Valve has unveiled an exciting new feature for its users: Steam Game Recording, now available for all PC and Steam Deck players. This integrated system provides a suite of tools designed to enhance the gaming experience by allowing users to capture gameplay highlights, record extended sessions, and effortlessly share their achievements online through the Steam overlay.
Much like Nvidia’s GeForce Experience, Steam Game Recording includes a background-recording mode. This feature can be customized to continuously capture footage while you play, adhering to specified duration and storage limits. Additionally, the software boasts a quick-replay function, enabling players to review their gameplay and pinpoint areas for improvement. Recorded gameplay will be saved in an MPEG-4 format within a user-designated folder, making it easy to access and share.
One particularly intriguing aspect of this new feature is the ability to drop markers as reference points during gameplay. Steam has also equipped developers with tools to create “timeline-enhanced” games, which can actively notify the Steam platform when significant events occur. These events are then represented along a timeline, complete with details specified by the developers themselves. This innovative timeline-enhanced feature sets Steam apart from other game-recording solutions, as neither Nvidia nor Windows currently offer a similar capability.
Designed with efficiency in mind, Steam Game Recording minimizes the impact on computer resources by utilizing Nvidia or AMD graphics cards to assist with the recording process. This ensures that gamers can enjoy a seamless experience while capturing their most memorable moments.
How to enable Steam Game Recording
- Ensure that Steam is updated
- Click on Steam in the top-left corner of the client
- Click on settings
- Select “Game Recording”
- Adjust settings to your preferences
- Press CTRL+F11 to start recording gameplay footage manually
It is important to note that Steam Game Recording is compatible with any game that supports the Steam Overlay, although some older titles may not be supported. This new feature is poised to enhance the way players interact with their gaming experiences, providing them with the tools to capture and share their journeys like never before.
