Antitrust Lawsuit Against Valve's Steam Gains Class-Action Status

The lawsuit challenges Steam's 30% commission, alleging anti-competitive practices and now includes all developers and publishers since 2017.

The lawsuit, initially filed in 2021 by Wolfire Games and Dark Catt Studios, has been certified as a class action by a U.S. District Court judge.
The class includes any developers, publishers, or individuals who paid Valve's 30% commission on Steam game sales since January 28, 2017.
Plaintiffs allege Valve's practices harm competition by inflating prices, stifling rivals, and forcing developers to adhere to restrictive pricing policies.
Valve's attempt to exclude the testimony of economist Dr. Steven Schwartz, who supports the plaintiffs' claims, was denied by the court.
If successful, the lawsuit could lead to significant financial repercussions for Valve and potentially reshape revenue-sharing practices in the gaming industry.