Like most dedicated mobile apps, the Steam application for smart devices has evolved over several years. Rewinding all the way back to 2019, Valve at the time mapped out its plans for new improvements to its platform and experience on mobile devices. This goes on to include an entirely different client solely for Steam Chat & bring improved algorithms for users using the app.
At the same time, the firm shared it is exploring opportunity to improve SteamTV on the platform. But, that same year the firm pressed its video services will be severed from Steam altogether. While minor adjustments came since then, one of the largest projects concerning Steam does not involve Valve directly. Tesla founder Elon Musk pressed ambitions to integrate full library support for Tesla vehicles in the coming future.
This past week, Valve featured a new update to the Steam app which delivers new features to the platform. You can watch the rundown video below:
“We’ve completely revamped the Steam Mobile app – with a new framework, new design, and new features. You’ll still be able to browse the store, get Steam Guard codes, and confirm trades – with additions like QR code scanning for PC sign in, smarter notifications, customizable tabs, and a new Library view with remote downloads,” the post reads.
“Supported by work across the entire Steam platform to improve account security, including new sign in experiences on the web and in the Steam Client, the mobile app is the best way to keep your account secure with two-factor authentication.” One of the largest additions is remote download enabling users to install games without even accessing their computer directly from the mobile app.
Similarly, Microsoft has welcomed a similar overhaul to its Xbox app in the past. Ahead of the release for the Xbox Series X|S in 2020, features like remote download was added then which revolutionized how players pre-installed games for new releases on the horizon. You can read the full report by heading here.
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Source: Valve
