Steam has revealed the patch notes for a new update to its achievement system, called Steam Achievement Sets. Developers can now break achievements into sets, with new sets added with DLC and updates, all along with a new achievement page for users.
The new user interface allows players to see overall progress, set progress and individual achievement information for each game. An improved search feature has been implemented too. Users can also compare progress to up to three friends, taking into account DLC ownership. Completed sets are available to view throughout a user profile. Completed achievement sets are viewable through the Completed tab (renamed from Perfect Games) and games played through Family Sharing are acknowledged in the Games List and friend comparison.
The achievement page will display base game progress in blue, with DLC sets in purple. DLC sets will not be included with total progress until the user has access to the new content. Steam is also introducing seasonal achievements, allowing for limited time events to come with achievements attached. Once it is no longer available, developers can archive the achievement, preventing it showing up for players who missed the opportunity.
The Steam blog detailing the patch notes added this information:
The following games have already added achievement sets:
These updates are now available as a beta for both players and game developers. Here’s how to join the Steam Client Beta. We’ll continue making improvements during the beta, so make sure to let us know what you think.
