According to insider eXtas1s, a "Steam Developer Beta" has appeared in internal Microsoft Store builds, accessible only to select employees and collaborators. Under this system, Steam handles the tax collection and remittance for developers and publishers, sparing consumers from having to calculate it themselves. Yet, from the developer and publisher standpoint, absorbing 12% VAT on every sale—and still paying Steam’s usual 30% commission—eats into potential profits. Starting this April, a beta version of SteamOS will be available for download, giving handheld gaming enthusiasts a chance to experience the Linux-based operating system on third-party devices. Pierre-Loup Griffais, a lead designer for Steam Deck and SteamOS, revealed that the beta for other handhelds is expected to ship shortly after March. For gamers eager to try SteamOS on their handhelds, Valve’s upcoming beta will provide a hands-on opportunity to test its capabilities. Read more in our articles including "Steam on Xbox? Microsoft Reportedly Prepping Deep Integration" and "Steam Passes 12% VAT Burden to Developers in PH".
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Nov 24, 2017According to insider eXtas1s, a "Steam Developer Beta" has appeared in internal Microsoft Store builds, accessible only to select employees and collaborators. Under this system, Steam handles the tax collection and remittance for developers and publishers, sparing consumers from having to calculate it themselves.
Yet, from the developer and publisher standpoint, absorbing 12% VAT on every sale—and still paying Steam’s usual 30% commission—eats into potential profits. Starting this April, a beta version of SteamOS will be available for download, giving handheld gaming enthusiasts a chance to experience the Linux-based operating system on third-party devices. Pierre-Loup Griffais, a lead designer for Steam Deck and SteamOS, revealed that the beta for other handhelds is expected to ship shortly after March.
Our coverage of Steam Developer Beta includes: "Steam on Xbox? Microsoft Reportedly Prepping Deep Integration"; "Steam Passes 12% VAT Burden to Developers in PH"; "Valve Brings SteamOS to Other Handhelds, Beta Arrives in April". Each article provides unique insights and information.