Valve introduces opt-in user surveys and framerate data for Steam Deck developers

Two new sections have arrived for Steamworks data reporting, giving developers a closer look at how games run on Steam Deck.
TweakTown

Estimated FPS data could be coming to Steam soon

TL;DR: Valve is developing a Steam Store feature that estimates game frame rates based on users' system specs and performance data from other players. This tool aims to replace vague system ...
Ars Technica

Steam client files point to “framerate estimator” feature in the works

Back in February, Valve gave Steam client beta users the option to share anonymized framerate data and hardware information with the company to “help us learn about game compatibility and improve ...
PC World

Linux users surge on Steam, doubling in a year

PCWorld reports Linux usage on Steam reached 5.3% in March 2026, doubling from 2.3% the previous year, with an estimated 20 million total Linux users. This growth primarily stems from Steam Deck ...
Geeky Gadgets

Steam Data Reveals the $30 “Sweet Spot” is Beating $70 AAA Games

Valve’s Steam Deck has been a standout in handheld gaming since its release in 2022, offering a portable PC gaming experience that balances performance and accessibility. However, as Deck Ready ...
The Verge

Steam beta lets users add their PC specs to reviews

Valve is also adding an option to collect anonymized framerate data for monitoring game compatibility. Valve is also adding an option to collect anonymized framerate data for monitoring game ...