How to Add a Non-Steam Game to Your Steam Library Easily

Learn how to add a game downloaded outside Steam to your Steam library for convenient access with this simple step-by-step guide.

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First, install the downloaded game on your computer. Open Steam, go to 'Games' in the top menu, and select 'Add a Non-Steam Game to My Library'. A new window will pop up; browse through the list to find your game or use 'Browse' to locate the executable file (.exe). Check the box next to the game and click 'Add Selected Programs'. Your game should now appear in your Steam library for easy access.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Can I add any game to Steam if it was downloaded elsewhere? Yes, you can add most PC games downloaded outside of Steam as a non-Steam game by adding the game's executable file to your Steam library. However, some games with DRM or online integration may not launch properly through Steam.
  2. Will adding a non-Steam game to Steam allow Steam features like achievements? No, adding a non-Steam game to your Steam library only lets you launch it through Steam. It does not enable Steam-specific features like achievements or cloud saves unless the game is officially supported on Steam.
  3. Does adding a non-Steam game use any extra space on my computer? No, adding a non-Steam game to your Steam library does not duplicate or move the game files; it simply creates a shortcut to launch the game from Steam.

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