SteamUpcoming themed event
Steam Auto-Battler RPG Fest Is Scheduled for November 16–23
Valve’s official schedule lists Auto-Battler RPG Fest for November 16–23, 2026. The event is upcoming; participating offers still need their own checks.
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Steam News
Valve announcements, client changes and event dates, with links to the practical checks they affect.
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SteamBeta client roundup
Steam Beta November 3–7: Cloud, Friends List and Client Fixes
Valve adds further false Cloud-conflict fixes on November 7 and repairs a missing uninstall-failure dialog. These remain beta client announcements.
SteamStore event
Steam Scream V Has Ended: Check Each Game’s Current Offer
Steam Scream V ended November 2, 2026. Its old event artwork does not establish a current discount; check each game’s own store page.
SteamStore feature
Steam’s Personal Calendar Leaves Labs: Where to Find Your Releases
The Personal Calendar is now a full Steam Store feature. Open the calendar, review recent and upcoming releases and use its filters without treating recommendations as a public ranking.
SteamEvent guide
Steam Next Fest Has Ended: What Happens to the Demos?
October 2026 Steam Next Fest has ended. Check which demos remain available, what happens to access and where to find the developer’s next steps.
SteamUpdate explained
Steam Achievement Sets Enter Beta: What Changes for Completion
Valve announced the Achievement Sets beta on October 15, 2026. Here's how groups, DLC ownership and archived achievements affect completion.
SteamClient update
Steam's October 16 Beta Targets Startup and Alt-Tab Problems
The October 16, 2026 Steam beta notes cover Service Error dialogs, Vulkan alt-tab hangs and saved voice-chat volume. Here's what to check when retesting.