Google is reportedly discontinuing support for the Steam for Chromebook Beta programme by early 2026.Chromebook users attempting to release the beta app are now receiving a pop-up message telling them about the forthcoming shutdown.

Google has just announced that it will end its Steam for Chromebook Beta program on January 1, 2026, with devices losing access to installed games on that date. According to 9to5Google, you can still install Steam on your Chromebook through the ChromeOS Launcher, but it will show a warning saying that support for the service is ending soon.

The Steam for Chromebook Beta has been running for over three years now, but Google has announced it'll be shut at the end of the year.