How to Transfer Steam Games to Another Computer: A Step-by-Step Guide

Learn to easily move your Steam games to a new computer without re-downloading. Follow our simple backup and restore guide.

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Transfer your Steam games to another computer easily. First, back up game files: Go to Steam Library, right-click on the game, select ‘Properties,’ and choose ‘Local Files’ to back up. Copy these files to an external drive. On the new computer, install Steam and log in. Go to ‘Steam’ > ‘Backup and Restore Games’ and restore your files from the external drive. This way, you can seamlessly enjoy your games on a new system without re-downloading everything.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Can I transfer my Steam games to a new computer without re-downloading? Yes, you can transfer your Steam games to a new computer by backing up the game files to an external drive and restoring them on the new computer using Steam's Backup and Restore feature.
  2. What steps are required to back up Steam game files? To back up Steam game files, right-click the game in your Steam Library, select 'Properties', then go to 'Local Files' and choose to back it up to an external drive.
  3. Is there a limit to the number of games I can transfer at once? There is no specific limit to the number of games you can transfer at once, but it's best to manage the backup process for larger game libraries in smaller batches.
  4. Do I need to install Steam on the new computer before transferring games? Yes, you must install Steam and log in to your account on the new computer before using the Backup and Restore feature to transfer your games.