The new RPG for Sword Art Online feels shockingly close to the legendary anime, and the demo is topping Steam Next Fest charts Echoes of Aincrad looks deeply SAO-coded, for better and worse GamesRadar · Jun 18
The Steam Machine and GTA 6 pre-orders may happen at the same time, but it won't be on Valve's box Both the Steam Machine and GTA 6 pre-orders could land on the same day, but you should note that you won't be playing the long-awaited sequel on Valve's box. GamesRadar · Jun 18
Valve's latest SteamOS is out with 'initial support for upcoming Steam Machine hardware' And the OLED charging LED works like it should now. PC Gamer · Jun 18
Valve upgrades AMD's 9070 XT GPU in the Steam Hardware Survey, finally allowing the credit it deserves But still only in 23rd place, natch. PC Gamer · Jun 18
PSA: Steam's most popular PC background app was reportedly infected with malware via Wallpaper Engine's workshop One of Steam Workshop's most downloaded apps, the Wallpaper Engine, has been reported as being weaponized by hackers and infecting its wallpapers with malware that can be used to hijack unsuspecting Steam users' accounts and steal their private info. Windows Central · Jun 18
Kaspersky finds malware hidden in Steam Wallpaper Engine that hijacks accounts to spread itself — dozens of malicious packages downloaded tens of thousands of times Attackers have spent the past several months smuggling malware into Steam through animated desktop wallpapers. Tom’s Hardware · Jun 18
'Destiny 2' Future in Doubt as 'Monument of Triumph' Success Fails to Stop Bungie Layoff Reports "Destiny 2 Monument of Triumph" boosts players, but Bungie layoffs and end-of-service plans continue despite record Steam activity and fan backlash. Player One · Jun 18
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced has great news for completionists: "no achievement can be missed," and none are tied to a difficulty setting, either And none of them require an internet connection GamesRadar · Jun 18
PlayerUnknown's survival game becomes free-to-own and offers Steam refunds 'without restrictions on playtime or how long ago you bought the game' It's free forever, but it's also over. PC Gamer · Jun 17
"Gamers don't want it": Palworld lead says Pocketpair doesn't touch AI because players hate it and artists "like doing stuff themselves" "If the gamers don't want it, I guess that's it, right?" GamesRadar · Jun 17
I tried Bus Simulator 27 on PC, and it's a super relaxing game... Until it just isn't Bus Simulator 27 could be a seriously chilled out game to play if its new demo is anything to go by, but there's still work that needs to be done. Windows Central · Jun 17
I'm convinced this farming sim horror demo is better than anything you'll play during Steam Next Fest I've never experienced anything like Fractured Blooms GamesRadar · Jun 17
Gamers beware — experts flag Steam Workshop is being abused to spread malware via Wallpaper Engine app Even a wallpaper can carry a virus these days, so be careful what you're downloading. TechRadar · Jun 17
Forget NPCs, now we have CPCs — Co-Playable Characters or AI teammates in PUBG courtesy of Nvidia ACE tech, but I'm not impressed so far Many gamers are doubtful, mystified, or think that this will be beyond amusing. TechRadar · Jun 17
GamesRadar · Jun 17 Valve billionaire Gabe Newell spends $70 million on a new mansion to go with his $500 million yacht as the house of Steam fights monopoly lawsuits $70.8 million, to be precise
GamesRadar · Jun 17 Capcom made twice as much money on Steam compared to PlayStation in the last year, boosted by Resident Evil, Monster Hunter, and Devil May Cry as PC gaming continues to grow Even a terrible Monster Hunter Wilds port couldn't slow it down
PC Gamer · Jun 17 Warning all weebs: Kaspersky says hackers are distributing malware via anime girl wallpapers on Steam Workshop's Wallpaper Engine Is nothing sacred?
T3 · Jun 17 Android 17 brings a literal game changer to foldable phones – there's just one major concern Your foldable phone could soon replace your Steam Deck – just keep this one thing in mind
Player One · Jun 17 This Google Chrome Extension Will Flag Steam Games Made With Generative AI This newly discovered Google Chrome extension will help you flag AI-generated games on Steam without the need to read the disclaimer part.
Player One · Jun 17 'Luna Abyss' Developers Laid Off Days After Successful Launch on Xbox Game Pass Luna Abyss launched to positive reviews and Game Pass support, yet its entire development team was laid off shortly after release.
PC Gamer · Jun 17 I ran 45 idle game demos from Steam Next Fest all at once for a desktop companion battle royale Steam Next Fest is packed, but I've found a way to manage.
GamesRadar · Jun 16 "Valve has a customer for life": Dad says Valve sent him a free Steam Deck case after his newborn threw up on his original A common Valve W
PC Gamer · Jun 16 I need you to play this unbelievably tense 2 hour horror about descending into hell with a grappling hook Idols of Ash is $3, has over 2,000 Overwhelmingly Positive reviews on Steam, and is one of my favourites so far of 2026.
Tom’s Guide · Jun 16 Popular Steam app Wallpaper Engine hijacked to spread dangerous malware — how to stay safe Hackers are exploiting Steam Workshop to hide malicious code inside community-made desktop themes for Wallpaper Engine, putting users at risk of account theft.
PC Gamer · Jun 16 Attention former 2000s youths: A second Beyblade-inspired roguelike has hit Steam Next Fest It's a big year for battle tops.