Steam Access On Your iOS Or Android Device Is Now Available As An App [Updated]

Back when the iPod Touch was what all the kids were doing, Valve was talking about making some sort of app for the device. That was about almost a year ago, in that time Android has been getting more and more attention, so now Valve decided to make an app for both devices which is out right now.

On both iOS and Android devices, Valve has released and official Steam app (there are some unofficial Steam apps out there) that allows users to access the Steam Community via your device.

Here is a full press release:

With the Steam app, gamers around the world may chat with Steam friends, browse community groups and user profiles, view screenshots and user-generated content for their favorite games, read the latest gaming news, stay up to date on unbeatable Steam sales, and more.

"The Steam app comes from many direct requests from our customers," said Gabe Newell, co-founder and president of Valve. "Seeing which of your friends are online and playing a game, sending quick messages, looking at screenshots for an upcoming game, or catching a sale - these are all features customers have requested. Mobile is changing way people interact, play games and consume media, and the Steam app is part of our commitment to meet customer demands and expand the service functionality of Steam to make it richer and more accessible for everyone."

The app is now available on the Android Market and the Apple App Store.

Update:

The app is currently in a closed beta, so only game journalists and publications are the only ones who currently have access to the app. When it will officially be released for everyone is unknown at this time.