If you are a gamer, especially if you are a PC gamer, you will surely know Steam, the platform for playing video games published by any type of developer. Know that Steam Link also exists, we will explain what it is and how it works
If you really like playing PC games, you will surely know that Steam exists, one gaming platform suitable for all the most curious players who want to test multiple titles from different developers, whether they are large development houses or independent developers. Steam has become so popular and loved by users that it recently broke the record for connected users. Know, however, that it also exists Steam Link, an app available for both iOS and Android. We explain very briefly what it is and what you can do with it.
Things? | Steam Link: what is it and how does it work?
In simple terms, Steam Link is an app created specifically for those unpleasant situations in which we are forced to stay away from our PC and therefore unable to play on the Steam platform. With the app, we can indeed play remotely, whether on your smartphone, tablet or even smart TV. This app is very useful when you don’t have the convenience of playing with a desktop PC as you aren’t at home very often. This can be done simply thanks to a monitor placed in another room. With Steam Link, in practice, we can play on other platforms while our PC is turned on.
How it works | Steam Link: what is it and how does it work?
The first thing you need to do to use Steam Link is, of course, download the app. Once you’ve downloaded it, you just need to make sure that theSteam app is working properly on your PC. Once the app is running, simply pairing (i.e. pairing the devices) will be enough type the code that appeared on your PC on the device you want to connect. Steam Link, at this point, will suggest you scan the connection and any controller, to improve your gaming session as much as possible.
Advantages and disadvantages
As in all things, here too there are both positive and negative sides. Let’s say Steam Link It is easily connected to devices via Bluetooth and gives you the ability to play on the go with your mobile devices. The downside, however, is that unfortunately does not work with all devices and also has minor difficulties with some controllers. If you have any doubts about how to use Steam Link, you can also access the community by joining the group Steam Remote Playwhich you can access directly from the official page, to discuss this and more with other players, even to make friends.
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