Steam players shocked by hateful content

Steam: More than just gaming

STEAM is the go-to platform for PC gamers, dominating the market share with millions logging in daily. Apart from gaming, it offers social functions like community boards, private messaging, and player reviews.

Concerns over hateful conduct

The Anti-Defamation League found almost 2 million instances of hateful content on Steam, including Nazi symbolism and anti-semitism. While some may pass it off as jokes, the ADL warns that it normalizes hate speech.

Challenges in moderation

Steam has moderation in place but relies on user reports due to the vast number of interactions. Despite efforts, extremist symbols like Pepe have been prevalent, raising concerns about the platform's vetting process.

Call for action

With criticism mounting, there are calls for Steam to do more to tackle hateful content. Concerns have been raised about lax measures in the past, emphasizing the need for stricter moderation.

What's next?

Valve, the company behind Steam, has been approached for comment on the issue. As discussions continue, the focus remains on creating a safer online environment for all users.