Can you play games while downloading on Steam?
For sure! I was playing Stardew Valley while downloading Cyberpunk 2077. Smooth as butter. Just make sure your PC can handle it, and your game doesn't lag into oblivion.
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Yep, Steam lets you multitask like a pro. Play one game while downloading another one. But if your PC is as old as the dinosaurs, maybe reconsider multitasking.
Absolutely, you can play games while others are downloading in the background on Steam! Just make sure the game you're downloading isn't the one you're trying to play (obviously). Plus, keep an eye on your internet connection; if it's not the speediest, playing another game might slow down your download.
Nah, just wait it out. Watching that download bar fill up is half the fun!
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