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How did Steam forums become so toxic and what is the solution? (self.pcgaming)

submitted 1 year ago by Aurix to c/pcgaming

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Gaming communities can be rough, but I can't think of another forum like Steam which is across so many games consistently incredibly toxic towards developers, even if their product is fine with only minor issues and no predatory monetization. They are my least favorite place of conversation.

What would you do to improve the culture around them?

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[–] Rambomst 8 points 1 year ago (7 children)

Actually punishing those with poor behavior? Perhaps a ban from the forums should extend to their steam account?

[–] CleoTheWizard 6 points 1 year ago (4 children)

I don’t see that happening. Maybe a karma system? Normally I dislike those systems but they do a decent job at regulating users. If someone gets downvotes or has low discussion karma, just hide their post. Shouldn’t be that hard to do either.

[–] Rambomst 4 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)

I don’t see that happening.

A man can dream :(

People need to be held accountable for their actions. Valve has the money and should invest in a proper moderation team.

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