Steam FAQs

Question 1

What is the Steam MCP Server?

Accepted Answer

The Steam MCP (Model Context Protocol) Server integrates Steam and Steamworks APIs, providing structured tools and data directly to AI-powered IDEs like Cursor, facilitating game development and data access tasks.

Question 2

Do I need an API key for all functionalities?

Accepted Answer

No, many read operations such as fetching app details or current player counts work out-of-the-box without an API key. However, accessing player-specific data, querying Workshop items, or performing write operations requires a Steam Web or Publisher API key.

Question 3

Can I manage Steam Workshop items and leaderboards with this tool?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the server provides tools to retrieve Workshop item details and search items. For write operations like updating Workshop items, uploading leaderboard scores, or setting achievements, it offers HTTP POST tools (requiring a Publisher API key and IP allowlisting) or SDK code examples.

Question 4

What Steam data can I access using this tool?

Accepted Answer

You can access Steam store data (game details, search), player statistics (profiles, owned games), global achievement percentages, and manage Steam Workshop items and game leaderboards. It supports both unauthenticated reads and authenticated write operations.

Question 5

How does the Steam MCP Server integrate with AI-powered IDEs?

Accepted Answer

It's designed to work with IDEs that support the Model Context Protocol (MCP), like Cursor. You configure the server in your IDE's MCP settings, making its Steam API tools directly available to the AI agent for intelligent assistance in game development.

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