Both devices must be connected to the same local network for the streaming link to function, which should happen by default in most homes. If you want to run Steam Link on your Apple device, you'll require an iPhone ($222.95 at Amazon) (Opens in a new window) or iPad ($499.00 at Amazon) (Opens in a new window) running iOS 10 or higher and a PC running Steam. That is possible on Steam Link for Android. The most surprising thing is that it took so long to achieve.Īt the time, Phil Schiller, Apple's SVP of worldwide marketing, explained that, 'Unfortunately, the review team found that Valve's Steam iOS app, as currently submitted, violates a number of guidelines around user generated content, in-app purchases, content codes, etc.' It's unclear exactly what had to change, but one big hint is the inability to purchase a Steam game through Steam Link on iOS. One year on, though, and Steam Link is finally available on Apple's platforms.Īs 9To5Mac reports (Opens in a new window), Apple and Valve agreed to work together last year to solve the guideline violations and bring the Steam Link experience to iOS and Apple TV (Opens in a new window). The problem was, Apple rejected the app for iOS and Apple TV ($181.00 at Walmart) (Opens in a new window) due to mulitple guideline violations. Valve wants gamers to have the ability to stream their library of Steam games to mobile devices, so last year it launched a free Steam Link app. How to Set Up Two-Factor Authentication.How to Record the Screen on Your Windows PC or Mac.

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