Steam Adds Warning Feature For Abandoned Early Access Games

By Daniel Gaming News
6 February 2025 no comments

Valve has introduced a new Steam feature to warn players of games in Early Access that developers have abandoned. The Warning appears in the blue Early Access box on the game’s store page, informing players of the last time it received an update.

Early Access has seen many games find funding and success where they would otherwise fail. Unfortunately, where Early Access has been a blessing for some, it has sometimes led to disappointment for fans with games left unfinished after years of promises.

A new warning put in place by Steam, which appears in the blue Early Access box, will now warn players of when the game was last updated. The feature aims to improve transparency and help players make more informed decisions before they make a purchase.

Sworn out now in Early Access

What Is The New Steam Warning Feature?

The new Steam warning feature is to alert potential buyers when a game in Early Access may no longer be in development. Previously, Steam users would have to either browse the internet or look for a game’s latest update in its community hub section – something that would still not always provide answers.

Early Access continues to be a fantastic opportunity for many developers and their games, with a total of 2610 video games launched via Steam Early Access in 2024. In the latest update, Valve wants to protect players and push developers to do more for their fans.

Why This Change Matters for Gamers

Unfortunately, many games in recent years have been abandoned after initial funding, but as they remain on Steam, unexpected users may purchase them wanting to support the developer and expecting further updates. This new feature helps players avoid investing in games with uncertain or no future.

While gamers can now easily see if an Early Access game is still in active development, it is a chance for developers to build trust with their community by adding transparency and promoting positive accountability. It’s only a small feature for Steam, but it could have long-lasting implications for the platform.

Conlcusion

A new Steam warning alerts players to an Early Access game’s last update. Do you think it’s a good feature? Let us know what you think in the comments below.

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