How to Start Share Play on Steam: A Step-by-Step Guide

Learn to initiate Share Play on Steam effortlessly with our simple guide. Connect with friends and enjoy games together!

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To start Share Play on Steam, first, launch the game you want to share. Then, open the Steam Overlay by pressing Shift+Tab. In the Overlay, right-click your friend’s name from the friends list and select ‘Remote Play Together.’ This will send them an invitation to join your game session.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What is Share Play on Steam? Share Play on Steam allows users to invite friends to join their game session remotely, enabling them to play multiplayer games together, even if the invited friend does not own the game.
  2. How do I use the Steam Overlay? You can use the Steam Overlay by pressing Shift+Tab while in a game. This feature allows you to access your friends list, configure settings, and chat with friends while playing.
  3. Do both players need to own the game for Remote Play Together? No, only the host needs to own the game. Friends invited via Remote Play Together can join and play without purchasing the game themselves.
  4. Can I share any game using Share Play? Not all games support Remote Play Together. To check if a specific game supports this feature, look for the 'Remote Play Together' option in the game’s Steam store page.

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