Steam is a platform of Valve Corporation. Thinkmay is an independent Cloud PC service, not owned by or affiliated with Valve. You need a valid Steam account with purchased games. Some games with kernel-level anti-cheat cannot be played on Cloud PC due to technical limitations of the anti-cheat systems, not a Thinkmay restriction.
Steam Link vs Cloud PC: what's the difference?
Many confuse Steam Link (Valve's official app) with Cloud PC. Both let you play Steam games on phone, but the mechanism is completely different.
Steam Link streams from your own PC — the PC must be on, either on the same LAN or via Steam Remote Play Together over internet. If your PC is weak (no dedicated GPU, low RAM), Steam Link only streams at that PC's performance — if the PC can't run the game, Steam Link can't help.
Cloud PC (like Thinkmay) doesn't need your own PC. The entire game runs on RTX 3060Ti/5060Ti servers based in Vietnam. Just log into your Steam account on the Cloud PC and play, even if you own no PC at all.
| Criteria | Steam Link (own PC) | Thinkmay Cloud PC |
|---|---|---|
| Need own PC? | Yes, must be on at home | No |
| Performance | Exactly your PC's spec | Fixed RTX 3060Ti or 5060Ti |
| Play while traveling | Needs home PC always on + stable network | Play anywhere with Wi-Fi/4G |
| Cost | Free (if you already have a strong PC) | $1.12/3h or $13.50-$27/mo |
| Best for | People with strong PC, want mobility at home | People without strong PC or want to play anywhere |
Thinkmay combines high-performance Cloud PCs, WebRTC streaming, and persistent session storage so users can return to work or games quickly.
How many games in your Steam library can you play?
In theory: all of them. Thinkmay Cloud PC is real Windows 11 with the official Steam client — any game that runs on Windows runs on Cloud PC, as long as hardware (RTX 3060Ti/5060Ti, 16-24GB RAM) meets requirements.
Only exception: games with kernel-level anti-cheat (Valorant, some League of Legends versions, Rainbow Six Siege) block virtual machines to prevent cheating. Cloud PC runs on VMs so these games don't work. This is a technical limitation of anti-cheat systems, not a Steam or Thinkmay restriction.
Outside that narrow group, tens of thousands of Steam games — from light indies to heavy AAA titles like Cyberpunk 2077, Elden Ring, Baldur's Gate 3 — work normally.
- Single-player games (RPG, adventure, puzzle, indie): 100% playable
- AAA open-world games (Cyberpunk, RDR2, Elden Ring): playable, need matching RAM/GPU plan
- Online games without kernel anti-cheat (Dota 2, CS2 casual, Palworld): playable
- Games with kernel-level anti-cheat (Valorant, R6 Siege): not playable on any Cloud PC
How to connect your Steam account to Cloud PC
The most important step — Cloud PC doesn't come with your games pre-loaded, you need to log into your own Steam account.
- Step 1: Download Thinkmay app from Play Store/App Store or open in Chrome
- Step 2: Register + top up $1.12 for trial (3 hours)
- Step 3: Enter Cloud PC — Windows 11 with Steam client already installed
- Step 4: Log in with your Steam account (email + password + Steam Guard verification via phone/email)
- Step 5: Your full library appears just like on PC — pick a game and click Install
- Step 6: Game downloads directly on the VN server, usually faster than home internet (100-500 Mbps internal)
- Step 7: Play right after download — Steam Cloud Save syncs progress automatically
Steam Guard and security when logging in on Cloud PC
Many worry about logging into Steam on an "unfamiliar machine" (Cloud PC). Fundamentally, logging into Steam on Thinkmay Cloud PC is no different from logging in at an internet cafe or a friend's PC — Steam treats it as a new device and requires Steam Guard verification.
Thinkmay does not store or access your Steam password — the login process happens entirely within your own Windows session, exactly like typing your password on your own PC.
On monthly plans ($13.50/$27), your Cloud PC is private (persistent) — not shared with others, so you only need to verify Steam Guard once. On the $1.12 try-out plan, the machine is shared so Steam will require re-verification each new session.
- Steam Guard verification is normal on new devices
- Thinkmay does not store your Steam password
- Monthly plan = private machine, verify once
- $1.12 trial = shared machine, re-verify each session
Cost of playing Steam via Cloud PC vs buying a gaming PC
If you've invested heavily in your Steam library but don't have a powerful enough PC, here's the real cost comparison.
- If you play < 6 hours/day: Cloud PC saves money over the first 1-2 years
- If you need the PC daily for other work: build your own
- Cloud PC is best for people with a large Steam library but weak hardware
| Category | Build a new gaming PC | Thinkmay Cloud PC |
|---|---|---|
| Upfront cost | $800-1,600 | $0 |
| Monthly cost | Electricity $8-16 | $13.50-$27 |
| Setup time | Order + assembly 1-2 weeks | 5-10 minutes |
| Playing existing Steam library | Must redownload everything | Log in and play immediately |
| Play while traveling | No, PC stays home | Yes, just phone + Wi-Fi |
Pick your Thinkmay plan based on how you play Steam
Three plans for three types of Steam players.
- 200GB SSD fits 2-4 AAA games (each 50-100GB)
- 400GB SSD fits a larger library or more concurrent installs
- Steam Cloud Save syncs independently of your Thinkmay plan — switching plans keeps progress
| Plan | Price | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Try-out | $1.12/3h | Testing, 1-2 light games, no long-term storage |
| Monthly $13.50 | $13.50/mo, RTX 3060Ti, 200GB SSD | Moderate library, a few AAA games at once |
| Monthly $27 | $27/mo, RTX 5060Ti, 400GB SSD | Large library, multiple heavy AAA games installed |
Controlling Steam games on touchscreen
Not every Steam game is designed for touch or controller input. Handling depends on the genre.
- Games with native controller support (most modern AAA titles): pair a Bluetooth controller, plays as smooth as on console
- Keyboard + mouse only games (RTS, some indies): use Thinkmay's virtual keyboard + virtual mouse (touchpad mode)
- Turn-based games (Baldur's Gate 3, XCOM): touch is acceptable since it doesn't need fast reflexes
- Fast-action games (soulslike, platformers): use a Bluetooth controller for the best experience
- Steam Input allows key remapping — customize your control scheme before playing on Cloud PC
Frequently Asked Questions
How is Thinkmay Cloud PC different from Steam Link?
Core difference: Steam Link streams from your own PC (needs the PC on, performance depends on that PC). Thinkmay Cloud PC is a dedicated RTX 3060Ti/5060Ti server — no home PC needed, playable anywhere with Wi-Fi/4G, even if you don't own a powerful PC.
Do I lose my game library switching from PC to Cloud PC?
No. Your Steam library is tied to your Steam account, not your device. Logging in on Cloud PC shows your full purchased library, exactly as on your home PC.
Is it safe to log into Steam on Cloud PC?
Yes. Thinkmay does not store your Steam password — the login happens within your own Windows session. Steam will require Steam Guard verification since it's a new device, same as logging in on any unfamiliar PC.
Which Steam games CANNOT be played via Cloud PC?
Games with kernel-level anti-cheat that block virtual machines, e.g. Valorant, some League of Legends versions, Rainbow Six Siege. This is due to the game's anti-cheat policy, applying to all Cloud PC services, not just Thinkmay. Single-player, RPGs, and most other online games work normally.
How long does a 100GB game take to download on Cloud PC?
Much faster than typical home internet since Thinkmay servers have high internal bandwidth (100-500 Mbps to Steam CDN). A 100GB game usually downloads in 15-30 minutes, depending on server load.
Which plan do I need for heavy AAA games like Cyberpunk 2077?
The $13.50/mo plan (RTX 3060Ti) runs it at 1080p Medium-High. The $27/mo plan (RTX 5060Ti) runs it smoother at 1080p Ultra or 1440p. Choose based on desired graphics and budget.
Can I install Steam Workshop mods?
Yes. Steam Workshop works normally on Cloud PC since it's a Steam client feature, not dependent on special hardware. Subscribe to a mod on Steam Workshop and it downloads into the game automatically like on a normal PC.
Will my save files be kept?
Yes, through two layers: Steam Cloud Save (auto-syncs to Steam servers, independent of Thinkmay) and Thinkmay's monthly plan persistent storage (keeps game files + local saves between sessions). The $1.12 trial uses shared machines so no persistent storage, but Steam Cloud Save still works if the game supports it.