Steam Client Update Released with New Features and Improvements
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Key Takeaway
Valve has released a new Steam Client update with features like Big Art Mode, screensavers, and improved performance on high latency connections.
Summary
The latest Steam Client update brings several new features, including a Big Art Mode for the home screen, a screensaver feature, and improved download speeds on high latency connections. The update also includes various bug fixes and improvements to the user interface. Additionally, Windows binaries registered as non-steam games will now run in Proton by default.
What's New in the Steam Client Update
- Big Art Mode: a new option for the home screen, accessible in Settings > Home
- Screensavers: a new feature with two built-in screensavers and support for custom screensavers
- Improved download speeds: on high latency connections
- Proton support: for Windows binaries registered as non-steam games
Why it matters
This update improves the overall user experience and performance of the Steam Client, which can positively impact the gaming ecosystem.