Valve is starting to let Steam users see the size of a game before they attempt to install it. Game library pages will finally list the total space required for a game, without you having to first click on the install to see disk space details and estimated download time. It's a small change that's rolling out as part of a beta update to Steam this week, meaning it'll be rolling out to all users in the coming weeks.
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The change comes after Valve updated the downloads page in September to make it much more informative. The overhaul included an improved section for managing storage, as well as displaying more details about download and installation progress.
Valve redesigned its Steam libraries in 2019, making it easier to find games, see what your friends are playing, and follow updates or news from game developers. Both Discord and the Epic Games Store have pushed Valve to modernize Steam, which often lags in usability and design.
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The latest download changes come just as Valve is preparing to release the Steam Deck handheld, and are undoubtedly designed to improve the experience there. The Steam Deck will go on sale starting February 25th.
Source of information: theverge.com
