Steam, the leading digital distribution platform for PC gaming, has introduced new accessibility features designed to make it easier for players with specific needs to find suitable games. These updates aim to enhance the overall gaming experience by providing detailed information about accessibility options directly in game store listings.

Earlier in 2025, Steam made headlines by separating installation and download progress bars, allowing users to track updates more efficiently. The latest update, however, focuses on helping gamers discover titles that cater to their accessibility requirements before making a purchase.

The platform has implemented two key features: accessibility option displays on game store pages and advanced filtering tools. These additions allow players to search Steam's extensive catalog based on specific accessibility needs, ensuring they only see games that meet their requirements.

Accessibility in gaming encompasses various features, including adjustable text sizes, color-blind friendly palettes, and specialized audio options for visually impaired players. Steam's new system categorizes these features into four main groups:

Gameplay Features:

• Adjustable Difficulty
• Save Anytime

Visual Features:

• Adjustable Text Size
• Subtitle Options
• Color Alternatives
• Camera Comfort

Audio Features:

• Custom Volume Controls
• Stereo Sound
• Surround Sound
• Narrated Game Menus
• Playable without Timed Input

Input Features:

• Keyboard Only Option
• Mouse Only Option
• Touch Only Option
• Chat Speech-to-Text
• Chat Text-to-Speech

While over 5,000 applications have already added accessibility details, this represents only a fraction of Steam's total library, which saw more than 14,000 new games added in 2023 alone. Steam encourages developers to implement these tags, though it remains optional. The platform has emphasized that tags can be added post-release if necessary.

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This initiative has the potential to significantly improve gaming accessibility. By making these features more visible, games may attract new players who previously didn't realize certain titles could accommodate their needs. The gaming community hopes developers and publishers will embrace this system, making PC gaming more inclusive for everyone.