Quebec Game Sale on Steam: Discounts Up to 95% This February
- Steam is gearing up for a major showcase of Quebec-developed games with a dedicated sale event running from February 16th to February 23rd.
- With an estimated 30 to 35 million active players, Steam provides a massive platform for Quebec developers to reach a global audience.
- it’s about recognizing the significant contribution of Quebec studios.
Steam is gearing up for a major showcase of Quebec-developed games with a dedicated sale event running from to . The sale, which will be prominently featured on the Steam homepage starting , aims to highlight the province’s growing game development scene and provide increased visibility for its studios.
With an estimated 30 to 35 million active players, Steam provides a massive platform for Quebec developers to reach a global audience. Kevin Chancey, Marketing Director at Indie Asylum, the organization coordinating the event, emphasized the potential reach, stating that “hundreds of millions of players around the world will have the opportunity to consult the entirely Quebec catalogue.”
The sale isn’t simply about offering discounts. it’s about recognizing the significant contribution of Quebec studios. Chancey explained that games included in the sale must be either fully developed in Quebec or have a “significant number of Quebecers” involved in their creation. This inclusivity extends to larger projects, such as the Call of Duty 4 remaster developed by Beenox, a Quebec-based studio.
The lineup for the Quebec Games Celebration includes a diverse range of titles. Players can expect to find deals on games like The Outlast Trials from Red Barrels, Aloft by Astrolabe Interactive, Pyrene from Two Tiny Dice, 33 immortals by Thunder Lotus, The Hungry Fly from Erupting Avocado, Hell is Us by Rogue Factor, and Turbo Kid from Outerminds. The upcoming pre-order availability of 33 immortals is also highlighted as a key offering.
While specific sales projections weren’t provided, Chancey anticipates “several hundred thousand” game sales during the event. He underscored the importance of this sale within the broader Steam ecosystem, noting that This proves “the largest regional sale on the platform.” He contrasted it with sales focused on other regions like Poland or the United States, stating that the Quebec sale boasts the most games and the highest level of engagement.
Beyond the discounts themselves, the visibility offered by Steam is a crucial benefit for participating studios. With approximately 20,000 games published on Steam annually, discoverability is a major challenge for developers. Chancey highlighted the value of being featured on the Steam homepage, calling it a “bonbon” – a significant opportunity to attract players.
To further amplify the event, Indie Asylum will host a showcase on at 6:00 PM EST on the Steam platform and their own YouTube/Twitch channels. This showcase will feature 30 games, including exclusive announcements, providing an additional layer of promotion for Quebec developers.
Discounts during the sale will range from 10% to 95%, but the event’s impact extends beyond monetary savings. The increased visibility offered by Steam’s platform is considered a significant advantage for Quebec studios seeking to reach a wider audience and establish themselves within the competitive gaming market.