Valve has updated its Steam store checkout process with a new, more transparent disclosure, stating that when users buy a game, they are actually purchasing a license to access that digital content, not ownership of the game itself. Steam users began noticing this change earlier this week, with many taking to Reddit to share the update. The law will require digital storefronts, like Steam, to explicitly state that customers are only purchasing a license for digital media. Digital storefronts will also need to link to the terms and conditions of the license, which Valve appears to already be doing with this update. Microsoft is reportedly developing an update for its Xbox app that will allow users to view and access their game libraries from platforms like Steam and the Epic Games Store. Read more in our articles including "You’re Buying a License, Not a Game - Steam Clarifies" and "Microsoft's Xbox App Update Aims to Integrate Steam and Epic Games Libraries".
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Jul 23, 2025Valve has updated its Steam store checkout process with a new, more transparent disclosure, stating that when users buy a game, they are actually purchasing a license to access that digital content, not ownership of the game itself. Steam users began noticing this change earlier this week, with many taking to Reddit to share the update.
The law will require digital storefronts, like Steam, to explicitly state that customers are only purchasing a license for digital media. Digital storefronts will also need to link to the terms and conditions of the license, which Valve appears to already be doing with this update. Microsoft is reportedly developing an update for its Xbox app that will allow users to view and access their game libraries from platforms like Steam and the Epic Games Store.
Our coverage of Steam store update includes: "You’re Buying a License, Not a Game - Steam Clarifies"; "Microsoft's Xbox App Update Aims to Integrate Steam and Epic Games Libraries"; "Steam Summer Sale Guide (2017): The best deals so far". Each article provides unique insights and information.