In the latest update for Steam, a slew of useful features has transitioned from beta testing to the public branch. Among these additions is the ability for gamers to mark certain games and applications as private. 

Given the vast array of games and genres available, it’s not surprising that Steam users might prefer to keep some of their game ownership private,
for various reasons.

As the go-to platform for PC gaming, Steam is continually evolving,
with several highly anticipated features being exclusive to beta testers until recently. The ability to exert precise control over privacy settings for specific games has been a longstanding desire within the gaming community, becoming increasingly relevant as certain game categories gain popularity. While some of the features introduced in Steam’s latest update,
whether privacy-related or not, have long been on the gaming community’s wishlist, they’ve only now become a reality for Steam users.

The latest Steam update finally enables users to designate specific titles as private, shielding them from the view of other Steam users. This includes concealing details such as recent activity, in-game status, playtime,
and more. Users can mark applications they already own as private by right-clicking them, accessing the “manage” option, and selecting “mark as private.” Additionally, games can be marked as private prior to purchase, ensuring that details about a newly acquired title won’t be visible to Steam friends. Alongside privacy options, Steam users can now effortlessly send gifts to multiple recipients simultaneously and access their shopping cart across all devices.

These new features will undoubtedly provide a sense of security and comfort to many Steam users, potentially proving more valuable than initially perceived. Players who are ahead in newly released games can shield their in-game activity and achievements to prevent spoilers, while introverted players can hide their activity in multiplayer games to enjoy solitude without constant invitations from friends.

Regardless of individual preferences, these new Steam features are poised to benefit a wide range of players. Moreover, they may serve as inspiration for other gaming platforms to implement similar features, further cementing Steam’s influence in shaping the landscape of digital gaming services.