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Is Steam still the best place to buy games or are alternatives better?
With rising game prices and the emergence of competing storefronts offering better revenue splits for developers, the dominance of Steam is being challenged in 2026. Cast your vote on whether Steam still deserves its crown or if alternatives have caught up.
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