Copy the Steamworks API headers folder public/steam into an appropriate place in your applications source tree.If you haven't already, download the Steamworks SDK and unzip it.In some cases you may be able to skip many of these steps. If you're using a third party engine or a programming language other than C++ then you should first look at Commercial engine and non-C++ language support to see if there are more specific instructions to get started with your engine or language of choice. Getting Started NOTE: The Steamworks API officially supports C++, using Microsoft Visual Studio 2008+ on Microsoft Windows, GCC 4.6+ and Clang 3.0+ on macOS and SteamOS / Linux. Integration with the Steamworks API is never required to ship your product on Steam, but it is highly recommended as it allows you to accomplish many interactions that Steam users expect. The Steamworks API Reference catalogs and documents every interface, function, callback, and type supported in the API. This includes things such as pausing your game when the user opens the Steam Overlay, inviting friends to play, allowing players to unlock Steam Achievements, letting players compete on the Steam Leaderboards and much more. OverviewThe Steamworks API allows your game to take full advantage of Steam by accessing all of the underlying systems provided through the API. Setup instructions for the VR arcade model Setup instructions for the PC Café model (incl. PC Café Requirements and Sign Up Instructions Steamworks Virtual Conference: Steam Deck Steamworks API Example Application (SpaceWar)ĭistributing Open Source Applications on Steamĭeveloping for Steam Deck without a Dev-Kit Steam Input Gamepad Emulation - Best PracticesĮvents and Announcements Visibility Stats Reporting User Permission: Receive Steamworks CommunicationĬreating Bundles Across Multiple Developers/Publishersīroadcasting a Game Demo to the Steam Storeīroadcast Moderation and Adding Moderators

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