Steam is a powerful platform for both Windows and Mac computers that allows you to seamlessly access hundreds of thousands of games! Think of it like the Amazon of games.
It is completely free, and you only pay for the games you wish to play.
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- How to setup Steam
- How to make an account
- How to buy a game
- How to install and launch games in Steam
How to setup Steam
Go to: https://store.steampowered.com
There’s a lot of information! But go directly to the top right and click the green “Install steam” button.
Click the big blue “INSTALL STEAM” Button
Click on your browser’s “download section” to open the installer
Go through the installation process, there will be an update process after installing. Be patient and let it complete!
How to make an account
Open Steam by clicking on a desktop Icon, or by searching in the Windows search bar
Click “create an account”
Fill in the information
You will need to verify the email you provided. Go to your email and click the verify email button
Once your email is verified, if you are not signed in, you can easily sign in by access steam from your computer’s search bar.
How to buy a game
Open Steam by clicking on a desktop Icon, or by searching in the Windows search bar
Go to the “Store” tab
Search for the game title
Click “Add to Cart”
Click “Check out”
Add your payment information and complete check out
Click “Install Game” now if you wish to install it immediately.
How to install and launch games in Steam
If you had not installed it, find the game in your library tab
Click “Install”
Click “Next”
After installing, the “Install” button will now be replaced with a “Play” button. Tap it to play!
For future play sessions, Steam can be easily accessed by RIGHT CLICKING on the small icon on the bottom right of your screen
Your frequently played games can be accessed by simply clicking. If you don’t see it, go to the library
Find the relevant game
Click “Play”