How to obtain and use a Steam API key for programming

The Steam API is a set of development tools and services that provide interaction with the Steam platform. It allows developers to create Steam-related applications, games, or services. To program using the Steam API, you first need to obtain a valid Steam API key. This article explains how to obtain and use a Steam API key, and provides sample code to demonstrate how to call the Steam API.

The steps to obtain a Steam API key are as follows:

1. Create a Steam developer account: First, you need to create a Steam developer account. Visit the Steam developer website (https://partner.steamgames.com/) and follow the instructions to register an account. After completing registration, you will receive developer authentication information.

2. Create a Steam application: In your Steam developer account, create a new Steam application. Fill in the application's name, description, and other relevant information. This information will be used to generate a Steam API key.

3. Generate Steam API Key: After creating the application, you will get a Steamworks console. In the console, go to the Applications tab and click the Generate Key button. A Steam API key will be generated for you.

After completing the above steps, you will have a valid Steam API key. Next, we'll use sample code to demonstrate how to call the Steam API.

The sample code is as follows:

import requests

# 设置 Steam API 密钥
api_key =