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Steam UI Redesign

Web Design, UI Design

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Arjun Mehta

Software Engineer Student

"Less scrolling. More playing".

Problem Faced

Complex NavigationUsers struggle to find games, community features, and settings due to the cluttered interface.


Overwhelming Game Discovery — Thousands of games make it difficult for users to find relevant titles quickly.


Inconsistent Search ResultsSearch often returns unrelated games, causing frustration and longer browsing times.


Complicated Refund Process Users find it difficult to understand refund eligibility and track refund requests.


Information Overload on Store Pages — Excessive content, reviews, DLCs, and promotions can overwhelm users.


Poor Library Organization Managing large game collections becomes challenging without better categorization tools.


Friend & Community Management IssuesUsers face difficulty organizing friends, groups, and community interactions.

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Challenges During Research

Cluttered Interface — Too much information on screen reduced usability

Poor Navigation — Difficult to quickly access games and features

Information Overload — Excess banners, pop-ups, and content distractions

Discovery Issues — Hard to find relevant games and events

Inconsistent Experience — Lack of visual and interaction consistency

Balancing Features — Managing complexity without oversimplifying core functions

Cluttered Interface — Too much information on screen reduced usability

Poor Navigation — Difficult to quickly access games and features

Information Overload — Excess banners, pop-ups, and content distractions

Discovery Issues — Hard to find relevant games and events

Inconsistent Experience — Lack of visual and interaction consistency

Balancing Features — Managing complexity without oversimplifying core functions

Service

Web Design
UI/UX

Timeline

May 2025 – April 2025

Strategy

I adopted a user-centered, research-driven approach to identify issues like cluttered UI, poor navigation, and information overload. Using user flows, affinity mapping, and usability analysis, we restructured the experience. The focus was on simplifying navigation, reducing visual clutter, and improving content hierarchy and discoverability. Through iterative wireframing, prototyping, and testing, we created a clean, intuitive, and engaging gaming experience.

Customer Journey Map

Proposed Solution

The redesigned Steam app focuses on a clean and simplified interface by reducing clutter and improving visual hierarchy. Navigation is streamlined to provide quick access to key sections like library, store, and community. Enhanced discoverability through smart filters and recommendations helps users find relevant content easily. A consistent design system ensures a unified experience, while personalization tailors content to user preferences, creating a more intuitive and engaging platform.

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