Steam on Track for $20 Billion Year After Record $1.7 Billion September

Alinea Analytics estimates Steam generated $1.7 billion in September, up 13% year over year and a record for the month. With $16.5 billion earned in the first nine months of 2026, the platform is expected to cross $20 billion in a year for the first time.

• September revenue: $1.7 billion, up 13% YoY
• Q3 hit $5.5 billion, up 12% YoY
• Wardogs topped premium games at $86.9 million
• Free-to-play titles brought in about $168 million