How To Add Non-Steam Games To Your Steam Library.

Adding non-Steam games to your Steam library is a convenient way to centralize all your games under one platform, making it easier to manage and launch them. This guide will walk you through the steps to add non-Steam games to your Steam library, ensuring you can enjoy all your favorite titles in one place.

Steps to Add Non-Steam Games to Your Steam Library

1. Open Steam and Navigate to the Games Tab

   • Start by opening Steam and selecting the Games tab, usually located above your Library tab.

2. Select 'Add a Non-Steam Game to My Library'

   • Click on 'Add a Non-Steam game to my Steam Library'. This option can also be accessed by clicking the Add a Game button in the bottom-left corner and selecting Add a Non-Steam Game.

3. Browse for Your Non-Steam Game

• A pop-up menu will appear listing various programs installed on your computer. If your game is not listed, click the Browse button to manually locate the game's executable file. Navigate to the folder where the game is installed, select the executable file, and click Open.

4. Select and Add the Game

   • Once you've located the game, ensure it is selected in the list. Click Add Selected Programs to add the game to your Steam library.

5. Verify the Game in Your Library

   • The game should now appear in your Steam library. You can select the title from your game library and click the Play button to start the game. Note that the game's page in your library will only display the name of the game and a launch button, but you can still take screenshots through Steam.

Customizing Your Non-Steam Game Entry

• Change the Game Name

  • If you want to change the name of the game, right-click on the game in the sidebar, select Properties, and enter a new name.

• Set a Custom Background

  • To set a custom background for your non-Steam game, right-click on the game, select Properties, and then click on Set Custom Background. You can then choose an image to use as the background.

Adding Non-Steam Games on Steam Deck

If you want to add non-Steam games to your Steam Deck, follow these additional steps:

1. Switch to Desktop Mode

   • Press the Steam button on your Steam Deck and go to Power > Switch to Desktop to open desktop mode.

2. Ensure the Game is Installed

   • Make sure the non-Steam game you want to add is downloaded and installed on the Steam Deck, either on internal storage or an SD card.

3. Follow the Same Steps as on PC

• Open the Steam application in desktop mode and follow the same steps as you would on a PC: go to Games > Add a Non-Steam game to my Steam Library, select the game, and add it to your library.

4. Return to Gaming Mode
   • Once the game is added, switch back to Gaming mode, and the game will be available in your Steam Deck library.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

• Games Not Listed

  • If the game you want to add is not listed in the initial menu, use the Browse option to manually locate the game's executable file. This is particularly useful for games installed from other launchers or on external drives.

• New UI Changes

  • If you're having trouble finding the option due to recent UI changes, ensure you're looking in the correct places. The Add a Non-Steam game to my Steam Library option can be found either under the Games tab or by clicking the Add a Game button in the bottom-left corner.

By following these steps, you can seamlessly integrate your non-Steam games into your Steam library, enhancing your gaming experience and keeping all your titles organized in one place.