Do Steam Achievements Stay When You Remove a Game?

Learn how removing a game from Steam affects your achievements and account.

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Removing a game from Steam does not delete your achievements. Your achievements are tied to your Steam account and will remain intact. If you reinstall the game later or access it from another device, your achievements will still be there.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Will deleting a game from Steam delete my progress? No, deleting a game does not remove your game progress or achievements from your Steam account.
  2. Can I recover purchased games after removing them from Steam? Yes, you can recover and reinstall any purchased games at any time from your library.
  3. Are Steam achievements lost if I switch devices? No, your achievements are tied to your Steam account and are accessible on any device you use.
  4. What happens to achievements if I don't play a game for a long time? Your achievements will remain intact on your account, regardless of how long you stop playing.

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