Steam Link finally arrives on iOS, almost a year after Android Eurogamer.net If you click on a link and make a purchase we may receive a small commission. Read our editorial policy. Steam Link finally arrives on iOS, almost a year after Android Apple Gabe in. News by Emma Kent Contributor Updated on 22 May 2019 12 comments Nearly a year after Apple rejected Valve's game streaming app, Steam Link has finally been approved for iOS and Apple TV - meaning you can now stream Skyrim straight from your Steam library to your iPhone. Howard 'bout that. The app, which connects your Steam PC library to other devices to allow you to play games remotely, has been available on Android since May last year - but Apple rejected it on the grounds of "business conflicts with app guidelines". Apple didn't clarify exactly what it meant, but it seems likely the company didn't want another app store (Steam) to be accessible to iOS users - despite the iOS version of Steam Link not allowing direct purchases from the Steam Store (thanks, The Verge). Earlier this week, however, the US Supreme Court passed a ruling saying Apple can be sued for monopolisation - and perhaps this decision swayed Apple to finally budge on the Steam Link issue (via GamesIndustry.biz). Playing Skyrim with touch controls is a bit of a nightmare - using a Steam controller or MFi controller is probably your best bet. If you're thinking of trying out Steam Link on your Apple device, there are a couple of caveats: according to the App Store listing (and unlike other versions of Steam Link), the iOS app can only connect via local network, which is particularly weird given Steam Link was recently expanded to allow connection to any PC via the internet. The most likely explanation is Valve simply hasn't gotten around to upgrading the iOS app yet, but perhaps keeping it LAN-only was an attempt to pacify Apple. Something to keep an eye on. Other than this, you'll need a 5GHz WiFi connection to your receiver device, and either a wired Ethernet connection or high-speed powerline adapters between the router and the host PC. That's according to Richard Leadbetter, who last year tested Steam Link on both iOS and Android and found the app to be "a welcome addition to Steam's functionality" - albeit with some slightly rough edges. Check that out for tips on how to get it all set up. Become a Eurogamer subscriber and get your first month for £1 Get your first month for £1 (normally £3.99) when you buy a Standard Eurogamer subscription. Enjoy ad-free browsing, merch discounts, our monthly letter from the editor, and show your support with a supporter-exclusive comment flair! Support us View supporter archive More News Splatoon 3 Amiibos will be out next month Ink-coming! 3 Fans think Phil Spencer's shelf is teasing the Xbox Game Pass streaming box UPDATE: Xbox confirms old Keystone prototype. 61 Modder dives into Demon's Souls files following PS5 jailbreak, discovers fabled Ring of the Chieftain Who knows what's nexus? 4 Google announces cloud gaming Chromebooks less than a fortnight after Stadia shutdown GeForce Now preinstalled. 11 Latest Articles Digital Foundry Sennheiser's legendary HD 599 open-back headphones are just £70 at Amazon in the Prime Early Access Sale Comfortable with neutral sound and a wide sound stage. Preview Football Manager's new Console edition is the best you'll get without a PC Getting Touch-right. 1 Splatoon 3 Amiibos will be out next month Ink-coming! 3 Fans think Phil Spencer's shelf is teasing the Xbox Game Pass streaming box UPDATE: Xbox confirms old Keystone prototype. 61 Supporters Only Premium only Off Topic: Take a minute to appreciate Cookin' with Coolio's incredible scallops recipe. What a great book. Premium only Off Topic: Reading City of Glass in comic form "Where exactly am I going?" Premium only Off Topic: Il Buco is a transporting film about a really big hole Underlands. Off-Topic Netflix handled Sandman brilliantly It was Dreamy. 9 Buy things with globes on them And other lovely Eurogamer merch in our official store! Explore our store