How to play PC games on Android devices using Parsec

Are you bored with ads, bonus videos and in-app purchases when playing games on Android? Do you want to play PC games on your Android device?

Yes, you can play computer games on Android thanks to Parsec software. With this software you can stream games from your desktop or laptop to your Android device. This article will show you how to play PC games on Android using Parsec software.

Before you start, you need to visit the Parsec website (follow the link below) to download the PC server application. It has a version for Windows, macOS and Linux.

 https://parsecgaming.com/ 

Parsec settings on Android and PC devices are simple and it can even stream games at 60 FPS. However you need to prepare Android device, computer and network to start.

Prepare gamePad compatible with Android

For the best PC gaming experience on Android devices, you need a game controller compatible with Android. There are a number of devices available on the market, but for best results you should use a USB controller using USB OTG connected on Android.

Network configuration

Although convenient, playing PC games on Android is not possible only with Wifi network. You need to make sure the computer is connected to the router via Ethernet.

If there is no way to do this, you can use the 5Ghz band on the router. However, if both devices are connected on the 5GHz band, the computer and Android device need to be in the same room (or in two rooms but not closed) with the router. The wall will weaken the 5Ghz signal.

1. Tips to increase Wifi signal to the highest level

You can use Parsec with two devices on different networks. However, you need to know the strength and capabilities of these networks. Another solution is to use 4G / LTE networks, but if you don't use a limited monthly package, you should not waste data just to play games, use Wifi network.

Create Parsec account

Next, you need to create a Parsec account. When you first open the server software running on the computer, you will have the option to create an account. This account allows you to manage Parsec installed devices, adjust settings, and even organize remote multiplayer gaming.

Set Parsec on Android

You can download the Parsec application from Play Store. After installing, launch the application and log in with the account you created in the previous step. Before proceeding, make sure your Android device is connected on the same network as your computer.

1. Download Parsec for Android

Most configurations for Parsec are done on the computer. However, you can edit the Client and Network settings on the Android client. Access these settings by tapping the three dashes menu button, then select Settings .

In the Client , you can enable Overlay display to quickly access the Parsec client while connecting to the computer. On the Network tab, you can specify the Client Start Port (leave blank for Parsec to select). Use UPnP to configure the router to redirect traffic to Parsec on the Android device.

Parsec shaped bridge to play games

On the computer, open the Parsec server application and select Settings> Hosting to configure the basic installation. You need to find Bandwidth and Resolution options to improve stream quality.

Alternatively, you can open the Client view to check the Vsync , Renderer and Decoder Mode options . For best results, you should set Vsync to On and if using a Windows computer, set Renderer to DirectX . Decoder should be accelerated to reduce latency; Note that older PCs will not support this option.

These customizations can improve the quality of streaming from your computer to Android. Parsec not only streams simple games from PC to Android device, it can set up a computer to be a network party host, allowing you to connect friends to play multiple people. You can also connect an existing party. Do this by clicking Settings> Hosting> Enable Hosting , then selecting Create a Party or Play with other people , follow the instructions.

Play PC games on Android

Playing PC games on Android phones or tablets is very simple. Just open the game on PC, then open Parsec application on Android and click on Play .

If you need to return to the main Parsec screen, touch the Parsec logo to access the settings.

Parsec alternatives

Parsec is not the only tool to stream PC games to Android devices. Android users may consider some of the following solutions:

1. Steam Link for Android: this tool can stream games from PC to Android.
2. Moonlight Game Streaming for Android : an Android app that replaces a similar stream game solution.
3. Remote PC Control Protocol (RDP): RDP is suitable for streaming strategy games.

Currently, Parsec for Android is in development stage. So, consider one of these alternatives if Parsec doesn't meet your requirements.

Stream PC games to Android phones or tablets via Parsex is simple and free. I wish you all success!