Users browsing the tabs midway down Steam’s front page may notice that Valve has introduced a new section dedicated to highlighting items like demos and free-to-play games.
In brief: Digital storefronts on game consoles and mobile platforms typically feature easily accessible sections highlighting free content. Steam has recently adopted a similar approach, giving demos and free-to-play titles more prominent placement on its storefront. The change is part of a broader response to developers’ increasing focus on free playable promotions.
Users browsing the tabs midway down Steam’s front page may notice that Valve has introduced a new section dedicated to highlighting items like demos and free-to-play games. These recent changes to the storefront are part of Valve’s efforts to help users more easily discover and manage free content.
The new « Trending Free » tab is positioned alongside lists for new releases, top sellers, upcoming games, and discounts, just below the main selections on Steam’s store page.
