Steam ecosystem Archives

Winsage

December 24, 2025

Game platform Steam to end support for system 32-bit Windows

Valve has announced the end of support for 32-bit Windows operating systems on its Steam platform, transitioning to a native 64-bit architecture to improve security and performance. Support for the 32-bit client will continue until January 1, 2026, after which it will no longer receive updates or security fixes. Users on 32-bit systems may experience a decline in service quality and access to new features. The decision is driven by memory limitations of 32-bit systems, which can only address a maximum of 4 GB of RAM, and the enhanced security capabilities of 64-bit systems. The latest Steam update also includes support for the Nintendo Switch 2 controller, compatibility with GameCube Adapters in Wii-U mode, and improvements to "Gyro Modes" along with various bug fixes. Users are encouraged to upgrade to 64-bit systems to avoid service disruptions.

AppWizard

December 11, 2025

The game awards 2025 everything announced for pc so far – and a few rumours thrown in for good measure

Geoff Keighley will host The Game Awards 2025, engaging the audience with his challenge, "Who wants some?" A roundup of announcements will be available the following morning, and a liveblog will cover the event. Creative Assembly hinted at a significant announcement related to Total War, potentially set in the Star Wars or Warhammer 40k universes. Capcom's Resident Evil Requiem introduces a new protagonist, Grace Ashcroft, with rumors of Leon's appearance. A leaked trailer for Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis suggests a reboot of the series. A remake of Assassin's Creed 4: Black Flag, titled Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, has been spotted. Hideo Kojima is expected to appear, possibly revealing new content for Death Stranding 2: On The Beach. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is anticipated to contend for awards, and there are ongoing rumors about Half-Life 3 amidst developments in the Steam ecosystem.

Winsage

December 3, 2025

Reports of Windows 10’s death appear to have been greatly exaggerated as 29% of Steam users still cling on

As of October 14, 2025, Windows 10 has reached the end of its official support lifecycle, with Extended Security Updates available until October 2026 for those who opted for it, and at no charge for residents of the European Economic Area. As of November, 29.06% of users still rely on Windows 10 for gaming, reflecting a decline of 2.08% from October. Windows 11 has stringent system requirements that may deter some users, leading to alternative methods for installation. Linux accounts for 3.20% of users in the Steam ecosystem, with a slight increase of 0.15% from the previous month, but many gamers hesitate to switch due to a lack of support for popular multiplayer games.

BetaBeacon

November 17, 2025

Android games will appear on Steam

Valve has expanded the Steam ecosystem to support Android games with the introduction of the Steam Frame device, which allows developers to host their APKs on Steam.

AppWizard

November 16, 2025

The Steam Machine feels like the TV gaming PC I’ve always wanted

A conversation at The Verge focused on finding a compact, portable gaming PC that could transition between the living room and home office, similar to the Steam Deck. Two days later, they discovered the Steam Machine, a 6-inch cube hybrid gaming PC and console with an AMD GPU six times more powerful than the Steam Deck. It operates on SteamOS, features a customizable LED bar for monitoring downloads, supports Valve's Steam Controller, and accommodates up to four controllers. As a Linux-based PC, it allows for dual-booting with Windows to access games not available on Linux. The Steam Machine integrates with an existing library of Steam games and includes a microSD card slot for easy game transfers. Valve plans to launch the Steam Machine next year, with pricing details yet to be announced.