GameNative is a free, open‑source platform that streams any Steam‑installed PC game to Android phones or tablets using standard remote‑desktop protocols.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
PC gamers who want to play their existing Steam library on Android devices must rely on complex, often proprietary remote desktop solutions or purchase separate mobile versions, which can be costly and difficult to set up.
Solution
GameNative offers a free, open-source platform that streams Steam games directly to Android hardware. By leveraging standard remote desktop protocols, it captures the PC’s video output and transmits it over the network to an Android client, allowing users to control games with touch or connected controllers. The software runs on the user’s own PC, so no additional game licenses are required beyond the original Steam purchase. Configuration is handled through a simple interface that detects the local Steam installation and sets up the streaming session with minimal user intervention. Because the solution is open-source, the community can contribute improvements and maintain compatibility with a wide range of Android devices.
Target Audience
GameNative is aimed at PC gamers who own a Steam library and wish to extend their gaming experience to Android devices without purchasing additional mobile titles.
Features
- Direct streaming of any Steam-installed PC game to Android phones or tablets
- Open-source codebase released under a permissive license, enabling community contributions and transparency
- No extra licensing fees; uses the user’s existing Steam library and PC hardware
- Supports touch input and external Bluetooth or USB controllers for gameplay
- Simple setup wizard that auto-detects Steam installations and configures network parameters
- Cross-platform client that works on a broad range of Android versions and device specifications