Is Steam Link only for Steam games?

Hidden in plain sight, Steam has a feature that enables us to launch non-Steam games without opening a plethora of launchers, and best of all, these games may also work with Steam Link on your mobile device, Chromebook, laptop or even a Raspberry Pi.

What can I use Steam Link for?

Steam Link is an app (available on Windows, iOS and Android) developed by Steam that allows users to stream Steam games from their personal PC onto another device, such as a mobile phone or tablet. You can use this app with a wireless connection to your PC. This can be done using a local network or over the internet.

Does Steam Link work everywhere?

Just like Remote Play Anywhere - all the person joining the game needs is a device, the Steam Link App, and an internet connection - not even a Steam account is required. That means I can join from my PC, phone, or tablet, at home or on the go.

Can you Steam remote play any game?

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.

What is the difference between Steam Link and Steam?

Now, is there any reason at all to use Steam Link instead of Steam In-Home-Streaming? Actually, yes. One of the main differences is that Steam Link connects to the whole Steam client over the network, not just the game that's currently running.

How to Play Non Steam Games on the Steam Link

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.

Did Steam stop selling Steam Link?

Well it was discontinued because it had no purpose since steam link was released digitally on smart tv, phones and pc.

How do I add non Steam games to Steam Remote Play?

What games are Steam Remote Play compatible?

Does your friend need the game for Remote Play on Steam?

The bonus is that only one person needs to own the game. That player hosts the game and streams the data via Steam to their friend and then they can play like they were in the same room. The other person now doesn't need a Steam account and doesn't necessarily need to be playing on PC either.

Can you wake your PC with Steam Link?

In the Power Management tab, check Allow this device to wake the computer and related checkboxes.

Can you use an Xbox controller on Steam Link?

Valve has made it clear that the Steam Link works natively with the following devices: the Steam Controller, the Xbox One or 360 Wired Controller, Xbox 360 Wireless Controller for Windows, Logitech Wireless Gamepad F710, or keyboard and mouse.

Can I stream Steam to my TV?

With a PC running Steam, you can cast PC games to a Smart TV or any device using Apple TV or Android TV. Some Smart TV manufacturers like Sony and Samsung offer Steam Link among the apps. You can use Apple TV or Android TV boxes if your TV doesn't support Steam Link natively.

Is Steam Remote Play good yet?

Steam Remote Play blew my mind when I first tried it out. It lets you stream a game from a system running Steam to a compatible client (e.g., an iPhone/iPad, Apple TV, etc.). The inputs and outputs work seamlessly and you are able to fully experience the game without being confined to where your gaming PC is located.

Does Steam Remote Play work with single player games?

Steam Remote Play launched back in 2019, and it offers thousands of games with local multiplayer modes, shared screen, and split screen. It also supports passing the controls among players in some single player games.

How do I run a non Steam game from Steam?

Can I play Epic Games on Steam?

Many games are exclusive to the Epic Games Store, but you can still add them to your Steam library. Although we're talking about adding Epic games to your Steam library here, the same process works across all PC gaming platforms, including Ubisoft Connect, GOG, Origin, and more.

How do I install Steam games elsewhere?

Navigate to your Steam client 'Settings' menu. Select 'Steam Library Folders' from the 'Downloads' tab. From here, you can view your default installation path, as well as creating a new path by selecting '+' button. Once you have created the new path, all future installations can be installed there.

What internet speed do I need for Steam Link?

If you want to tune things exactly right for your setup, you can start at 3 Mbit/s and slowly increase the bandwidth until you start getting hitches and then drop it back down.

Is Steam Deck worth it?

The Steam Deck is an awesome device, but it won't be something for every gamer. But, as a PC gamer, or if you are willing to compromise for portability, this will be your favorite gaming device. It has easily eclipsed regular PC or console gaming for me and became my favorite device.

Does Steam Link work with PS4?

To pair the PS4 controller wirelessly with the Steam Link: Using another input device (wired mouse or controller), go to the Bluetooth settings. Simultaneously hold the PS and Share button on the PS4 controller until it enters pairing mode and starts flashing.

How safe is Steam Link?

Gamers have been warned to take care when accessing their libraries online following a huge rise in the number of phishing (opens in new tab) sites using the Steam platform as a lure.

Is Steam Link capped at 60 fps?

The Link capping at 60fps and getting only 40fps while streaming are two separate things. For the 40fps problem, what hardware do you have on the host PC and do you have hardware encoding enabled? As for the 60fps cap, no, there is no way to remove it from the Link's encoding or output.

How do I cast Steam Link to my TV?

What is the best way to stream PC to TV?