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READ MORE >Revisiting an old friend with Team Fortress 2's Gun Mettle update
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Team Fortress 2 has been around for nearly a full decade, but Valve has taken a bold step to help freshen up its game with the Gun Mettle update. After playing with it for a full weekend, it's a reminder of everything that's great... and not so great... about Valve's multipl...
READ MORE >Team Fortress 2 begins its three-month Gun Mettle Campaign tomorrow
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Team Fortress 2 players looking for ways to earn some new, more sleek-looking weaponry will have their chance tomorrow when Valve unleashes the Gun Mettle Campaign update.
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see all 7 commentsThe 10 Best E3 2015 Surprises
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Every E3 has its share of surprises, but this year seemed to top every other. Here are 10 big reveals that had fans cheering or gasping.
READ MORE >"If you liked ICO & SOTC, then yes, this is what we all waited for."
see all 7 comments10 VR Games to Prepare You for Owning a Headset
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The HTC Vive VR headset is due to release this fall, and the Oculus Rift will come out in 2016, but what is there to play on them? Don't worry, we've got you covered. Here are 10 games that have VR support, and are available right now. So, start building up your library and ...
READ MORE >"I wouldn't be surprised if they brought back PS Home with Project Morpheus support."
see all 5 commentsSteam Summer Sale 2015 starts at 1pm ET / 10am PT today
The Steam Summer Sale is kicking off later today. We hope your wallet is in tip-top shape because we're sure it'll be a hot one.
READ MORE >"I miss gaben Jesus shops. I really enjoyed them and wish they were still being made"
see all 14 commentsE3 2015: Games with the Most to Prove
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Every game featured at E3 needs to leave a lasting impression, but some games have more on the line than others. Here are the games and platforms that have the most to prove at this year's Expo.
READ MORE >"I still don't get the hate for this game -- during my playthrough, it's occurred to me many ..."
see all 8 commentsTeam Fortress 2 update enters the Dungeon of the Endless
The Team Fortress 2 update includes four new playable characters and five items to equip.
READ MORE >"Cool I guess? I think I'm having mixed feelings about this. Don't really think I want Team ..."
see all 7 commentsSteam refund policy already being abused by PC gamers, according to devs
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It hasn't even been a week, and already developers are reporting PC gamers are abusing Steam's new refund policy.
READ MORE >"There are limitations on the refund process such as it has to be within a specific timeframe of ..."
see all 38 commentsSteam Controller overview video highlights ease of use and dual-stage triggers
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Valve has released a new video detailing all of the different features its Steam Controller has, which includes 1:1 position and dual-stage triggers.
READ MORE >"Going to have to give that a try. Excellent video, thanks. "
see all 11 commentsAlienware Steam Machine launching in November 2015; based on Alpha infrastructure
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Alienware has announced its Steam Machine, which is based on its Alpha infastructure, will be launching later this year.
READ MORE >"If the media streaming of SteamOs is able to do everything they're claiming it will, I'm buying ..."
see all 4 commentsTeam Fortress 2 introduces Maps Workshop beta
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Custom creation has been a major part of Team Fortress 2 for several years and now Valve is making it easier to upload and explore custom maps with the new Maps Workshop beta.
READ MORE >Ubisoft is developing VR games for 2016 release
The world of VR gaming is about to get a major supporter as Ubisoft has announced they are currently developing a number of titles for release in 2016.
READ MORE >Opinion: The Key to Making Paid Mods Work
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Steam's first attempt at introducing a paid mod system was short-lived, but perhaps there is a way to make it work. We make suggestions for how make everyone happy.
READ MORE >"I made a Mod pack for Stalker out of like 4 people's individual small mods (with permission and ..."
see all 31 commentsBlack Mesa re-imagines Half-Life with Valve's Source today
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The team at Crowbar Collective have released their re-imagining of the original Half-Life using Valve's Source, called Black Mesa, on Steam Early Access today.
READ MORE >"I bought it. I'm a huge Half-Life fan and these guys deserve a show of appreciation from the ..."
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