
We have clear guidelines that all developers must follow in order to ensure the App Store is a safe place for all users and a fair opportunity for all developers.Sincerely, PhilĬould this mean that Steam Link might still come to the Apple TV in the future? It's possible, though Valve would need to reengineer some of its in-app purchase features and user-generated content features. We've discussed these issues with Valve and will continue to work with them to help bring the Steam experience to iOS and AppleTV in a way that complies with the store's guidelines.We put great effort into creating an App Store that provides the very best experience for everyone. We would love for Valve's games and services to be on iOS and AppleTV.Unfortunately, the review team found that Valve's Steam iOS app, as currently submitted, violates a number of guidelines around user-generated content, in-app purchases, content codes, etc. We care deeply about bringing great games to all of our users on the App Store. Those hurdles cut out a considerable portion of Steam users, who had to either continue using their Steam Link box (which was discontinued in November 2018) to stream to a non-mobile screen, or to simply not have the ability to stream at all.Thank you for your email and being a customer of Apple products and the App Store. RELATED: Steam Has Reached 1 Billion UsersĪlthough mobile Steam Link support launched last year, there were certain “business conflicts” that prevented Apple devices from being supported, according to Valve.


Additionally, the Steam Link is compatible with MFI controllers, as well as Valve’s Steam Controller. In order to connect, users need to utilize a 5Ghz network or be connected via a wired ethernet connection. Valve is helping to reduce the clutter on gamers’ desks by removing the need for the Steam Link box as the way to stream games on screens not directly connected to a PC.Īnnounced last week, the Valve Steam Link app is now available on Apple iOS devices, granting Steam users the ability to stream their game libraries directly to their Apple TV, iPhone, and iPad.
