Steam Chat is an instant messaging service that is included in the popular digital distribution platform, Steam. The service was first introduced in 2018 and is designed to allow users to communicate with each other while playing games or browsing the Steam store. Steam Chat also supports voice chat and can be used on both desktop and mobile devices.

Steam Chat is similar to other messaging apps in terms of basic features such as text messaging, voice chat, and the ability to send and receive files. However, Steam Chat has some unique features that make it popular among gaming communities. One of the most useful features is the ability to create chat groups. This can be used to organize a group of friends in a game, or to chat with other players who share similar interests.

Another unique feature of Steam Chat is the ability to see what games your friends are playing. This feature also shows you the status of your friends, whether they are in game or offline. This feature can be particularly useful if you are looking for someone to play a specific game with or if you want to know if your friends are busy playing other games.

In addition to these features, Steam Chat has recently added additional features designed to improve the user experience. One of these features is the ability to personalize your chats with custom chat backgrounds, avatars, and emojis. There is also an option to pin messages for easy reference later on.

Overall, Steam Chat is a great service for gamers who want to communicate with each other while playing games. While there are other messaging apps out there, Steam Chat has unique features that make it particularly useful for gaming communities. If you are a Steam user, it is definitely worth checking out.