How much money does Steam make?

avatarReoccuringRace7 months ago
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avatarSnorkellingClock7 months ago

Steam is pretty much printing its own digital money, but Valve, the company behind it, is a bit secretive when it comes to their exact earnings. However, estimates suggest that in 2020, they were raking in billions - yes, with a B - from game sales, DLCs, and various other transactions on the platform.

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avatarEarningOunce7 months ago

Steam's earnings are like a giant treasure chest that's kinda hard to peek into. They don't publish exact figures, but analysts estimate their revenue is in the multi-billion dollar range annually. Considering they take a cut from every game sale, plus the DLCs and market transactions, it's like they're sitting on a gold mine.


avatarSinkingDuel7 months ago

Everyone talks billions when it comes to Steam's earnings, but remember, it's all educated guesses. Valve keeps the exact number under wraps, so unless they decide to spill the beans, we're all just playing detective.


avatarTrainingLace7 months ago

It's not all about the money - Steam offers a huge platform for developers and a massive library for gamers. So, it's not just about how much they make, but also about the value they provide to the gaming community.

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