Do you want to get a Steam link on your LG Smart TV? If your answer is YES then you have come to the right place.
There are tons of people — who own LG webOS Smart TVs — who are struggling to get Steam Link because it is not present on the Content Store.
If that’s the case then don’t worry, we have got you a solution. There is a game Streaming app that will help you stream your favourite titles and play your favourite games on LG Smart TV without any hassle.
The best thing about the Streaming app is it can be used on smart devices like Apple TV, Android TV, and Samsung Smart TV. Since this application is yet to be released for LG Smart TV, you might be wondering how to get Steam Link on it.
If that’s the problem then don’t worry, we have written a guide explaining multiple methods to get a Steam link on your LG Smart TV.
Without any further ado, let’s get started:
What Is Steam Link?
Steam Link is an online digital platform, that is free to install and use. It is readily available on Windows, Mac, iPad, Apple iPhone, Apple TV, Android phones, TVs, Tablets, etc. The gaming application lets you stream high-end PC games.
But to get Steam Remote Play working on your LG TV there are two ways. It is casting and screen mirroring. But for this, your LG Smart TV, Android Phone and PC must be connected to the same WiFi network.
How To Stream Steam Link On LG Smart TV?
Here are some basic requirements that you need to meet:
- You should have an Android or iPhone.
- Install the Steam Link app on Windows or Mac.
- Connect your PC, Android, or iOS device and LG TV to the same WiFi network.
- Pair the Steam Link mobile app with your PC.
How To Setup Steam Link On Mobile & PC
- Download Steam app
- Install it on your Windows or Mac.
- Get the Steam Link app from PlayStore or App Store
- Connect your Android/ iOS device & and Windows PC to the same network.
- Run the Steam app on your PC
- Sign into your account.
- Go to Settings
- Tap on Remote Play
- Enable the Remote Play feature
Open the Steam Link App On Your Android/ iOS
- Pair with the gaming controller.
- Select your Windows PC’s name
- It will display a PIN on your phone.
- Enter the PIN on your PC
- To pair the Steam Mobile app to your PC.
- The Steam Link will be configured on both devices.
How To Stream Steam Link On LG Smart TV
There are two methods to Stream Steam Link on LG TV
- Cast Steam Link from Android
- Screen Mirror Steam Link using iPhone
How To Cast Steam Link To LG TV From Android
- Turn on your LG Smart TV
- See that the LG TV is connected to the same network as the PC and Android smartphone.
- Launch the Steam Link app on an Android phone.
- Go to the Notification on Android device
- Tap on the Cast Icon
- A list of nearby devices will appear on display.
- Tap on the LG Smart TV name.
- Accept screen mirroring requests on LG Smart TV.
- Go to the Steam Link app on your device
- Play any game you want to
- It will stream on the LG TV.
How To Cast Steam Link To LG TV From iOS Devices
- Enable AirPlay on LG TV.
- Screen mirror Steam Link app to your TV.
- Go to Home Dashboard
- Tap on Apple AirPlay and HomeKit Settings
- Click on AirPlay and turn it on.
- Do connect iOS, LG TV, and PC to the same network.
- Swipe down the Control Center
- Tap on the Screen Mirroring icon.
- From the scanned devices list
- Tap on the LG TV name.
- An AirPlay Passcode will appear on the screen.
- Enter it on your iOS device.
- Your iOS device’s screen will mirror your LG TV display.
- Launch the Steam Link app
- Stream the gameplay on your TV.
How To Play Steam Link On LG TV Via Fire TV?
- Set your LG TV with the Fire TV using HDMI cable.
- Go to Fire TV Main menu
- Prompt to the Find menu.
- Search for the Steam Link app
- Tap to install the official app
- Once it’s installed
- Sign in using the credentials.
- Now start playing Steam link games on an LG TV connected to a Firestick device.
Steam Link is an online gaming app that may support many more streaming devices. But following the above steps you can easily play games on LG Smart TV. We do hope you have found the article helpful.