Do Steam Achievements Remain After a Game Refund? Key Insights

Learn if your Steam achievements stay post-refund and how game developers’ policies can affect your account history.

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Steam achievements are retained after a game refund, but this varies by individual titles and publishers. By default, achievements and playtime are logged as part of your account's history. If you've refunded a game, the achievements earned remain in your profile unless the game developer has a specific policy overriding this. Always check the specific game’s refund policy for precise details.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Do I lose my Steam achievements if I refund a game? No, your Steam achievements are retained even after a game refund, unless the game developer has a specific policy that states otherwise.
  2. How does the Steam refund policy affect my achievements? By default, if you refund a game on Steam, the achievements you earned will still be visible on your profile, as they are recorded as part of your account's history.
  3. Where can I find a game's refund policy on Steam? You can usually find a game's refund policy on its Steam store page, often in the FAQ or Support sections.
  4. Are playtime and achievements logged on my Steam account? Yes, both playtime and achievements are logged on your Steam account, contributing to your gaming profile history.