How to download Steam and install it on Windows
If you know how to download Steam on Windows, you can do more on your computer than just surf the web and watch videos. It will unlock the full potential of your PC.
Steam is home to the best PC games (opens in new tab)and even if you don’t have one of the best gaming PCs, you’re guaranteed to find a ton of titles that still run great and provide hours of fun on this PC gaming platform.
In fact, one of the biggest obstacles for people who want to play games on their PC is that they think it’s not powerful enough. But you don’t have to have the latest graphics card or even a powerful processor to play many titles. In addition, Steam offers a number of games that don’t cost a penny. We’ve covered choosing from these in our guide to the top 10 free Steam games (opens in new tab).
So if you’re ready to join the wonderful world of PC gaming, here’s how to download Steam on Windows.
How to Download and Install Steam on Windows
Note: Steps 1 to 3 are the same on Mac!
1. Go to Steam download page (opens in new tab)then Click INSTALL STEAM.
2. Choose where you want to save the Steam setup filethen Click on “Save when you’re done
3. Navigate to the location where you just saved the Steam setup filethen Double-click the file to open it and start the installation process.
4. The Steam setup program will now open. You will be prompted to do so Choose your preferred languageand also to Choose the location where you want to install Steam. After making this selection, Click Install on the last page to install Steam.
5. Once the installation is complete, Click Finish and Steam will open to make sure the box next to Run Steam is checked. you could too Delete the Steam setup file now if you want as it is no longer needed.
6. You need a Steam account to log into Steam and start downloading games. Click CREATE NEW ACCOUNT if you are a new user, or Click LOG INTO AN EXISTING ACCOUNT ONCE if you already have one
You should now be ready to go. Browse the Steam Store tab to see what games are available.
Now you know how to download Steam on Windows. You might want to check out our recommendations for the best PC game controllers or best gaming keyboard. And if you’re really committed to the cause, check out our guide to building a gaming PC for beginners.
Just got a Steam Deck and wondering how to use it? We’ve got you well and truly covered. Start by reading the basics, e.g. B. How to enable desktop mode on Steam Deck, how to take screenshots on Steam Deck and how to format an SD card on Steam Deck. Once you’ve mastered these and become a little more confident with your deck, check out the power user guides, e.g. B. How to enable performance overlay on Steam Deck, how to customize controller layout on Steam Deck and how to change keyboard theme on Steam Deck.