Remote gaming
Remote gaming
Hi! Yes, you can link your gaming PC to both the TV and the steering wheel using wireless or Bluetooth connections. Check if your PC supports remote control via HDMI, USB, or Bluetooth, and then set up the appropriate settings on your TV and car.
The optimal approach would be to find a method for connecting cables between those locations. Another option could involve streaming content to the TV using a dedicated device and employing a USB over network solution for the wheel, though I can already picture the driver challenges you might face if it functions at all. What I’m saying is there are possibilities, but they tend to be problematic.
You can connect your PC via Ethernet and use a Raspberry Pi to run Steam Link, allowing you to stream games from your PC through a local network. It’s best to plug it in directly; Wi-Fi doesn’t work well here. I’m not entirely sure if the wheel will function over that setup, but a mouse, keyboard, or Xbox controller worked for me, so a wheel should too.
Thank you for the suggestion. I'll attempt to use Steam Link on a Linux machine, as my single Raspberry Pi is already handling OctoPrint and I don't have another one available at the moment. Updated: October 14, 2022 by MMaTYY0
Discussing connectivity and delay issues for game streaming, such as using Steam Link, wired connections are optimal but wireless can sometimes work depending on the setup. A stable 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi connection is essential since 2.4 GHz struggles even at minimal bitrates. The streaming device should be within about 30 feet of the Wi-Fi router and no more than one standard wall (based on my experience with an AC access point). Ensure a direct wired link from your PC to the router, or use a wired path; otherwise, Wi-Fi backhaul adds extra delay. Latency is acceptable for games without fast-paced action or quick reflexes. For driving games, performance tends to be poor unless you're playing something like truck simulator. Powerline adapters offer another option with potentially lower latency than typical Wi-Fi, though their reliability and quality are uncertain. Data travels through electrical wires, and if both rooms share the same circuit, the signal must pass through your home’s breaker panel, increasing latency. Over time, I’ve tested Steam Link via a box, TV app, and phone, successfully streaming games that don’t demand ultra-low delay.