Steam

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Steam is a digital software distribution platform developed by Valve Corporation. It allows users to purchase, download, update, and manage games across desktop operating systems and mobile devices. In addition to serving as a storefront and game launcher, Steam offers community features such as text and voice chat, cloud save synchronization, achievements, and user-generated content sharing.

Download for Windows

cdn.akamai.steamstatic.com · Official website

✓ Official source (winget)
✓ SHA256 taken from the official repository
✓ Last checked: Nov. 4, 2026
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Version: 2.10.91.91
Release date: May 20, 2024
License: Proprietary
Installer type: nullsoft

Install from the command line

How do I use this?

Type Terminal in the Start menu and open it, paste the command (Ctrl+V or right-click) and press Enter. It uses winget, Windows' own package manager, to install the program from its official source.

winget install --id Valve.Steam -e

SHA256 (file verification)

7d3654531c32d941b8cae81c4137fc542172bfa9635f169cb392f245a0a12bcb

Download for macOS

client-update.steamstatic.com · Official website

✓ Official source (Homebrew)
✓ SHA256 taken from the official repository
✓ Last checked: Nov. 4, 2026
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Version: 6.1,1791918634,984652b88a9737e3f4e77c656d9ffa67d5042c2c
License: Proprietary
Installer type: 984652b88a9737e3f4e77c656d9ffa67d5042c2c

Install from the command line

How do I use this?

This command needs Homebrew; if you don't have it, first run the install command from brew.sh. Then open Terminal (Applications > Utilities > Terminal), paste the command and press Enter.

brew install --cask steam

SHA256 (file verification)

8bf4ce8b4bcbc50f642988c955559f605e7a877372116e7a2b3fd1355004bedb

Open official page for Linux

flathub.org · Official website

✓ Community package (Flathub)
✓ Last checked: Nov. 4, 2026

Version: 1.0.0.87
Release date: June 26, 2026
License: Proprietary
Installer type: flatpak

Install from the command line

How do I use this?

Open a terminal, paste the command and press Enter. Flatpak and Flathub must be set up; Linux Mint has them by default, for other distributions see flathub.org/setup.

flatpak install flathub com.valvesoftware.Steam

Platform pages: Windows · macOS · Linux · Android

Highlights

Digital game store with automatic library management and game updates
Cloud saves, achievements, and voice/text community features
Steam Workshop integration for user-created game mods and content
Remote Play options to stream games across local devices

Who is it for?

Steam is designed for PC gamers, modders, and game developers who want a unified hub to manage game libraries, connect with friends, and discover new titles.

Good to know before installing

Purchased games are bound to your Steam account and cannot be transferred to another user.
Offline Mode requires prior setup and periodic online authentication.
Resource usage can be high during background game downloads and updates.

Screenshots

How to install

Windows

Click the official download button on our page to get the installer.
Run the downloaded setup executable.
Follow the setup prompts and launch Steam.

Alternatives

Epic Games Launcher
GOG Galaxy
Heroic Games Launcher

Frequently asked questions

Is downloading the Steam client free?

Yes, the Steam launcher and client are completely free to install and use, though individual games inside the store may require purchase.

Can I play my Steam games on Linux?

Yes, Steam supports native Linux titles and uses Proton compatibility technology to run many Windows games on Linux.

Does Steam require an active internet connection?

Steam requires an internet connection to download games and access online features, but it also includes an Offline Mode for playing installed single-player games offline.