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Valve Unveils Unified Navigation in Steam Store Beta

Users can opt in to the Steam Client Beta to test a unified interface featuring enhanced search alongside personalized browse with separate recommendation tabs ahead of a full rollout.

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Overview

  • Valve has deployed a redesigned Steam store interface within the Client Beta to gather user feedback before a full rollout.
  • The update merges the previous left-hand links and top menu into a single streamlined navigation bar to cut clutter and speed access to commonly used sections.
  • A new browse tab offers quick entry to top sellers, new releases and discounted titles.
  • A recommendations tab surfaces personalized game suggestions based on library playtime, past purchases and community input.
  • The search function now features a larger bar that immediately displays popular searches, recently viewed games, top genres and a direct advanced search option.