If you want to stream PC games to your NVIDIA Shield TV, NVIDIA recommends using Steam Link.
What Is Steam Link?
First, let’s clear up what we’re talking about when we refer to Steam Link.
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With that clarification out of the way, how does it all work?
Setup is straightforward, though you may encounter caveats once you venture to stream.
But more on that later.
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and then selectInstall > Open > Allow.
Now, Steam Link will search the PCs currently running Steam.
In most cases, your PC will be found automatically.
If not, you’ll have to manually add the PC (more on that in a moment).
Now, let’s bridge the connection between your gaming PC and the Shield TV.
Select a computer you want to steam from, then selectStart Playingto bridge another connection.
But what can you do if Steam Link fails to find your gaming PC on your home data pipe?
That’s an easy fix, so read below.
Fortunately, Steam Link also makes this process simple.
Now, click onSteam > parameters, and head toRemote Playon the left pane.
Enter the four-digital PIN and selectConfirmas we did in the previous example.
If successful, the Steam Link app will bridge a connection between the PC and your Shield TV.
So, we’ll need to pair a Bluetooth controller to your Shield TV.
you’re free to skip this step if you’ve done this in the past.
choose the controller, then chooseUnpair.
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Unfortunately, latency woes can occur for any number of reasons.
you’re free to do this within Steam Link itself.
Alternatively,switch your PC from 2.4GHz to 5GHz.
Return toSettings, then selectRemote Play.
Look for the sectionClient options streaming to this computerat the bottom of the page.
You will find three choices: Fast, Balanced, and Beautiful.
Still, it’s arguably the easiest solution for streaming your PC games to the Shield TV.
