by Key Takeaways
- All users may now easily record and share gameplay moments using Valve’s Steam Game Recording functionality.
- The tool’s two recording modes and adjustable marker system make it easier for players to use.
- In addition to enhancing overall Steam functioning, this update discontinues support for outdated operating systems.
Following a successful beta period, Valve’s Steam Game Recording feature is now accessible to all Steam users on PC, Mac, and Steam Deck.
Players now have an integrated tool in the Steam client to record, edit, and share gameplay experiences.
Steam Game Recording, made available via a recent client update, attempts to give users a more straightforward and adaptable way to record their in-game accomplishments, special moments, and highlights.
Players can quickly access important gameplay moments with the tool’s customizable marker system, which allows them to create unique marks on a recorded timeline. In order to automatically identify milestones like boss fights or achievements, game creators can also incorporate their own “game-added” markers.
This method is comparable to Xbox and PlayStation systems that automatically take screenshots in response to in-game achievements.
There are two recording modes available to players: on-demand and background. Everything is recorded in the background for later use by the background mode, which keeps recording until it hits a predetermined storage or time limit.
In the meantime, players can use a single keystroke (by default, Ctrl + F11) to start and stop recording in the on-demand mode. Recordings can be accessed in any mode via the Steam overlay, which allows users to rapidly examine footage and use simple editing tools to crop and trim segments as needed.
Any game that supports the Steam Overlay, including non-Steam titles, can be recorded with Steam Game Recording. By preventing unintentional desktop captures, the recordings only record the game window, protecting user privacy. Additionally, the gadget works with the Steam Deck.
In keeping with Valve’s previous announcements, this update also signals the end of support for older operating systems, including Windows 7, Windows 8, and select macOS versions.
The most recent client update from Valve brings enhancements to Big Picture mode, controller compatibility, and remote play capabilities in addition to the recording feature.
