PLAY PREPARED

Before your next session.

Keep saves in mind, check downloads and follow announced events.

5 articles · Selected by the editorial desk

Game saves

A cloud feature is useful only when the game’s supported files and your expected progress line up.

WindowsmacOSLinux

2 min readPractical guide

Getting started

Platform names, client requirements and hardware details answer different compatibility questions.

WindowsmacOSLinux

2 min readPractical guide

Recording

Use the built-in recorder, decide whether the microphone belongs in the clip and inspect the saved result.

iPhone/iPad

2 min readPractical guide

PC eventsEndedSources checked 2026-10-01

Valve’s announced autumn sale window, with a reminder to compare the games rather than just the discounts.

WindowsmacOSLinux

2026-10-01Event briefing

PC eventsEndedSources checked 2026-09-30

A week for trying demos of upcoming PC games, according to Valve’s official schedule.

WindowsmacOSLinux

2026-10-19Event briefing