Can You Run Two Games on Steam Simultaneously?

Discover if you can play two games at once on Steam and how to use Steam Family Sharing for multiple accounts.

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No, you cannot simultaneously run two games on Steam from the same account. Steam’s policy only allows one game to be active per account at a time. However, you can use Steam Family Sharing to play another game on a different account, but it requires a separate library.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Can I use Steam Family Sharing to play different games? Yes, with Steam Family Sharing, you can play different games on separate accounts.
  2. What happens if I try to run two games on Steam? If you attempt to run two games simultaneously on Steam, the second game will not launch as only one game can be active per account.
  3. How does Steam Family Sharing work? Steam Family Sharing allows you to share your library with up to five accounts, enabling others to play your games on their devices.
  4. Are there any limitations to Steam Family Sharing? Yes, shared games cannot be played simultaneously by different users, and some games may not be available for sharing due to restrictions.

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