Valve Launches Steam Link Beta for Apple Vision Pro

Valve has launched a beta version of its Steam Link app for the Apple Vision Pro, enabling users to wirelessly stream non-virtual reality games from their PCs or Macs to the mixed-reality headset. The release, announced on April 4, marks a significant expansion of gaming options on the $3,500 device, which launched last year with limited entertainment features.

The app, available through Apple's TestFlight program, allows streaming of 2D Steam library titles at up to 4K resolution. Users can adjust the curve of the display in panoramic mode for an immersive viewing experience. To access the beta, Vision Pro owners must install TestFlight from the App Store, pair a compatible game controller, and ensure a stable, high-speed WiFi connection. Once installed, the app connects to a host PC or Mac running Steam in Big Picture mode, relaying gameplay and inputs back to the headset.

Early testers report smooth performance for non-VR titles when the devices are on the same local network, with visuals appearing clear through the Vision Pro's high-resolution micro-OLED displays. The headset's M5 chip supports refresh rates up to 120Hz, enhancing frame rates and reducing motion blur....