Valve's decision to discontinue physical Steam gift cards marks a significant shift in the company's approach to user payments. For years, gift cards have been a convenient way for users to add funds to their Steam wallets, but their popularity has also made them a prime target for scammers.

The scamming epidemic has led to numerous cases of financial fraud, with scammers using gift cards to trick unsuspecting users into parting with their money. In response, Valve has opted to pull the plug on physical gift cards, citing the need to protect its users from these malicious activities.

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  • Physical Steam gift cards will no longer be available for purchase, effective immediately.
  • Users can still add funds to their Steam wallets using digital payment methods, such as credit cards or online payment services.
  • Valve's decision is expected to reduce the incidence of scamming and financial fraud on the Steam platform.
  • The move may also lead to increased adoption of digital payment methods among Steam users.
  • Valve has not announced any plans to reintroduce physical gift cards in the future.

Source: Eurogamer