How does Steam Link work on iOS?

How do I stream Steam games to iOS?

Launch the Steam Link App

You can tap to select the computer and controller you'd like to play with. If you are happy with the selection, tap the play button. The first time you do this, you'll have to enter a pin on the host to pair the two devices. With that done, you should see Steam appear on your iPad screen.

What is Steam Link iOS?

Description. The Steam Link app allows you to play your Steam games across all your computers. Just pair an MFI or Steam controller to your Mac, connect to a computer running Steam on the same local network, and start playing your existing Steam games. Requirements: * Apple Mac running macOS 10.13 or higher.

Can I use Steam Link to play games on my phone?

The Steam Link app on Android extends Steam Link functionality to many Android phones, tablets, and TVs, running Android 5.0 and newer. Just head to the Play Store to download the free app; android users without access to Google Play can download the lastest version here.

Why was Steam Link discontinued?

Valve's reasoning for discontinuing the dongle is sound — its 1080p ceiling would have eventually rendered it obsolete, and the software version can be used on non-HDMI devices.

First Look: Steam Link App on iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV

How does Steam Link work on phone?

Is Steam Link on iPhone good?

Verdict. The Steam Link app provides a simple and straightforward experience for anyone hoping to play their Steam games from somewhere other than their computer desk. The setup was surprisingly easy; considerably easier than the setup process for the physical Steam Link box ever was.

How do I setup a Steam Link on iOS?

Setup process

Start by installing Steam Link on your iOS device. Once Steam Link has found nearby computers, select your personal device. With your computer and iOS device on the same local network, and a controller paired to your phone or tablet, open the Steam Link app.

What is the point of Steam Link app?

Stream with friends

Using Remote Play Together, you'll stream video, audio, and voice between players while using your own controllers. You can even share the keyboard and mouse. And while you're playing, all your voice chat and game volume options are available in one place.

How do I stream PC games on iOS?

Use your touchscreen or an iOS-compatible gamepad to play your PC games on your iOS device. If you have an NVIDIA GPU in your gaming PC, you can install NVIDIA GeForce Experience (GFE) on your compatible PC, enable GameStream in GFE's SHIELD settings page, and you're ready to stream.

How safe is Steam Link?

It is perfectly safe, this is why Steam created this API at all. All you share is your Steam ID, and that is public already.

Is moonlight better than Steam Link?

One thing to note about Moonlight versus GameStream or Steam Link is that it gives you far more options to fine-tune your connection quality and speed. You can set exactly how much bandwidth you want the app to aim to use while streaming gameplay, prioritize quality over frame rate, and other options.

What is the difference between Steam Deck and phone Steam Link?

The Steam Deck is a truly portable device on which gamers can play their favorite games on the go. Steam Link, however, requires the PC and the mobile to be connected to the same network. The Steam Deck can be connected to an external display to play games, whereas Steam Link can only stream from a PC to a mobile.

Can you use Steam Link away from home?

To access and use Remote Play Anywhere, you need a Steam account on your primary computer. You'll also need the free 21.5 MB Steam Link app on any mobile devices that you want to connect to your account.

Does Steam Link use wifi or bluetooth?

Steam Link is listed as having the following technical specifications: Wired 100 Mbit/s Fast Ethernet and Wireless 802.11ac 2×2 (MIMO) 3× USB 2.0 ports. Bluetooth 4.0.

How do I set up Steam Link on my phone?

How much does Steam Deck mobile cost?

Stream Deck Mobile is available monthly for $2.99 or 12 months for $25. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account after the free trial period.

Can I use my phone as a hotspot for my Steam Deck?

🌈Did you know: When you're on the road with Steam Deck and don't have access to internet, if your phone has mobile hotspot / tether capabilities, connecting your Steam Deck to your phone is a good way to quickly grab saves off the cloud.

Is Steam Link better than Steam Deck?

The Steam Deck is a truly portable device on which gamers can play their favorite games on the go. Steam Link, however, requires the PC and the mobile to be connected to the same network. The Steam Deck can be connected to an external display to play games, whereas Steam Link can only stream from a PC to a mobile.

Does Steam Link play all games?

All Steam games can be played streaming between your own computers. If a game supports Remote Play Together or has been identified as a good game for streaming to devices using the Steam Link app, that will be listed on the game's Steam store page, in the game details on the right side of the page.

Does Steam Link work for all games?

Virtually every game that your computer runs can be streamed with the Steam Link. A computer running Steam, Windows 7 or newer, Mac OS X 10.10 (Yosemite) or newer, SteamOS, or Linux Ubuntu 12.04 or newer.

What is a good alternative to Steam Link?

What's the best Steam Link alternative? As luck would have it, the NVIDIA SHIELD Android TV device has a nearly-identical service in play. Users need only own an NVIDIA SHIELD Android TV device and a PC with an NVIDIA GeForce GPU inside.

What is the limit for Steam Link?

Steam Link streaming is capped at 100Mbps. You can find the bandwidth limit in the steam link app settings.

Can you use Steam Link for YouTube?

Log in to your Steam account through the Steam application or Steam webpage on a computer. Click on your Steam Community persona/profile name at the top of the window. Select "Videos" from the list on the right side of the Activity page. Click the "Link YouTube account" button in the upper right.