source Code Is Out, Fan-Made Games May Be Next

Valve's release of Team Fortress 2's source code allows fans to create extensive mods non-commercially.

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.

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.

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Team Fortress 2's Source Code Is Out, Fan-Made Games May Be Next

Valve's release of Team Fortress 2's source code allows fans to create extensive mods non-commercially.

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.

Senator Accuses Valve Of Allowing Hate To Spread On Steam

Senator Warner accuses Steam of permitting harmful extremist content, highlighting the platform's risk to youth.

Valve is under scrutiny for its moderation policies amid concerns of hate speech on Steam.

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.

Video games

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

Valve bans games utilizing ad-based revenue models on Steam.

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.

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.

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.

Senator Accuses Valve Of Allowing Hate To Spread On Steam

Senator Warner accuses Steam of permitting harmful extremist content, highlighting the platform's risk to youth.

Valve is under scrutiny for its moderation policies amid concerns of hate speech on Steam.

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.

Video games

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

Valve bans games utilizing ad-based revenue models on Steam.

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.

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.

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.

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Video games

You can now pre-order the new limited edition Steam Deck

Valve is launching a limited edition Steam Deck OLED for $679, maintaining the same hardware as the previous model but with a new finish.

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.

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.

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.

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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.

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.

Video games

You can now pre-order the new limited edition Steam Deck

Valve is launching a limited edition Steam Deck OLED for $679, maintaining the same hardware as the previous model but with a new finish.

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.

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.

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.

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Wearables

Valve is now selling refurbished Steam Deck OLEDs starting at $439

Valve's refurbished Steam Deck OLED offers great value, starting at $439 for the 512GB version, enhancing affordability without sacrificing performance.

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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Miscellaneous

The Raspberry Pi 5 now works as a smaller, faster kind of Steam Link

The Steam Link evolved into a versatile streaming option through the Raspberry Pi 5, enhancing usability and performance for Linux-based gaming.

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.

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.

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Privacy professionals

Steam will let you sue Valve now

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