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What are we all playing this Steam Next Fest?
This article discusses the overwhelming nature of Steam Next Fest, an event where developers share demos of upcoming games. The author highlights several standout demos, including Cloudbreaker, Wall World Strategy, Blood Dungeon, Rivage, Drill Deep, and Star Trek: Outposts Unknown, while also encouraging readers to share their own discoveries and recommendations in the comments.
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More than a thousand games in Steam Next Fest feature a generative AI disclosure of some kind
Approximately 20 percent of the games featured in the Steam Next Fest event have disclosed the use of generative AI in their development. Valve requires developers to declare AI usage, a policy that has led to clarifications from companies like Sega regarding their use of the technology. Generative AI remains a controversial topic within the gaming community.
This Google Chrome extension warns you about Steam games are made with generative AI
A new Google Chrome extension called 'AI warning for Steam' helps users identify games on Steam that disclose the use of generative AI in their development. The extension alerts users with a pop-up detailing the AI usage, allowing them to decide whether to proceed with viewing the game's page. This tool addresses Valve's requirement for developers to disclose AI usage, which is often buried deep within game descriptions.
Social media is awful but the UK under-16 ban won't solve anything: 'Instead of punishing children, the…
The UK government's proposed ban on social media access for under-16s is criticized by multiple writers as an ineffective and misguided policy. They argue that such bans are easily circumvented, push children to less safe platforms, and fail to address the root causes of social media's negative impacts. Instead, the focus should be on holding tech companies accountable and improving platform regulation and parental guidance.
Steam Next Fest
Steam Next Fest is currently underway, showcasing upcoming games with developer presentations and playable demos. This event provides a platform for developers to highlight their titles to a wide audience on PC.
Obsession Director Would Be Up For A Video Game Movie
Filmmaker Curry Barker, whose horror movie Obsession has been a major success, expressed openness to directing a video game movie. While not a heavy gamer, Barker mentioned Five Nights at Freddy's and the Uncharted series as potential projects he'd be interested in. He also discussed his admiration for Zach Cregger's approach to the Resident Evil movie and Kane Parsons' interest in directing a Portal adaptation.
It would take you 90 straight days to play each of Steam Next Fest's demos for just 30 minutes
Steam Next Fest is currently featuring 4,347 game demos, a number expected to grow. Playing each demo for 30 minutes would require approximately 90 days of continuous playtime. This vast selection highlights the sheer volume of upcoming PC game releases.
Ny Steam Next Fest igång – testa massor av demoversioner
The Steam Next Fest has begun, offering players a week-long opportunity to try out demo versions of upcoming games. This event allows developers to showcase their work and connect with players, while players can discover new titles and provide feedback.
It looks like more handhelds will soon be able to run SteamOS if this MSI Claw gameplay test is anything to go by
Valve has added support for Intel processors to a beta version of SteamOS, allowing more handheld devices like the MSI Claw to run the operating system. While initial testing shows promise, some games may still perform better on Windows, and certain features like TDP adjustment require third-party plugins.
SteamOS now plays nice with Intel handhelds, and that could help a shunned portable become a solid Steam Deck…
Valve has added official support for Intel chipsets to SteamOS via a beta update, improving compatibility for handhelds like the MSI Claw 8 AI+. While performance on Windows 11 currently surpasses SteamOS on these devices, this broader compatibility could offer a more affordable alternative to the Steam Deck, especially if prices drop further.
Danger Zone
A report from PC Gamer suggests that Counter-Strike 2, Steam's second most-played game, is currently plagued by a bot-filled marketplace that could lead to player bans. This situation highlights ongoing concerns about cheating and account security within the game.
Knuckle Creek, Stickerino, Golden Swirl and Duelist: Idle Expedition Next Fest Demos To Check Out Now
Several games are offering new demos as part of Steam Next Fest, including Knuckle Creek, Stickerino, Golden Swirl, and Duelist: Idle Expedition. These demos showcase various genres like arena brawlers, deckbuilders, and idle RPGs, with some featuring new content and improvements ahead of their full releases.
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Steam Next Fest is officially here for Airport Manager Simulator 2026! 🛫
A free playable demo for Airport Manager Simulator 2026 is now available on Steam as part of Steam Next Fest, running from June 15 to June 22. The demo allows players to experience the core management and operational mechanics of the airport simulation game, with feedback being collected to aid in future development.
Sony pulling back from PC also means it's pulling back from China
Sony appears to be scaling back its strategy of releasing single-player PlayStation titles on PC, a move that has drawn scrutiny. Analysis suggests this shift may be driven by concerns over Valve's dominance rather than competition from Xbox. Data indicates that China represents a significant market for PlayStation games on Steam, with titles like Death Stranding 2 and Stellar Blade seeing substantial sales from the region, suggesting that PC releases can boost PlayStation sales and overall game visibility.
Alright, who's the joker trying to charge $100 on Steam for an almost entirely AI-generated game?
The visual novel Kryonull has drawn criticism on Steam for its $100 price tag, especially since a majority of its assets, including images and voices, were generated using AI. While the script is reportedly original, the developer NovelkaGames' use of AI for assets and the high price have led to backlash. The game is available in English and Russian, with its price in rubles still converting to a significant US dollar amount.
Weekend PC Download Deals for June 12: Steam Bullet Fest
This weekend's PC gaming deals include a Steam Bullet Fest celebrating bullet hell and shooter games, alongside sales from various publishers and developers like Capcom, Klei, and Ubisoft. Notable titles on sale include Vampire Survivors, Returnal, and Destiny 2, with free games and bundles also available across platforms like Steam, Epic Games Store, and Amazon Luna.
Morning Legal Briefs
A Dutch non-profit is preparing to sue Valve over allegations of keeping game prices artificially high on PC. Separately, Google is suing scammers who are using its Gemini AI for financial fraud. The article also briefly mentions Republican lawmakers urging a federal agency.
Dutch non-profit set to take Valve to court for keeping game prices high
A Dutch non-profit, the Consumer Competition Claims Foundation, is preparing to take Valve to court over allegations of artificially inflating PC game prices on Steam. The organization claims Valve's 30% commission and contractual terms prevent developers from offering games at lower prices on competing storefronts, leading to overpayments by Dutch gamers estimated at over 220 million euros.
