We've all been there. Hyped for a game, impulse buy it on Steam, and then…realize it's not quite what you expected. Don't panic! Steam offers a pretty generous refund policy. So, how do you get your money back?
The golden rule: requests must be made within 14 days of purchase AND the game must have been played for less than 2 hours.
Here's the quick breakdown:
1. Head to help.steampowered.com and log in.
2. Click on "Purchases."
3. Find the game you regret buying.
4. Select "I would like a refund."
5. Choose the reason for your refund request and submit it. Be honest!
Steam will review your request, and you'll usually hear back within a week. Refunds are typically issued back to your original payment method. So, breathe easy, and happy gaming (and hopefully, fewer refund requests!)
