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Steam Multiplayer Requirements

What to disclose about player counts, servers, and online features.

If your game has any online component — co-op, PvP, leaderboards, cloud saves — Valve wants specifics. Vague multiplayer claims lead to rejection and angry players.

What to Disclose

Player Count

Exactly how many players can play together? "2-4 players", "Up to 32 players", "Massively multiplayer" — be specific.

Connection Type

Peer-to-peer or dedicated servers? This affects player expectations for stability and latency.

Online Requirements

Is online required to play? Can you play offline/solo? Always-online DRM should be disclosed.

Cross-Play

Can Steam players play with console or other PC storefront players? If yes, mention it.

Regional Servers

If you have region-specific servers (NA, EU, Asia), let players know for latency expectations.

Good Examples

✓ Clear Co-op Description

"Online co-op for 2-4 players via dedicated servers. Single-player mode available offline. Cross-play supported with Xbox and PlayStation."

✓ Clear PvP Description

"Competitive multiplayer for up to 16 players per match. Peer-to-peer connection with host migration. Internet connection required for multiplayer modes."

Common Mistakes

"Multiplayer" without specifying player count
"Online features" without explaining what they are
Not mentioning if single-player is available
Hiding always-online requirements
Failing to update when servers shut down

What Our Check Looks For

Multiplayer keywords: co-op, PvP, online, multiplayer, versus
Player count specifications
Server type mentions
Online requirement clarity
Missing details when multiplayer is mentioned

Check Your Multiplayer Details

Make sure your online features are properly disclosed.

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