How to Let a Friend Control Your Steam Game: A Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to allow a friend to control your Steam game with easy steps using Remote Play Together.

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To let your friend control your Steam game, first, open the Steam Overlay in-game by pressing Shift+Tab. Then, find your friend in the friend's list, click the arrow next to their name, and select 'Remote Play Together.' They will receive an invite to join your game. Once accepted, you can enable 'Remote Control' from the Steam Overlay settings, allowing them to take control.**

FAQs & Answers

  1. What is Steam Remote Play Together? Steam Remote Play Together is a feature that allows you to play local multiplayer games online with friends, letting them join your game remotely as if they were sitting next to you.
  2. How do I enable Remote Control in Steam? To enable Remote Control in Steam, open the Steam Overlay by pressing Shift+Tab during your game, select your friend from the friend list, and then enable the 'Remote Control' option in the settings.
  3. Can my friend play without owning the game? Yes, your friend can play through Remote Play Together without owning the game, as you are the one hosting it.
  4. What games support Remote Play Together on Steam? Most local multiplayer games support Remote Play Together on Steam. You can check the game's store page for compatibility details.