Valve has released Steamworks SDK 1.63, expanding support for linuxarm64 and androidarm64, crucially targeting the upcoming Steam Frame's ARM64 processor.
Expanded ARM64 and APK Capabilities
The updated SDK introduces libraries aiming to enhance performance on the ARM64 platform by facilitating Linux and Android integrations. This move substantially opens up possibilities for Android APKs, signaling a strategic shift towards broader Android compatibility on SteamOS.
Notable Changes and Features
- New libraries for linuxarm64 and androidarm64 were added on 2025-11-19.
- ISteamMusicRemote was removed from the Steamworks SDK framework.
- Controller action origins now include Lenovo Legion Go and generic models.
- ISteamRemotePlay gains new keypad scancode values.
- The new status code k_EMarketNotAllowedReason_TradeCooldown is available in MarketEligibilityResponse_t.
Implications for Developers and Users
This SDK update includes significant revisions such as adding Walkabout Mini Golf as the first Android game available on Steam, suggesting a pivotal extension of Android game support. Developers and users could experience a tailwind in application versatility and resource efficiency. This development may set a new standard for gaming platforms integrating diverse OS functionalities.
