In a confessional moment, users bared their digital sins on Steam, revealing the inadvertent exposure of explicit content in their gaming libraries. Fear not, for the gaming salvation is near: Steam’s upcoming beta update will empower users to conceal those risqué titles, sparing them from the watchful eyes of friends and family who may accidentally stumble upon their scandalous selections.
Steam’s evolving stance on explicit content has presented challenges for users who wish to maintain a more discreet gaming profile. With the latest beta build, users can designate any game as “private,” shielding it from public and friends lists, including game library details, in-game status, achievements, and playtime. This marks a significant improvement over Steam’s previous all-or-nothing approach to player privacy, offering a more nuanced solution for those seeking to curate their gaming image.
While the beta update is set to roll out today, it might take some time to reach all users. Once available, individuals can easily manage their game privacy settings by accessing the “Manage” submenu for each game in their library. Additionally, users can set a purchase as “private” right after making it on the store. The update also brings other enhancements, such as a synchronized shopping cart across all Steam platforms—web, desktop, and mobile.
To atone for their gaming transgressions, users are humorously encouraged to give “three Hail Memorys and five Our Framerates.” Steam’s new privacy features aim to offer users greater control over their gaming identity, ensuring that even the most explicit titles can remain hidden until the right moment.
