Windows 11 Surpasses Windows 10 as Top OS for Steam Gamers

After nearly three years, Windows 11 has overtaken Windows 10 in the Steam Hardware Survey, reflecting a significant shift in the gaming community.

Windows 11 now holds 49.17% of the Steam user base, edging out Windows 10 at 47.09%.
The transition to Windows 11 has been slower compared to previous OS upgrades due to stringent hardware requirements.
Microsoft plans to end support for Windows 10 in October 2025, pushing users to upgrade.
The popularity of Windows 11 among gamers is driven by optimization for modern games and platforms.
Despite its success with gamers, Windows 11 still lags behind Windows 10 in overall market share.