The video game distribution platform Steam has been banned entirely in Vietnam. Vietnamese players took to Steam forums, saying all of the country's internet providers blocked access to both Valve's app and browser. One commenter said they spoke to
someone who claimed the order came from above. Neither Valve or anyone from Vietnam's government have spoken on the matter. An article in VietnamNet suggested that the ban may be connected to domestic publishers. A representative for one
domestic publisher claimed Steam can put out games in the country without having to seek permission from the local government like Vietnamese developers have to. According to them, Valve's alleged ability to break the rules is an injustice to domestic
publishers. | 
