Steam is a gaming platform that allows you to buy and play games on your PC. Using a Steam link and a Chromecast device, you can use your PC/laptop, Android, or iOS to extend your gaming experience to the TV.  With the help of the Cast function on Google Chrome, you can Chromecast Steam games from your PC to your TV. Android and iOS users can download the Google Home App and the Steam app + Chromecast Streamer app respectively to Chromecast Steam Link to TV. In this article, learn how to Chromecast steam link to your TV using Steam link supported devices connected to your home network  

Using a Chromecast device to play PC games on your TV is quick and simple. You can also use the Chromecast device to surf the web and access streaming platforms on your TV.

1 What do I need to Chromecast Steam Link to TV?1.1 Other Steam link Supported Devices2 How to Chromecast Steam Link to Your TV2.1 Step 1: Attach the Chromecast Device to your TV2.2 Step 2: Set up Chromecast with Steam Link Supported Devices on your TV2.2.1 Desktop/Laptop2.2.2 Android2.2.3 iOS3 Conclusion

Before you can successfully stream PC games to TV via Chromecast, make sure that your PC and TV setup meet these requirements: PC or Laptop

Operating System: Windows 7 or higher, MacOS X 10.10 (Yosemite) or higher, Linux Ubuntu 12.04 or higher, SteamOS Installed with Steam

TV

Has HDMI input for Chromecast device Has a resolution of at least 720p

Note: Samsung Smart TVs released after 2016 have built-in Steam link functionality. You can download the Steam app from the Samsung Smart Hub to play directly on your TV. The Smart Hub does not support as many native apps as other smart TVs, so we have an article on how to get the Peloton app on your Samsung Smart TV, which will also work for other apps. Lastly, make sure that the host computer and your TV are connected to the same home network.  To get the best connection, your WiFI frequency should be at least 5GHz. Wired LAN connections are also a good option. If you do not have a wired LAN, then we have a guide on How to Connect a Smart TV to a Mobile Phone Hotspot.

Aside from setting up your host PC and TV, you can also use Steam Link supported devices to Screencast Steam games to your TV.

Android: Use any mobile device (phone or tablet) to screencast to your TV using the Google Home App from the Google Play Store. iOS: Use an iPhone or iPad to screencast to your TV using the Steam Link app from the Apple Store.

 

Before you can use Chromecast to play Steam games on your TV, you will have to attach and set up the Chromecast device. The next step will depend on the device you want to cast from: either your PC (desktop/laptop) or mobile device (Android or iOS).  

Step 1: Attach the Chromecast Device to your TV

Here’s how to setup your Chromecast device to your main TV: After setting up your TV with Chromecast, you can move onto the next accessing the Steam link on supported devices.  

Desktop/Laptop

The best way to use your Chromecast device is through the Cast function on Google Chrome. The Cast function on Google Chrome is applicable for Windows, Linux, and MacOS users.  The function will mirror your computer screen to the Chromecast device. If you don’t have the Google Chrome browser on your desktop or PC, make sure to download the latest version. The Cast function is only available on Google Chrome version 72 or higher, so update your browser if needed.

Android

You can also use the Google Home app on Android devices to Chromecast Steam link to your TV:

iOS

Steam Mobile app is compatible with iPhone and iPad:

Conclusion

Using the Chromecast device is the easiest way to connect your game controller and TV to the Steam Link:

For PC: Use Cast function on Google Chrome For Android: Use the Google Home App For iOS: Use the Steam Mobile and Chromecast Streamer app

Happy gaming!