Open any gaming PC, and chances are the blue icon of Steam is sitting right there on the desktop. Not hidden, not optional, but almost expected. Over time, Steam has gone from being just another launcher to becoming the default storefront for PC gaming, almost like a built-in part of the experience.
The Monopoly Nobody Talks About
By most estimates, such as QuantumRun and IconEra, Steam controls roughly 70 to 80% of the PC digital distribution market. That is not just a strong lead. It is near-total dominance. At the same time, it follows the familiar 30% revenue cut model, with reductions kicking in at higher sales milestones. It is the same structure used by companies like Apple and Google, and it has been a point of criticism from developers for years.
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