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Indie Developers Demand Action Against Fake Games Surge

6/28/2025

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Steam and the PlayStation Store are grappling with a surge of fake publishers and subpar games. A developer known as "me" has unleashed nearly 70 titles on Steam, many reportedly pilfered from Itch.io. Frustrated indie developers are rallying against these infringements, highlighting the urgent need for better vetting on these platforms, with the Nintendo Store facing similar challenges.

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Story summary

Steam and the PlayStation Store are grappling with a surge of fake publishers and subpar games. A developer known as "me" has unleashed nearly 70 titles on Steam, many reportedly pilfered from Itch.io. Frustrated indie developers are rallying against these infringements, highlighting the urgent need for better vetting on these platforms, with the Nintendo Store facing similar challenges.