Steam kicked off a winter sale with a massive catalog of discounts across thousands of games and add-ons. Players in Canada and the United States could snag titles at deep cuts through January 5. To celebrate, Valve rolled out a seasonal assortment of themed avatars, frames, stickers, and profile backgrounds in the eyewear store, while introducing special maps and icons that echo the winter vibe. The event turned Steam into a festive hub for gamers looking to expand their libraries at friendlier prices.
As the winter sale opened, Steam also began the voting phase for the Steam Awards 2022, spanning eleven different categories. The process runs through January 3 at 20:00 Moscow time, inviting the community to cast votes for their favorites. Each vote triggers a bonus incentive: a random sales card awarded to the voter. The winners are scheduled to be revealed on January 3 at 21:00 Moscow time, signaling a celebratory close to the event and a chance to spotlight standout games and developers in the community.
Among the contenders for the coveted Game of the Year title, five titles stand out: Dying Light 2 Stay Human, Elden Ring, Strayed, God of War, and Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II. The prior year’s victor was Resident Evil Village, a reminder that Steam’s awards reflect both widespread popularity and critical acclaim across a diverse library. Curious readers can explore the full nominee lineup to see which games earned nods in each category.
Earlier coverage highlighted Steam’s top performers for November and teased early details about next generation hardware. Notably, early leaks suggested the Titan RTX Ada concept would bring a substantial leap in performance, reportedly nearly twice as thick as the RTX 4090. This mix of game discounts, community-driven awards, and hardware news illustrates Steam’s role as a central hub for PC gaming during the winter season. The ongoing updates and announcements keep players engaged, whether they are chasing deals, following awards, or monitoring hardware developments that could redefine future gaming experiences. The broader gaming community continues to watch closely for new releases, reviews, and hands-on impressions that shape buying and playing decisions in the months ahead. (VG Times)