If you cant live without your favorite games, you must have been extremely annoyed after the popular gaming platform was suspended in Russia. However, today there is a real option to continue playing without changing your location. And this option is Turkish Steam.
Getting an account for another country is easy, but it has its peculiarities. We will explain all the nuances of the process in detail today. And we will focus separately on a very important point – how to fund a Turkish Steam account.
Steam is one of the largest digital game distribution platforms in the world, with over 30,000 games in its library. But did you know that Steam uses region-specific pricing for many of its games and in-game purchases? This means the prices you see on Steam can vary drastically depending on the country your account is based in. For those looking to save money on PC games, setting up a Steam account in Turkey can provide cheaper access to the Steam catalog.
In this guide, I’ll walk you through the steps to make a Steam account in Turkey in order to pay lower prices in line with the regional economy. With just a few simple setup tweaks, you can start purchasing games for your Turkish Steam wallet and library. Let’s get started!
Why Make a Steam Account in Turkey?
Before jumping into the account creation process let’s look at why basing your account in Turkey can be advantageous
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Cheaper games and DLC – The cost of new games and downloadable content in Turkey can be 40-70% cheaper than the US or EU prices. This adds up to huge savings, especially for prolific Steam gamers.
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Lower prices for in-game transactions – Many popular games feature in-game transactions for items, skins, etc. A Turkish Steam account can purchase credits and make these microtransactions for less.
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Discounted seasonal sales – Steam’s major seasonal sales will be even more deeply discounted when viewed from a Turkish account. Wishlisted games will be flagged at their regional pricing during these events.
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Access region-restricted games – A small number of games are restricted and unavailable for purchase in certain countries. A Turkish account provides access to the full Steam catalog.
Step-by-Step Guide to Creating a Steam Account in Turkey
Follow these steps to easily set up a brand new Steam account assigned to Turkey as its store country:
1. Get a VPN with Turkish Servers
To create a Turkish Steam account, you first need to connect to the internet from an IP address located in Turkey. The easiest way to do this is using a VPN (Virtual Private Network) service.
I recommend NordVPN, which offers high-speed servers in Turkey. Their VPN app makes it easy to select a Turkish server and encrypt your internet traffic through it. This will make it appear to Steam like you are accessing the internet from inside Turkey.
2. Connect Through a Turkey VPN Server
Once signed up for NordVPN, install their app on your PC or mobile device. Log into the app, browse the server list, and select a server located in Turkey. Connect to the VPN and you’re all set!
3. Visit Steam and Set Up Your New Account
Now browse to the Steam website. Click “Install Steam” in the top-right corner. This will walk you through downloading Steam and creating a new account.
Enter your info as normal. No special steps here. Steam will automatically detect your Turkish IP and assign your new account to the Turkish store region.
4. Confirm the Store Region Change
Once your account is created, visit the Steam store. Mouse over your username in the top-right and select “Account Details”. Then choose “Store & Purchase History” from the menu.
This will show your current Steam store region – it should now say “Turkey”! You can also view prices in Turkish Lira rather than US dollars.
5. Start Shopping and Playing!
Now you have a fully working Steam account set up in the Turkish store region. You can browse and shop like normal. Just keep your Turkey VPN connection active whenever buying games, keys, or making in-game purchases.
Be sure to turn on price notifications for wishlisted games. This way Steam will email you when there’s a sale based on the cheaper Turkish pricing.
Tips for Managing Your Turkish Steam Account
Here are some tips to help you get the most out of your new Turkish Steam account:
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Keep your VPN active whenever you access Steam to avoid region switching. NordVPN makes this easy with their auto-connect feature.
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Consider adding funds to your Steam Wallet while in Turkey to lock in the exchanged currency rate.
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Use a valid Turkish payment method (credit card, PayPal, etc) for hassle-free purchases.
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Not all games allow gifting across regions. So be aware when sending gifts to friends.
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Remember to logout of your Turkish account if accessing Steam from a public internet connection.
Is a Turkish Steam Account Against the Rules?
Rest assured, there is nothing shady about setting up a legitimate Steam account to pay lower prices in Turkey. Valve designed Steam to adjust costs based on local economies, and expects users to browse for deals.
The Steam subscriber agreement only prohibits using VPNs to evade restrictions or purchase region-locked content you shouldn’t have access to. As long as you stick to games available in all regions, you are in the clear to shop between countries.
Millions of savvy Steam gamers save money every day by buying in cheaper regions. So go ahead and put your Turkish Steam account to good use! With the potential savings of hundreds of dollars per year, it’s a quick trick worth learning.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are answers to some common questions about creating and using a Steam account in Turkey:
Is this bannable by Steam?
No, Steam expressly allows and expects users to access their service from different countries. There is no prohibition on setting up accounts as a Turkish user.
Do I need to provide a Turkish payment method?
No, you can use payment methods from other countries. But Turkish options like Papara may make checkout faster.
Can I switch my current account to Turkey?
Unfortunately no. Steam requires you to create a new account assigned to Turkey. But you can merge libraries between accounts.
What are the languages and censorship rules for the Turkish store?
Games sold in Turkey are fully uncensored and offer English/multilanguage support like other regions.
Can I gift games from my Turkish account to friends?
Yes, but be aware of occasional region restrictions on gifting certain titles.
Is this trick legal according to Turkish law?
There are no laws against foreign Steam users buying games from Turkey. Digital goods are not imported/exported so region shopping is perfectly legal.
Will my ping be worse on Turkish servers?
No, connecting via a Turkey VPN only impacts your store region, not multiplayer latency. Ping depends only on your real physical location.
How to create a Turkish Steam account?
You will need a VPN that allows you to choose the server country (you need a Turkish server). It is also recommended to attach a virtual number to the account to increase reliability and unlock some network features. To create a Turkish Steam account, do the following:
- Go to https://store.steampowered.com/join using a Turkish VPN. Your country should automatically be detected as Turkey. Or you can perform a standard installation by first downloading the service app and starting registration from it (also with VPN enabled and set to a Turkish server). If one of the methods does not give the desired result, try the other;
- Enter your email address and complete the robot verification. If everything goes well, Steam will send you a confirmation email. You need to open the link from this email without disconnecting from the VPN;
- If you get errors instead of an email, try registering from another device, browser, or VPN. Ive had more success registering accounts via a mobile browser – try it too;
- After logging into your account, make sure the store currency has changed. If you see prices in Turkish lira (TL), your efforts have succeeded;
- Attach a Turkish virtual number to your account. It is recommended to use a virtual number (heres why, and there are detailed instructions).
Now you can start adding payment cards and buying games (funding Turkish Steam is described in the last section of the article).
How to change the Steam account region to Turkey?
If you plan to use Steam Turkey from the same device as the Russian account, it makes sense to transfer the account from one region (Russia) to another (Turkey). First, make sure you have a reliable Turkish VPN and local payment method (e.g. a virtual card for Turkey).
You can make the transition as follows:
- Activate the Turkish VPN;
- Open the Steam app;
- Go to the profile icon in the upper right corner and select “About Account”;
- Scroll through the settings list to the “Account Security” section and select “Log out on all devices” if available. Otherwise, this means your Steam account has not logged into other devices, and you can skip this step;
- Return to the store by selecting “Store”;
- Add any game to your cart and go to it (by the way, youll be glad to know that using Turkish Steam is very profitable – game prices here are among the lowest);
- In the top of the cart you will find the “Country” section. In the drop-down menu, select “Turkey” and confirm your choice in the popup window;
- Select payment via “Credit Card” and enter the details of a Turkish bank card;
- Confirm your selected payment method.
Now your region in your Steam account has been changed to Turkey. All previously purchased games are saved, and you can download them again at any convenient time.