Steam MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install Steam in Claude Code

npm

Claude Code

claude mcp add grinv-steam -- npx -y steam-games-mcp

mcp.json (Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "grinv-steam": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "steam-games-mcp"
      ]
    }
  }
}

MCP Bundle (.mcpb)

Claude Code

curl -LO https://github.com/Grinv/steam-games-mcp/releases/download/v0.17.0/steam-games-mcp.mcpb

mcp.json (Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf)

Download steam-games-mcp.mcpb and double-click it to install in Claude Desktop.

MCP Bundles install in one click in Claude Desktop. Download the file, then open it.

Frequently asked questions

What does the Steam MCP server do?

Search the Steam store (deals, reviews, Steam Deck compatibility) plus player profiles, libraries, achievements and friends via the Steam Web API.

Is the Steam MCP server free?

Yes, most likely. Open source and no paid account or API key is mentioned in the listing. Check the provider for current pricing.

Does Steam run locally or remotely?

Local. Runs on your machine (stdio). You install it with npx, uvx, Docker or from source.

How do I add Steam to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add grinv-steam -- npx -y steam-games-mcp

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