Steam Has a Pricing Problem
589Steam Has a Pricing Problem
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This video examines the significant price disparity for PC games purchased on Steam by Polish consumers using the Złoty (PLN). The discussion centers on how Valve's Regional Pricing Recommendation tool, which was last updated in October 2022 when the PLN was at a historical low, continues to use outdated exchange rates. Using examples like Metal Gear Solid Δ and Dave the Diver, we show that the resulting local prices are often 20% to 30% higher than the dollar equivalent. The video explains the core issue: while the Polish currency has since strengthened, Valve has not implemented the promised annual refresh of its data, leading developers who rely on the automated suggestions to overcharge Polish players. Finally, we highlight the #PolishOurPrices community effort to address this failure and push for accurate pricing across the platform.
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