Steam Is on Track to Top $20 Billion in Revenue for the First Time
Alinea Analytics says the platform needs about $3.5 billion more in the fourth quarter to top $20 billion for the first time.
- Steam generated a record $1.7 billion in September 2026, positioning the platform to exceed $20 billion in annual revenue for the first time, according to analysts at Alinea Analytics.
- During the third quarter of 2026, the platform generated $5.5 billion, marking a 12% increase from the same period last year.
- Games released in 2026 drove 33.6% of September's revenue, while free-to-play titles accounted for 25.6% and brand-new franchises represented 20.5% of the 500 highest-grossing games.
- Counter-Strike, Apex Legends, PUBG, and Dota generated a combined $168 million, while Wardogs performed strongly, generating $86.9 million throughout September.
- Revenue for the first nine months reached $16.5 billion, surpassing the $14.5 billion recorded during the corresponding period in 2025 and exceeding September 2025's $1.5 billion.
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PC gaming continues to grow despite rising computer hardware prices. According to Alinea Analytics, the Steam platform generated a record $1.7 billion in revenue in September 2026. This was its best September result ever – 13% higher than the previous record, set in September 2025. The third quarter of 2026 was also Steam’s most successful quarter on […] Post Expensive PCs Haven’t Stopped Gamers: Steam Sets a New Revenue Record at Root-Nation.co…
Steam would have generated estimated revenue of $1.7 billion in September, its best result for that month, while spending on PC games continues to grow despite hardware prices. Alinea Analytics also projects that the platform could for the first time exceed $20 billion in annual revenue.
Steam on Track for $20 Billion Year After Record $1.7 Billion September
Steam reportedly just had its best September on record. Alinea Analytics estimates that the platform generated a hefty $1.7 billion last month, up 13% from September 2025, which held the previous record. The third quarter was also Steam's best to date at $5.5 billion, a 12% increase year over year. That puts the 2026 total at $16.5 billion after nine months, compared to $14.5 billion in the same period last year, and well past the $11.1 billion …
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