INDUSTRY NEWSMay 20 · 33 views
Steam Updates Tags, Solves Gaming's Trickiest Genre Conundrum with "Bullet Heaven"
Valve has updated Steam with 17 new game tags, including "Bullet Heaven", a name for the frenetic, upgrade-focused genre popularized by Vampire Survivors. This move reflects industry trends and aims to improve game discovery. The update also removes 27 tags, streamlining the platform's categorization.
INDUSTRY NEWSMay 20 · 53 views
Steam Overhauls Store Tags: 17 Added, 28 Removed in May 2026 Update
Steam's latest update brings significant changes to its store tags, adding 17 new ones like "Bullet Heaven" and "Xianxia", removing 28 including "NSFW" and "Roguevania", and merging others for improved discovery. These alterations aim to enhance game recommendations and player identification of suitable titles. The move reflects the evolving gaming landscape and player preferences.
INDUSTRY NEWSMay 20 · 37 views
Steam Validates "Bullet Heaven" Genre with Dedicated Tag, 17 New Additions
The "Bullet Heaven" genre, popularized by games like Vampire Survivors, now has a dedicated tag on Steam, validating its growing popularity. This addition is part of a broader update by Valve, introducing 17 new tags and removing 28 to enhance game discovery. The move aims to help players find games tailored to their interests and improve Steam's recommendation system.
