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Steam Link

No longer tethered. This app turns your iOS device into a portal for your existing PC game library.

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Key Figures

Downloads

5M+

User Rating

3.3/5

Total Ratings

12.0K

Publisher

Valve Corporation

An analysis of key features enabling high-fidelity PC game streaming on iOS devices.

Steam Link: Bridging Desktop Gaming to Mobile

Extended PC Gaming Accessibility

The app provides the capability to stream a user's entire desktop PC game library directly to their iPhone or iPad, transforming mobile devices into portable extensions of their high-fidelity gaming setup within the home network.

Seamless Local Network Integration

This tool features robust integration with the user's local network, enabling low-latency, high-quality streaming of PC games from their computer to their iOS device for a responsive gaming experience.

Comprehensive Controller Compatibility

It allows users to pair MFI and Steam Controllers directly with their iOS device, ensuring traditional and precise control inputs essential for a true PC gaming experience on a mobile screen.

Optimized Performance Guidance

The app provides clear recommendations for network configuration, such as using Ethernet for the host PC and a 5GHz Wi-Fi band for the iOS device, to maximize streaming quality and minimize input lag.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Steam Link

What is the Steam Link app?

The Steam Link app streams desktop Steam games to an iPhone or iPad. It requires a computer running Steam and an iOS device on the same local network.

Can I play my PC Steam games on my iPhone with Steam Link?

Yes, the Steam Link app allows users to play their existing PC Steam games on an iPhone or iPad by streaming them from a computer running Steam.

What are the requirements to use the Steam Link app on iOS?

To use the Steam Link app, an iPhone or iPad with iOS 11.0 or higher is needed. A computer running Steam (Windows, Mac, or Linux) and a shared local network are also required.

Does the Steam Link app support game controllers?

Yes, the Steam Link app supports MFI or Steam controllers. Users must pair a compatible controller to their iOS device to play games.

How do I connect the Steam Link app to my computer?

Users connect the Steam Link app by ensuring their iOS device and computer running Steam are on the same local network. The app then scans for available computers.

How can I get the best performance from Steam Link?

For optimal Steam Link performance, connect your computer via Ethernet to a 5GHz WiFi router. Your iOS device should also connect to the 5GHz band within reasonable router range.

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Description

The Steam Link app brings desktop gaming to your iPhone or iPad. Just pair an MFI or Steam controller to your device, connect to a computer running Steam on the same local network, and start playing your existing Steam games. Requirements: * iPhone or iPad using iOS 11.0 or higher * Computer running Steam - Windows, Mac, or Linux * iOS device must be on the same local network as the computer running Steam For best performance: * Connect your computer using Ethernet to your 5Ghz WiFi router * Connect your iOS device to the 5GHz band of your WiFi network * Keep your iOS device within a reasonable range of your router