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Tim Sweeney Calls Valve’s Steam Policy ‘Unlawful’ Amid UK Anti-Trust Suit
Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney has publicly criticized Valve’s Steam policy requiring developers to use its payment system for in-game microtransactions, branding it “unlawful.” His comments come as Valve faces a £656 million anti-trust lawsuit in the UK, with Sweeney…
UK Tribunal Advances $900M Lawsuit Against Valve’s Steam Over Monopoly Claims
A UK competition tribunal has given the green light for a collective action lawsuit worth approximately $900 million to proceed against Valve Corporation, alleging the company abuses its dominant position with its Steam digital storefront.
UK Tribunal Allows £656 Million Steam Overcharging Lawsuit Against Valve to Proceed
A £656 million collective lawsuit alleging Valve’s Steam platform overcharged UK gamers has been given the green light to proceed to a full trial by the UK Competition Appeal Tribunal. The case, brought by digital rights campaigner Vicki Shotbolt, claims…
Steam Down: Global Outage Disrupts Major Games and Leaves Thousands Offline
Steam, the world’s largest digital gaming platform, suffered a major outage on December 22, 2025, leaving tens of thousands of users unable to access popular titles like Dota 2 and Counter Strike. The disruption lasted several hours, affecting connectivity, login,…
12 Free Steam Games to Download Now: The Complete December 2025 Guide
Steam is giving away 12 free PC games for December 2025, ranging from quirky simulators and platformers to multiplayer favorites. Discover which titles are worth your time—and which ones to skip.
How to Access PUBG: Black Budget – Alpha Key Guide, Platforms, and What to Expect
PUBG: Black Budget, the ambitious extraction shooter from KRAFTON, is now in closed alpha. Here’s how to secure an alpha key, which platforms are supported, and what players can expect from this highly anticipated spin-off.
Bloodlines 2 Launch Divides Fans: Mixed Reviews and High Expectations Collide
Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 launched to a storm of mixed reactions, with fans debating its departure from the original and questioning whether it lives up to its legacy.
Japanese Banks Block Steam Payments for Adult Games: Implications for Developers and Free Speech
The intersection of financial regulations and digital commerce has sparked controversy in Japan, where banks are reportedly blocking payments from Steam for games containing adult content. This development has left Japanese adult game developers unable to access revenue from their…