Steam vs Xbox Games
| Steam | Xbox Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Free trial | No | No |
| Paid from | Free | — |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Android, iOS, Linux, macOS, Windows | Android, iOS, Web, Windows |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Supported platforms | — | Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows PC, cloud gaming |
| Automated updates | — | Yes |
| DRM options | — | built_in |
| Regional pricing | — | Yes |
| Player reviews | — | Yes |
| License management | — | account_based |
Both are listed in Best Game Distribution Platforms. On The Geeks Club, Steam scores higher on our published basis.