SmartSteamEmu is an application that allows users to play games available on Steam without having its client. In other words, it is an emulator for running games on Steam

Features

You have to copy the folder where the game is installed and run it with the help of SmartSteamEmu. It is necessary to add the EXE file extension to the library. Now you can click on the icon and enjoy the licensed game without purchasing. It is worth noting that you are not able to run DRM games.

Control panel

The interface is in English. You have to click on Launch to run the game. If you are going to play the game without emulators, it is possible to choose Launch Normally. The app allows you to play with your friends via LAN. There are servers where you and your friends can join without network connection. Moreover, SmartSteamEmu supports various plugins. In order to run the program properly, you have to download Microsoft Visual C++ 2010 Runtime.

Advantages

possibility of running games that are available only on Steam without its client;
it is necessary to click on Launch to play the game;
there should be added the file with exe extension on the menu;
users can create LAN network for gaming;
program has a simple interface.