Steam is undoubtedly the most comprehensive platform for PC gaming, offering a wide selection of titles and regular sales. This popularity means that most gamers have a Steam account and a bustling Friends list, filled with requests to play or chat. While this is usually enjoyable, there are times when you crave solo gaming without the constant notifications and invitations. Fortunately, appearing offline on Steam is a simple solution to reclaim your gaming peace.
To go incognito and enjoy your games undisturbed, follow these steps:
1.
Launch Steam.
2.
Locate the Friends and Chat button
in the bottom-right corner of the Steam window.3.
Click the dropdown arrow
to the right of your username.4.
Select ‘Offline’
to appear offline to all your friends.Alternatively, you can choose ‘Invisible’ if you desire to initiate conversations with specific individuals while maintaining the appearance of being offline to others. With these simple steps, you can immerse yourself in your favorite games without distractions and enjoy the freedom of solo gaming.
