Do you love playing PC games but hate being stuck at your desk? Do you wish you could enjoy your favorite titles on your couch, in bed, or even on the go? Well, you're in luck! In this blog post, I'll show you how to stream your PC games to your smartphone or tablet using some simple tools and apps. You'll be able to play any game you want, anywhere you want, with minimal lag and hassle. Let's get started!
Stream Your PC Games to Your Smartphone or Tablet
What You'll Need
Before we dive into the details, here's what you'll need to stream your PC games to your mobile device:
- A PC with a decent graphics card and a fast internet connection. You'll also need to install Steam on your PC and create a free account if you don't have one already.
- A smartphone or tablet that runs on Android or iOS. You'll also need to install the Steam Link app on your device and connect it to the same Wi-Fi network as your PC.
- A controller that works with your mobile device. You can use a Bluetooth controller, a USB controller with an adapter, or even the touch screen controls of the Steam Link app. However, some games may not support touch controls or may require a keyboard and mouse for optimal gameplay.
How to Set Up Steam Link
Once you have everything ready, here's how to set up Steam Link and start streaming your PC games to your mobile device:
- Launch Steam on your PC and log in to your account. Make sure Steam is in Big Picture mode by clicking on the icon in the top right corner of the screen.
- Launch the Steam Link app on your mobile device and tap on Start Playing. The app will scan for available PCs on the same network and display them on the screen. Tap on the name of your PC and enter the PIN code that appears on your PC screen.
- The app will test the network connection between your PC and your mobile device and show you the results. You can adjust the streaming quality settings by tapping on Settings and choosing from Fast, Balanced, or Beautiful modes. You can also enable or disable hardware encoding and decoding, which may improve performance depending on your devices.
- Once you're happy with the settings, tap on Start Playing again and you'll see your PC screen mirrored on your mobile device. You can use your controller or touch screen to navigate through Steam Big Picture mode and launch any game you want.
- Enjoy playing your PC games on your smartphone or tablet!
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Tips and Tricks
Here are some tips and tricks to make the most out of your streaming experience:
- Make sure both your PC and your mobile device are connected to a fast and stable Wi-Fi network. If possible, use a 5 GHz band instead of a 2.4 GHz band for better performance.
- Keep both devices close to each other and avoid any sources of interference such as microwaves, cordless phones, or other wireless devices.
- If you experience lag, stuttering, or pixelation, try lowering the streaming quality settings or disabling hardware encoding or decoding. You can also try closing any background programs or apps that may be using up bandwidth or resources on your PC or mobile device.
- If you want to play games that require a keyboard and mouse, you can use a Bluetooth keyboard and mouse with your mobile device or use an app like Remote Mouse that lets you use your mobile device as a wireless mouse and keyboard.
- If you want to play games that are not in your Steam library, you can add them as non-Steam games by clicking on Add a Game in the bottom left corner of Steam Big Picture mode and choosing Add a Non-Steam Game. You can then launch them from Steam Link as usual.
That's it! You've learned how to stream your PC games to your smartphone or tablet using Steam Link. Now you can enjoy playing any game you want, anywhere you want, with minimal lag and hassle. Have fun! And don't forget to share this blog post with your friends who might be interested in this awesome feature!
