Play your PCfrom anywhere

With Steam Link, launch games installed on your gaming PC from anywhere. As long as your PC is on and Steam is launched, you can start new games or jump back in from anywhere in the world.

Elden Ring Gameplay on Steam Link using Backbone One*

Get started with Steam Link

Connect a game controller

Plug your phone into the Backbone One or any other compatible game controller.

Open the Steam Link mobile app

Tap “Start Playing” and you’ll be launched into your Steam library. Note that your PC must be powered on and Steam launched.

Start playing

You’re now playing your PC from your mobile device with the attached controller.

Download the free Steam Link app to get started

Just a few taps are between you and having a gaming PC in your pocket.

What you'll need

Be sure to have the following items handy before getting started.

Compatible mobile device

Gaming PC with Steam installed

Backbone One controller

Internet connection

Steam Link app

Backbone app

How does Steam Link work?

Find answers to common questions below or head straight to Steam support to learn more.

Visit Steam Support

Do I need to own a gaming PC?

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Is my PC compatible?

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Can I play all my Steam games?

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Do I need to own Steam games to play them remotely?

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Do I have to be home to use Steam Link?

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What’s the difference between the Steam Deck and Steam Link?

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What people are saying

about the experience

"I really like using this, it is amazing. I can play Steam games and use the analog stick. A sure win!"

— Barbara in Midlothian

"It works perfectly with my iPhone XR, works with every Apple Arcade game, and most app store games, including Steam Link and Moonlight."

— Riley in USA

"Awesome little controller that turns my phone into a switch. Amazing for Apple Arcade as well as Steam Link, the buttons and sticks are extremely responsive for their small size."

— Justin in Golden

"I really like using this, it is amazing. I can play Steam games and use the analog stick. A sure win!"

— Barbara in Midlothian

"It works perfectly with my iPhone XR, works with every Apple Arcade game, and most app store games, including Steam Link and Moonlight."

— Riley in USA

"Awesome little controller that turns my phone into a switch. Amazing for Apple Arcade as well as Steam Link, the buttons and sticks are extremely responsive for their small size."

— Justin in Golden

"I really like using this, it is amazing. I can play Steam games and use the analog stick. A sure win!"

— Barbara in Midlothian

"It works perfectly with my iPhone XR, works with every Apple Arcade game, and most app store games, including Steam Link and Moonlight."

— Riley in USA

"Awesome little controller that turns my phone into a switch. Amazing for Apple Arcade as well as Steam Link, the buttons and sticks are extremely responsive for their small size."

— Justin in Golden

Elden Ring

Bandai Namco

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Backbone One

Mobile Controller

★★★★★

4.8 (16,661 reviews)

Backbone One iOS gaming controller angled 3/4s towards the screen without a mobile phone attached

iPhone 12 attached to Backbone One iOS gaming controller with Call of Duty: Mobile pictured in Backbone iOS app

Backbone One iOS gaming controller angled side-on towards the screen without a mobile phone attached

Backbone One

Mobile Controller

★★★★★

4.8 (16,661 reviews)

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