. [*] You should [i]either[/i] rely on the configurator to provide sensitivity (ie you don't filter incoming Steam Input data), [i]or[/i] you should use a dedicated sensitivity option for Steam Input that's distinct from the system mouse. [/list] [b] 2. Be consistent with auto-aim on joysticks [/b] If you have any auto-aim or aim-assist applied to XInput analog sticks, consider applying that to Steam Input devices as well, at least for traditional controller models configured through Steam Input. You can call [apitype]ISteamInput::GetInputTypeForHandle[/apitype] to determine an individual controller's model type or implement separate mouse-style and joystick-style camera actions. [b] 3. Use SDL version 2.0.8 or above, if possible[/b] If you're using [url=https://www.libsdl.org/]SDL[/url] (Simple DirectMedia Layer), one of the most popular cross-platform game libraries for handling things like input, make sure you're using the latest version, or at least version 2.0.8 or above. …

[section]Pricing Types[/section] Steam supports multiple business models that games use to price content, whether it be the single purchase of a full game, DLC, in-game microtransactions or recurring subscriptions. …

[b]Q: Does Steam pricing support "paywall" games?[/b] A: No. Steam does not support models where a customer is blocked and needs to pay to continue playing. If you would like to have a free demo to show off your game, you're welcome to do so. …

By maintaining full compatibility with SteamVR and OpenXR, Steam Frame provides a consistent development target across streamed PC VR content and on-device applications. Supported execution models include Windows and Linux PC titles as well as native ARM64 and Android-based APKs. [section]Quick links:[/section] [list] [*][doclink=steamhardware/steamframe/setup][/doclink] [*][doclink=steamhardware/steamframe/input][/doclink] [*][doclink=steamhardware/steamframe/loadgames][/doclink] [*][doclink=steamhardware/steamframe/compat]Steam Frame Standalone Verified[/doclink] [*][doclink=steamhardware/steamframe/apk_upload][/doclink] [*][doclink=steamhardware/steamframe/compatibility][/doclink] [*][doclink=steamhardware/steamframe/engines][/doclink] [*][doclink=steamhardware/steamframe/adb_lepton][/doclink] [*][doclink=steamhardware/steamframe/debugging][/doclink] [*][doclink=steamhardware/steamframe/vrpreferences][/doclink] [/list] To learn more about the features and technical specifications of Steam Frame, please visit the [url=https://store.steampowered.com/sale/steamframe]Steam Frame product page[/url].…

We think this is the best of both worlds- DLC still contributes to the top sellers rank of your game, but if a DLC in particular is selling really well, it shows up to your player base. [b]Q: Is the top sellers chart designed to favor one business model over another?[/b] A: Nope. In fact, we’re deliberately trying to make sure that you can pick the best business model for your game without having to worry that a store design choice will penalize you. …

Indeed, the Steamworks [api]ISteamMatchmaking[/api] and [api]ISteamMatchmakingServers[/api] APIs have this property, as do some of our own games, such as Team Fortress 2. In this case, you can use the Steamworks "Fake IP" system. A FakeIP is an IP that "looks" like a valid IPv4 address for most purposes, but comes from a reserved address space that is not used on the Internet. …

[section]Simple Connection Flow to Dedicated Server Without Game Coordinator[/section] If you don't have your own central matchmaking / login service (we sometimes call this the "game coordinator") that assigns players to servers, or just want to keep things as simple as possible, then you can connect to a dedicated server in a known data center using [api]ISteamNetworkingSockets::CreateListenSocketP2P[/api] and [api]ISteamNetworkingSockets::ConnectP2P[/api]. In this case, the connection begins on the client just like an ordinary P2P connection. …

[list] [*] [doclink=features/steam_controller/device/steam_controller]Steam Controller[/doclink] [*] [doclink=features/steam_controller/device/ps4_controller]Playstation 4 Controller[/doclink] [*] [doclink=features/steam_controller/device/x360_controller]Xbox 360 Controller[/doclink] [*] [doclink=features/steam_controller/device/xb1_controller]Xbox One Controller[/doclink] [*] [doclink=features/steam_controller/device/nsp_controller]Nintendo Switch Pro Controller[/doclink] [*] Steam Link App Mobile Touch Controller [*] Playstation 3 Controller [*] Any DirectInput gamepad [/list] [docimg=controllers.jpg]controllers.jpg[/docimg] Note that the terms "Playstation 4 controller", "Xbox 360 controller", and "Xbox One controller" also refer to any variant devices (such as fighting game joysticks) that use the same input protocol as the base model.…

[/b] To determine which players have tastes similar to a given player, the model considers signals such as the games they play, how much they play them, how their playtime compares to other players, and how many achievements they have earned. [*][b]Surface wishlisted games.[/b] The model then surfaces games that those similar players have wishlisted but the given player has not. [*][b]Place games by release date.[/b] Finally, those games are placed on the calendar according to their visible release date. …

The first 10 PCs to use the content are provided access, the rest are denied until the licensee adds additional game licenses or usage of the original 10 free up. The program will support the concurrent licensing model across all locations identified under the same business entity. If one of these organizations operates from multiple locations (sites), they can identify each site during the registration process and share all licensed Steam content across all the sites. …

[/h4] The [url=https://store.steampowered.com/steam_refunds/]refund policy[/url] is set up to closely mimic the consumer version (2 weeks/2 hours). [*][h4]Can I see if a player is in a Café?[/h4] You can make use of our webAPI ownership calls to find out if the player is accessing a license from the Café they're in and provide them with special items or content. …

If you already have ratings issued for your game directly by official rating board authorities, you may enter those under your game's Ratings section. [subsection]2) Mature Content[/subsection] The second part of the survey requires disclosure of any mature content that players may encounter. …

Ultimately how you think about that in your monetization plan is up to you, but here are ways of collecting payment. [list][*]You could consider modeling that cost into the main price of your game and not charge anything additional. [*]A granular cost of live interactions with the AI service can be handled by having the game manage the incurred costs as [url=https://partner.steamgames.com/doc/features/microtransactions]microtransactions[/url]. [*]You could offer a [url=https://partner.steamgames.com/doc/store/pricing/subscriptions]subscription [/url]to grant on-going unlimited access to the service. [*] A single purchase [url=https://partner.steamgames.com/doc/store/application/dlc]DLC [/url]could be used to unlock unlimited interactions with the Live-Generated AI service. …

. [*]Non-interactive 360 VR Videos [*]Applications built on blockchain technology that issue or allow exchange of cryptocurrencies or NFTs. [*]Applications with advertising-based business models. [*]Content that may violate the rules and standards set forth by Steam’s payment processors and related card networks and banks, or internet network providers. …

Non-game software may be accepted for distribution if it fits into one of the following categories: [list] [*] Animation & Modeling [*] Audio/Video Production [*] Design & Illustration [*] Photo Editing [*] Educational & Tutorials [*] Finance & Accounting [*] Player Tools [*] SteamVR Tools (Drivers, Overlays, Utilities) [/list] [section]Next Steps[/section] After you have completed onboarding, check out the rest of the documentation for information on managing your partner account, exploring the SDK, and setting up your first product on Steam.…

Note that this package will never become visible, but is important for our system to recognize the game as free. [docimg=Setup2.png]Setup2.png[/docimg] You can also change a game from paid to free. For more details, please see [doclink=#switching]Switching from paid to free[/doclink] [section]Selling Content for your Game[/section] Whether your game is Free to Play or paid, you have two ways to sell content for your game: DLC or in-game purchases (microtransactions). …

We ask that you give your customers at least one week notice before changing so that they can make an informed decision whether or not to buy a game that's intending to change its business model in the near future.…

A complete list: [list] [*] Left Trigger Full Pull [*] Right Trigger Full Pull [*] Left Trigger Soft Pull* [*] Right Trigger Soft Pull* [*] Left Bumper [*] Right Bumper [*] Left Grip [*] Right Grip [*] Left Pad Click [*] Right Pad Click [*] Left Pad Touch [*] Right Pad Touch [*] Left Joystick Click [*] Right Joystick Click [*] D Pad Up [*] D Pad Down [*] D Pad Left [*] D Pad Right [*] A Button** [*] B Button** [*] X Button** [*] Y Button** [*] Start Button** [*] Select Button** [/list] [i]*Where available - note that Nintendo Switch controllers do not have Analog Triggers[/i] [i]**Actual label will vary between controller models[/i]…

Paying money to eliminate frustration is not a sustainable business model, and the marketplace is competitive enough that customers have lots of better alternatives for their time and money. [*] [h4]Build systems wherein customer purchases make your game better for other customers.…

[/h4] The Steam Workshop consists of tools that allow your customers to create content and value for one another. Customers can create models, maps, mods, or other valuable components for your game. Depending on your product and your goals, you can choose between an open or curated Workshop. …

To solve this, Steamworks provides a rich set of search options for finding games, built on the Steam lobby system, and the Stats API. [section]Matchmaking process flow[/section] The usual model for getting groups together to play is as follows: [olist] [*] User selects in the game that they want to play multiplayer, and what kind of multiplayer they want (rules, scenario, etc.). …

A single lobby can have up to 250 users in it, although typically most games have at most 2-16 players. Skill-based matchmaking is built on top of this system. The Steam peer-to-peer matchmaking API is a set of functions that enable users to find other users to play a game with. …

The Steamworks Example has a full working implementation of lobbies. [section]Matchmaking process flow[/section] The usual model for getting groups together to play is as follows: [olist] [*] User selects in the game that they want to play multiplayer, and what kind of multiplayer they want (rules, scenario, etc.) [*] The game searches for lobbies that have a similar same set of rules, using the lobby search API. [*] If a lobby is found, then the game joins that lobby; if no lobby is found, then it creates a new lobby [*] Users stay in a lobby until there are enough players ready to launch the game. …

If you happen to have more than one, you should start by picking which one you want to use -- various models are supported, and some have unique features: [doclink=features/steam_controller/device]Steam Input Devices[/doclink] [docimg=controllers.png]controllers.png[/docimg] Once you decide what controller you want to use, make sure to connect it to your computer, and if it uses batteries, make sure that it is charged. …

You can access these through either the desktop client or Big Picture mode. [subsection]Step 2: Controller Settings (Desktop Client)[/subsection] In the desktop client, select "Steam" and then select "Settings.…

[b]Notes:[/b] Currently only the VSC supports haptic pulses. This API call will be ignored for incompatible controller models. This is a more user-friendly function to call than TriggerHapticPulse as it can generate pulse patterns long enough to be actually noticed by the user. …

[b]Notes:[/b] This API call will be ignored for incompatible controller models. This generates the traditional "rumble" vibration effect. The VSC will emulate traditional rumble using its haptics. …

[docimg=AddPackage.JPG]AddPackage.JPG[/docimg] Next, add the DLC to your Season Pass package by clicking + Add Applications. [docimg=AddPackage2.JPG]AddPackage2.JPG[/docimg] Search for the DLC application in the field provided*. *In some cases you may be prevented from adding DLC to a Season Pass package. …

[/olist] Valve assistance is required to retire a Season Pass as described in options 2 & 3 above—so please read [doclink=/store/retire_app]Removing a Product from Steam[/doclink] and reach out via a ticket when you know your plans for each individual DLC contained in your Season Pass. …

[/b] The Steam Overlay requires a game consistently render frames, not pausing rendering or rendering only part of the screen based on dirty rects. Unfortunately, web browsers do not support this model. A workaround for web based games is to host an embedded Chromium inside a native application, with a D3D window and input forwarding to the embedded Chromium. …