How to Transfer Steam Games Locally Between Computers
Learn the simple steps to transfer Steam games locally without redownloading. Copy and move the steamapps folder for easy game migration.
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To transfer Steam games locally, start by navigating to your Steam installation folder (typically `C:\Program Files\Steam`). Copy the entire `steamapps` folder which contains game data, to an external storage device. On the target computer, install Steam and paste the `steamapps` folder into the Steam installation directory. Launch Steam, and it should recognize the games. If a game doesn't appear, click 'Install' on its Steam store page, and Steam will verify the existing files, avoiding a full download.
FAQs & Answers
- Can I transfer Steam games to another computer without reinstalling? Yes, by copying the 'steamapps' folder from the Steam installation directory to the target computer's Steam folder, you can transfer games without reinstalling.
- What is the 'steamapps' folder used for? The 'steamapps' folder contains all the game data and files for your installed Steam games, making it essential for transferring games locally.
- What if my transferred Steam games don’t show up in my library? If a game doesn’t appear after transferring, click 'Install' on its Steam store page. Steam will verify existing files, avoiding a full download.
- Do I need to install Steam on both computers before transferring games? Yes, Steam must be installed on both computers to recognize and manage the game files after transfer.