Overview

• Steam Families replaces the old Family Sharing system, allowing up to six users to share game libraries and play different games at the same time.
• The feature includes enhanced parental controls, enabling adults to set playtime limits, restrict access to certain games, and approve purchase requests from child accounts.
• A one-year cooldown period applies if a user leaves a Steam Family, preventing them from joining or creating a new family immediately.
• Games can be played offline, and each user maintains their own save files and achievements, though some games may not support the sharing feature.
• The system is intended for immediate family members, with regional restrictions in place, and developers can opt out of making their games shareable.