Steam to end support for 32-bit Windows in January 2026
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Valve has announced that Steam will stop supporting 32-bit versions of Windows starting January 2026. This change affects a small fraction of users, as only 0.01% of Steam users are on 32-bit systems. The move is necessary because core Steam features rely on system drivers and libraries not supported on 32-bit Windows. Users are urged to upgrade to 64-bit versions of Windows to maintain compatibility and receive updates. Existing Steam installations on 32-bit systems will continue to function but will not receive further updates, including security patches. Microsoft has also announced that all versions of Windows 10 will reach end of support on October 14, 2025, with options for users to upgrade to Windows 11 or enroll in the Extended Security Updates (ESU) program.
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19.09.2025 15:14 1 articles · 10d ago
Steam to end support for 32-bit Windows in January 2026
Valve has announced that Steam will stop supporting 32-bit versions of Windows starting January 1, 2026. This decision is due to the reliance on system drivers and libraries not supported on 32-bit systems. Users are urged to upgrade to 64-bit Windows to continue receiving updates and maintain compatibility. Existing Steam installations on 32-bit systems will continue to function but will not receive further updates, including security patches.
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- Steam will stop running on Windows 32-bit in January 2026 — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 19.09.2025 15:14
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Steam will stop supporting 32-bit Windows versions on January 1, 2026.
First reported: 19.09.2025 15:141 source, 1 articleShow sources
- Steam will stop running on Windows 32-bit in January 2026 — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 19.09.2025 15:14
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Only 0.01% of Steam users are on 32-bit Windows systems.
First reported: 19.09.2025 15:141 source, 1 articleShow sources
- Steam will stop running on Windows 32-bit in January 2026 — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 19.09.2025 15:14
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Core Steam features rely on system drivers and libraries not supported on 32-bit Windows.
First reported: 19.09.2025 15:141 source, 1 articleShow sources
- Steam will stop running on Windows 32-bit in January 2026 — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 19.09.2025 15:14
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Existing Steam installations on 32-bit systems will continue to function but will not receive updates.
First reported: 19.09.2025 15:141 source, 1 articleShow sources
- Steam will stop running on Windows 32-bit in January 2026 — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 19.09.2025 15:14
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Windows 10 will reach end of support on October 14, 2025.
First reported: 19.09.2025 15:141 source, 1 articleShow sources
- Steam will stop running on Windows 32-bit in January 2026 — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 19.09.2025 15:14
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Users can upgrade to Windows 11 or enroll in the Extended Security Updates (ESU) program.
First reported: 19.09.2025 15:141 source, 1 articleShow sources
- Steam will stop running on Windows 32-bit in January 2026 — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 19.09.2025 15:14