The Steam wrapper is a tool that allows you to run Windows games on other operating systems, such as Mac or Linux, by using a compatibility layer that translates the Windows API calls to the native ones. The Steam wrapper is not an emulator, but rather a wrapper that modifies the game executable to work with the Steam client and the Steam runtime. The Steam runtime is a set of libraries that provide a common environment for games to run on different platforms.
The Steam wrapper has been around for a while, but it has recently received some updates that make it more user-friendly and effective. The new Steam wrapper can be applied from within your SteamPipe upload script, which is a tool that helps you upload and manage your game builds on Steam. This way, you can easily wrap your game executable with the Steam wrapper without having to use any external tools or commands.
The new Steam wrapper also offers some options to customize the level of protection and compatibility of your game. You can choose between normal wrap, which provides the most protection and obfuscation, or compatibility mode, which disables obfuscation but may improve performance and compatibility with some games. You can also skip the debugger check, which may help with some anti-cheat systems or debuggers. You can also specify whether you want to store your wrapped executable locally or in the cloud.
The new Steam wrapper is not a perfect solution for every game, and it may not work with some DRM or anti-tampering solutions. However, it is a useful tool that can help you reach more gamers and platforms with your game. You can find more information about the new Steam wrapper on the [Steamworks Documentation] page.
If you want to use the new Steam wrapper for your game, you need to follow these steps:
Make sure your game is compatible with the Steam runtime. You can check the [Steam Runtime Compatibility Report] to see if your game has any issues or missing dependencies.
Create a SteamPipe upload script for your game. You can use the [SteamPipe Scripting] page to learn how to create and edit your script.
Add the Steam wrapper command to your script. The command has the following syntax: steamwrap [options] [input] [output], where [options] are the optional parameters, [input] is the path to your game executable, and [output] is the path to the wrapped executable. For example, if you want to wrap your game.exe file with normal wrap and store it in the cloud, you can use this command: steamwrap -normal -cloud game.exe game_wrapped.exe.
Run your script and upload your game build to Steam. You can use the [SteamPipe Upload] page to learn how to upload and test your game build.
That's it! You have successfully wrapped your game with the new Steam wrapper. You can now enjoy the benefits of reaching more gamers and platforms with your game. If you have any questions or feedback about the new Steam wrapper, you can contact the Steamworks Support team or join the [Steamworks Development] group.
Here is the conclusion of the article: The new Steam wrapper is a great feature that can help you expand your game's reach and compatibility. It is easy to use and offers various options to suit your needs. However, you should also be aware of the limitations and challenges that may arise from using the Steam wrapper. You should always test your game thoroughly on different platforms and devices, and make sure you comply with the Steamworks Terms of Service and the Steam Distribution Agreement. You should also respect the intellectual property rights of other developers and publishers, and avoid wrapping games that you do not own or have permission to distribute.
We hope this article has given you some useful information and tips on how to use the new Steam wrapper for your game. If you have any questions or feedback, please feel free to contact us or join the Steamworks community. Happy wrapping!
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