How to Copy a Steam Game from One Computer to Another Easily
Learn how to transfer your Steam games between computers by copying game files and letting Steam verify them for a quick install.
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Yes, you can copy a Steam game from one computer to another. To do this, navigate to the game's folder within the Steam directory (usually `C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common`). Copy the entire game folder to an external drive. On the new computer, paste the game folder into the same directory. Open Steam and start the game download; Steam will recognize the existing files and only download any missing data.
FAQs & Answers
- Can I transfer Steam games without re-downloading the entire game? Yes, by copying the game folder from the 'steamapps\common' directory to the new computer and then starting the download in Steam, the client will verify existing files and only download missing data.
- Where are Steam game files located on my computer? Steam games are usually stored in the 'C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common' folder by default.
- Do I need an external drive to copy Steam games between computers? An external drive or any transferable storage device is recommended to move the copied game folder between computers.
- Will copying Steam games affect my game saves or achievements? Game saves are often stored separately, sometimes in the 'Documents' folder or cloud-synced via Steam Cloud. Achievements sync automatically with your Steam account.