Playing Parsec with friends is designed to be incredibly simple and instant: you just send them a link, and they can join your games.
Parsec streamlines the experience of playing local co-op and multiplayer games online with friends. It allows you to invite others to play the games installed on your computer, making it feel as if they are right there next to you, even if they are miles away.
Steps to Play with Friends on Parsec
The process is built around ease of access, ensuring your friends can connect quickly without complicated setups:
- Host a Game:
- First, ensure you have Parsec installed and running on your computer.
- Launch the game you wish to play with your friends. Parsec works with virtually any game that supports local multiplayer or co-op.
- Share the Link:
- Within the Parsec application, you'll find an option to "Share" or "Host."
- Parsec will generate a unique shareable link. This link is your invitation to your friends.
- Copy this link.
- Invite Your Friends:
- Send the copied link to your friends through any communication channel you prefer (e.g., messaging apps, email, social media).
- Friends Join Instantly:
- When your friends click the link, they can instantly start playing any of your games with you.
- They don't need to own the game or even have a high-end gaming PC. Parsec handles the streaming, allowing them to join from:
- Another computer (Windows, macOS, Linux)
- A smartphone or tablet (Android, iOS)
Key Aspects of Parsec's Multiplayer Experience
- Simplicity: The core idea behind Parsec is to remove barriers to playing with friends online. The link-sharing method is at the heart of this simplicity.
- Accessibility: Your friends can join from virtually any device, turning your computer into a shared gaming hub accessible from anywhere.
- Zero Setup for Guests: Friends do not need to configure anything complex; clicking the link is enough to get them into your game session.
- Low Latency Streaming: Parsec is optimized to provide a smooth, low-latency streaming experience, which is crucial for responsive gameplay.
By using Parsec, you can quickly transform your solo gaming experience into a shared one, allowing friends to jump into your local multiplayer games as easily as if they were sitting next to you.
