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Valve lawsuit calls Steam a ‘monopoly’ – Micky News
A Valve lawsuit is on the horizon, attacking them with monopoly charges. The fine details note that the company is using its position to keep game prices high.
A filing came early this week that accuses Valve, together with other devs, of effective monopoly of the PC gaming landscape. The Valve lawsuit says the digital storefront is pushing companies to drive prices up with its Most Favored Nations clause.
Valve provision allegedly creates high prices
The Most Favored Nations clause is found under the Steam Distribution Agreement. The provision notes that the client, Steam, will receive the best terms available everywhere else. The provision allows the…
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