A cyberattack on Valve's partner exposes Steam user data, while Valve assures safety measures are in place.
A significant story in the PC gaming world today revolves around a data breach concerning Steam users. Reports from Rock Paper Shotgun and PCGamesN reveal a cyberattack on CEVA Logistics, a shipping partner of Valve. This attack has potentially compromised personal information of European customers who have made purchases in the last three months.
While Valve has acknowledged the breach, they emphasize that they are taking necessary precautions to protect users and claim most personal data remains secure. The core issue stems from the fact that sensitive information, which could include addresses and payment details, may have been leaked. Valve has reportedly sent emails to affected users outlining the situation and advising on potential scams or fake messages that might arise due to the breach.
Elsewhere in gaming, GamingOnLinux announces the release of Knytt Classic, a fully rebuilt version of the indie platformer which is now available for free on Steam. This is a welcoming surprise for fans of the genre, offering a nostalgic return to a beloved title with updated features.
In upcoming releases, the weird and wonderful seem to be the trend. Rock Paper Shotgun highlights ‘The Carcass’, a cosmic roguelike by PiqFocus Interactive, where players engage in colony-building inside a gradually awakening space god. Similarly, Memoirium stands out as an unusual PSX-styled soulslike game that combines surreal dreamscapes with bedroom decor mechanics and is set to launch this Thursday.
The realm of unconventional games continues with ‘Auto Ball Arena’ as covered by GamingOnLinux, introducing a chaotic physics-based auto-battler to look forward to. Moreover, ‘Glory On Pluto’, another unique entry with a space roguelite theme, has released an updated demo following its initial debut earlier in May.
Finally, 1666 Amsterdam, a game that has sparked mixed emotions due to its intriguing yet sometimes flawed execution, is heading into early access soon, as noted by PCGamesN. While its eerie and historically rich setting appeals to many, concerns remain over its past development issues.
This mix of security concerns and a lineup of quirky game releases ensures that the upcoming days will be interesting for PC gamers, both in terms of entertainment and privacy vigilance.
