In an interview with PC Gamer, Newell said the company doesn't see the need to "create a subscription service" at the moment, stating:
I don't think we need to invest in this.
Newell believes that Valve will not develop its own subscription system. However, he acknowledged the popularity of systems such as Microsoft's Xbox Game Pass and said he was willing to work with partners to " get [them] on Steam ".
I believe this is the most preferred option for customers. We look forward to working with them to provide a subscription on Steam.
Meanwhile, the Steam Deck has been given away to everyone who pre-ordered last year. Digital Foundry shared their thoughts on Valve's new handheld gaming device, calling it "impressive" although it needs some improvement.
Astrum Entertainment has officially unveiled Bellatores, a new Action MMORPG that will be released in Russia and the CIS. Players will find themselves in a brutal and realistic world of medieval fantasy, where five great factions fight for dominance using strategy, political intrigue and combat skills. This project promises a deep role-playing experience with complete freedom of character development and a dynamic combat system that makes every fight unpredictable.
The new team PvPvE first-person shooter offers unique multi-arena mechanics and transformable weapons, and the events unfold in a futuristic world where corporations have long held power, and gladiatorial battles have become commonplace.
Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl has a ton of Easter eggs scattered throughout the Zone. In addition to the apocalyptic landscape and terrifying mutated creatures, the game contains hidden secrets, pop culture references, and allusions.
The ESforce eSports holding, together with the Russian Computer Sports Federation, with the assistance of the BASE platform, announced the start of the first tournament in the new Superball series – EPIC Superball: Season 1. The competition will be held from December 7 to 22 and will include three key stages: open qualifications, a group tournament and a playoff.