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submitted 3 days ago* (last edited 3 days ago) by ekZepp@lemmy.world to c/steam@lemmy.ml

Warn you if there’s a way you could get a product for cheaper before you purchase it.

ShiraNamiNani discovered this feature while purchasing Unrailed 2: Back on Track. At press time, this game was 30% off, for a total of $13.99. However, the Unrailed Collection Bundle, which includes both Unrailed 2: Back on Track and its predecessor, had a bigger discounted rate of 58%, meaning it only cost $13.58 – 41 cents cheaper than buying just the second game on its own. This is likely what triggered this alert, as it allowed them to not only save money but also get an extra game in the process.

"they will not be recommended to purchase the larger version if the total cost is still higher."

More Link: https://www.gamingbible.com/news/platform/steam/steam-store-addition-saves-you-money-194091-20251213

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[-] Zomg@piefed.world 63 points 3 days ago* (last edited 3 days ago)
[-] mudstickmcgee@sh.itjust.works 8 points 3 days ago

I have a couple of games on epic, mainly satisfactory. And the experience with the epic launcher/storefront is so bad I'm going to buy it again on steam just to not use their shitty launcher.

Just waiting for the Christmas sale to start

[-] Bougie_Birdie@piefed.blahaj.zone 35 points 3 days ago

They've been doing this for a while now, I think it's neat

Sometimes you already own a game in the bundle so you get the game cheaper because you buy the bundle. Not only is it cool that's even an option, but Steam will tell you about it to save you money

It's even cooler when you own part of a bundle and steam alerts you that not only can you get the game cheaper by buying the bundle, but you'll get bonus games too

Big wins for the consumer all around

[-] pogodem0n@lemmy.world 19 points 3 days ago

Common Steam W

[-] Yerbouti@sh.itjust.works 11 points 3 days ago

Please, harder Mr.steam.

[-] TrickDacy@lemmy.world 4 points 3 days ago

Is that anything like an alert?

[-] winkerjadams@lemmy.dbzer0.com 6 points 3 days ago

Isn't that the definition of alert? To make someone aware of something

[-] TrickDacy@lemmy.world 3 points 3 days ago

allert

I'm being a smartass because I'm annoyed by people who can't be bothered to proofread

this post was submitted on 15 Dec 2025
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