If you're a Steam user, you've probably wondered things like "How much money have I spent on games?" or "Is this game still popular?" The good news is there are some really useful websites that can answer these questions and more. Here are five tools that can make your Steam experience better.

1. SteamCalculator.gg

Ever wondered how much your Steam library is actually worth? SteamCalculator tells you exactly that. Just enter your Steam username, and it calculates the total value of all your games.

The site shows you the current price of each game you own and adds it all up. It's pretty eye-opening when you realize that those sale purchases have added up over time. The tool also shows you how much time you've spent playing your games, which can be both interesting and slightly embarrassing if you've put 500 hours into a single game.

Why you'd use it: It's fun to see how much your game collection is worth, especially if you've been buying games during sales. You can also compare your library with friends to see who has the bigger collection.

2. SteamDB.info

SteamDB is like having insider information about every game on Steam. It tracks price history, player counts, and updates for basically every game on the platform.

The coolest feature is the price history graph. Before buying a game, you can check if it's been cheaper in the past or if the current sale is actually a good deal. It also shows you the lowest price a game has ever been, so you know if you should wait for a better sale.

SteamDB also tracks game updates in real-time. If your favorite game just got patched, you can see exactly what changed and when.

Why you'd use it: Never overpay for a game again. If something is "on sale" for $20 but was $15 last month, you'll know to wait. It's also great for seeing if a game is actually popular or if it's dying out.

3. SteamLevels.com

Steam has a leveling system, and SteamLevels is all about tracking that. Your Steam level goes up when you collect trading cards and craft badges. A higher level gives you benefits like more friend slots and better chances of getting booster packs (which contain more trading cards).

This site shows you exactly how much XP you need to reach the next level and tracks the highest-level Steam users in the world. Some people are at level 5,000 or higher, which is kind of wild.

Why you'd use it: If you're into collecting Steam trading cards and leveling up your profile, this site helps you track your progress. You can also see how you rank compared to other Steam users globally.

4. SteamCardExchange.net

Speaking of trading cards, SteamCardExchange is the place to go for everything related to them. When you play Steam games, you can earn trading cards. Collect a full set, and you can craft them into a badge for your profile.

This site shows you which games have trading cards, how much each card is worth, and how much profit you can make by selling complete sets. It also calculates the average price of card sets, so you know if it's worth buying the remaining cards you need or just selling what you have.

Why you'd use it: If you want to make a bit of Steam wallet money by selling cards, this site helps you figure out which cards are valuable. It's also useful if you're trying to complete a specific badge and need to know which cards you're missing.

5. SteamCharts.com

SteamCharts tracks how many people are playing different games on Steam at any given time. It shows you current player counts, peak players, and historical data going back years.

This is super helpful before buying a multiplayer game. If you're thinking about getting into a game but it only has 50 players online, you might have trouble finding matches. On the other hand, if a game has thousands of players, you know the community is active and healthy.

Why you'd use it: Check if a game is still alive before buying it. There's nothing worse than buying a multiplayer game only to find out nobody plays it anymore. You can also use it to see if a game's popularity is growing or shrinking over time.

Final Thoughts

These five tools give you information that Steam doesn't really show you upfront. Whether you want to track your spending, find the best deals, level up your profile, or check if a game is worth buying, these sites have you covered. They're all free to use, so bookmark them and check them out next time you're browsing Steam.