Microsoft, which has acquired a growing market share in the gaming world in recent years, has been eyeing Valve for some time. Allegations of Microsoft acquiring the company that owns Steam have surfaced from time to time for years, this time the content producer from Dior came. According to publisher Microsoft $16 billion prepared a quotation.

for Microsoft valve, emerges as a very logical target. First of all, Microsoft currently appears to be far behind its target in the portable console market. Valve is in this market with Steam Deck. On the other hand, the Steam store continues to print money. The company is said to be worth $8 billion. It is said that Gabe Newell’s personal wealth is $4 billion.

It is unknown where Microsoft will be

Although Valve is one of the most important names in the gaming industry, the company has been privately held throughout its history and its financial situation is unknown. Valve’s umbrella also includes brands such as Dota, Counter-Strike and Half-Life. on the other hand According to Dior’s claims, Gabe Newellowns less than 25% of Steam.

However, this type of acquisition is a Newell issue until you decide to retire It doesn’t seem likely that this will happen. It should also be noted that there is no solid evidence behind these rumors. Actual data may also be very different from what is claimed.