Steam Games Must Fully Disclose Kernel-Level Anti-Cheat On Store Pages

Valve has announced a change to Steam that will require developers to clearly list the kernel-level anti-cheat used in their games on the Steam store pages. This change aims to provide more transparency for players about the anti-cheat services used in games. Developers have been looking for ways to share this information with players, while players have been requesting more transparency. The change applies to both new and existing games on Steam, and developers will need to update their store pages accordingly. Valve will be checking games to ensure that the required notices are present and accurate. The requirement only applies to kernel-level anti-cheat, but Valve recommends that developers also disclose client-side or server-side anti-cheat use. This change is part of the release process for new games and is intended to benefit both developers and players. The goal is to provide players with more information about the games they play and the software that is installed. By requiring this transparency, Valve hopes to build trust with players and provide a better gaming experience. The change is a response to feedback from both developers and players, and is intended to promote a more open and transparent gaming community.