Steam Now Tracks Playtime for Non-Steam Games Like STALKER 2 | HappyGamer
Steam has begun tracking playtime for games added as non-Steam shortcuts, a feature previously exclusive to titles purchased on the platform. This change, discovered by users adding games like STALKER 2 from GOG, suggests Valve is aiming to make Steam a more comprehensive hub for all gaming activity, regardless of purchase origin. The move raises questions about data collection and could intensify competition among digital distribution platforms.
- Entities
- Game: Stalker 2
- Company: Epic Games Store
- Company: Valve
- Topic: Digital Distribution
- Company: Microsoft Store
- Topic: Game Launcher
- Company: GOG
- Platform: PC
- Platform: Steam
- Topic: Data Collection
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