How to Connect Xbox to Steam: A Comprehensive Guide
Many gamers have been eagerly awaiting a seamless way to play Xbox games on their PC using Steam. Until now, users have been limited to using keyboard and mouse controls on Xbox Games Pass titles through a messy workaround. However, thanks to Steam’s new xcloud support, users can now officially play Xbox games on Steam without compromising on performance. In this article, we’ll explore the step-by-step process on How to Connect Xbox to Steam, addressing common questions and issues you might face.
What You’ll Need:
Before diving in, you’ll require the following:
• A Xbox One or Xbox Series console (support for Series S not guaranteed)
• A Steam account (registered via PC or mobile device)
• The latest xcloud player software on your Windows PC or device
• Xbox app installed on your Steam account
• The required game titles (both Steam and Xbox stores)
Getting Started
Step 1: Update and Register Your Steam Account
Begin by downloading and installing the Steam client on your Windows PC (https://store.steampowered.com/about/).
Table: Steam Client Update Checklist
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| Update | Installation Time |
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| **New xCloud support** | Estimated 10-15 minutes|
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1. <**Run the Steam installer >Download Now<**
Create a new Steam account by registering for a Steam account on their website [here](https://store.steampowered.com/account/).
**Step 2: Access XCloud and Install xCloud Player on Steam**
Launch **the Steam client** and click **XCloud** at the bottom menu.
Borrowed from **Play PC**
To make this work seamlessly on Windows 10, you will be temporarily switched to the Play PCexperience (Xbox Play PC > **Play PC).
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} **Step 3: Grant Permission to Your Steam Account**
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• Install the xCloud software via Steam’s Play Store **for 5 minutes.
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