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Data analysis suggests that Steam has made $11B in the first half of this year already

Data analysis from Alinea Analytics suggests Valve's Steam platform has generated $11.1 billion in revenue in the first half of the year, a 14.5% increase compared to the same period last year. This growth is attributed to a surge in players in China, successful co-op releases, publishers returning to Steam, and increased sales of both new and back catalogue games. However, the analysis also warns that this growth may exacerbate discoverability issues for smaller studios and new intellectual property.

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Steam Revenue Surges Past 2020 Totals in First Half of 2026

Steam has achieved a record-breaking first half of 2026, generating an estimated $11.1 billion in gross revenue. This figure surpasses the platform's entire 2020 earnings, driven by rising game prices and returning publishers. A significant increase in Asian players and viral co-op titles also contributed to this substantial financial growth.

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