Steam approval backlog makes indie games miss launch dates

Multiple indie developers report unusually long Steam approval waits, causing some titles to miss planned launch dates. Studio Daimon's Food Devils, submitted for early access on October 12, is still 'awaiting approval' on its planned launch day with no known timeline.

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