Aug 1, 2011
Steam client update released
Client Update - Valve
A Steam client update is now available. To apply the update, click the File menu inside of Steam and then select "Check for Steam Client Updates...". The specific changes include:

  • Fixed "Game not available" error when starting "Sniper Elite"
  • Fixed retail disc install not using all available files causing additional downloads in some cases.
Aug 1, 2011
War Inc. Battlezone Updated
Product Update - Valve
  • End of Round: start next round automatically after 12 seconds (no need to go to main menu anymore)

  • Deathmatch: fixed a bug with tickets now showing correct info (winning and losing teams were switched)

  • Deathmatch: fixed a bug that would spawn you on enemy's spawn position

  • Crossroads: added damage zone for spawn protection

  • fixed a but with weapon switching

  • crash fixes

Aug 1, 2011
Valve Announces Dota 2 Tournament - "THE INTERNATIONAL"
Dota 2 - Valve
VALVE ANNOUNCES "THE INTERNATIONAL"
Dota 2 Championships: First Public Showing at Gamescom

August 1, 2011 — Valve today announced The International. This tournament will be the first time Dota 2 is shown in public, and will take place August 17th -21st at Gamescom in Cologne, Germany.

The International features the 16 best Dota teams in the world competing in the Dota 2 Championships through a group stage, double elimination playoff format over the course of Cologne's five-day trade show.

The tournament will be broadcast in four languages (Chinese, German, Russian, and English) free of charge. The winning team will receive $1 million.

“The International is the first public Dota 2 event and will give the tens of millions of gamers playing Dota around the world their first look at the new game,” said Gabe Newell, president and founder of Valve. “I have had the good fortune to watch the competitors as they prepare for the tournament, and the level of play is extraordinary.”

In addition to the cash prizes awarded by Valve, NVidia is providing all the hardware for the event.

Dota 2 will be available for the PC and Mac later this year. For more information on Valve and its games, please visit http://www.dota2.com/

Aug 1, 2011
Daily Deal - Bob Came in Pieces 50% off!
Bob Came in Pieces - Valve
Today's Deal: Save 50% off Bob Came in Pieces

Look for the deals each day on the front page of Steam. Or follow us on twitter or Facebook for instant notifications wherever you are!

Jul 31, 2011
Daily Deal - Crazy Machines Everything Pack 50% off!
Crazy Machines Everything Pack - Daily Deal - Valve
Today's Deal: Save 50% off All Crazy Machines Titles

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Jul 30, 2011
Daily Deal - Ride! Carnival Tycoon 66% off!
Ride! Carnival Tycoon - Valve
Today's Deal: Save 66% off Ride! Carnival Tycoon

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Jul 29, 2011
Left 4 Dead 2 Update Released
Left 4 Dead 2 - Valve
Updates to Left 4 Dead 2 have been released. The updates will be applied automatically when your Steam client is restarted. The major changes include:

Left 4 Dead 2
  • Fixed Poll Question
Jul 29, 2011
Now Available - The Sims 3 Town Life Stuff
The Sims™ 3 Town Life Stuff - Valve
The Sims 3 Town Life Stuff is now available on Steam!

The Sims 3 Town Life Stuff introduces venues complete with dozens of new objects to give your Sims’ town and homes a makeover. Customize a new library, an exclusive gym, a fun playground, or a fresh laundry room. Your Sims get more than new décor and style options—they get new community venues, like Scrumptious Nibbles Café, for your Sims to visit too!

Jul 29, 2011
Pre-Purchase Now: From Dust
From Dust - Valve
From Dust is now available for Pre-purchase on Steam.

Immerse yourself in a world as exotically beautiful as it is dangerous! You control the destiny of a primitive tribe against the backdrop of a world in constant evolution—a universe where mighty Nature reclaims what is hers; and your mastery of the elements is your people’s only chance of survival...

Plus, pre-purchasers will receive the "Mask of the Shaman" to wear in Team Fortress 2!

Jul 29, 2011
Team Fortress 2 Update Released
Team Fortress 2 - Valve
Updates to Team Fortress 2 have been released. The updates will be applied automatically when your Steam client is restarted. The major changes include:

Team Fortress 2
  • Added From Dust promotional content.
  • Fixed a problem with the application of team-colored paints.
  • Fixed Mac-only replay editor crash.
  • “Meet the Medic” startup music added.
  • Definitely did not add cheats for upcoming Free-2-Play Invitational Cup.
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