Unreal Engine

Advanced Steam Party

v1.0.0.0 Updated August 2024

Advanced Steam Party is a powerful Unreal Engine plugin that adds full Steam party management with friends list support, voice chat, party beacons, ready-up system, privacy settings, and seamless reconnection between servers.

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Description

Why Choose Our Steam Party Plugin?

Advanced Steam Party is the ultimate party management solution for Unreal Engine games. Whether you’re creating a small cooperative experience or a large-scale multiplayer title, this plugin delivers Steam-ready party creation, friends list integration, and built-in voice chat with full control and flexibility.

Party Beacons & Instant Invites – Create and join parties effortlessly using Steam's networking system.
Friends List Integration – Invite or join friends directly through the Steam overlay or in-game UI.
Voice Chat with Mute / Unmute – Built-in communication with moderation controls.
Kick, Host Transfer & Privacy Settings – Maintain full control over every party.
Reconnect & Stay Together – Parties stay intact even when switching game servers.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Does it support voice chat?

Yes! Built-in voice communication allows party members to talk in real-time with mute and unmute functionality.

Can I restrict who joins my party?

Absolutely. You can set parties to public or private and control invites directly.

Can the party stay together when switching levels or servers?

Yes! The reconnect system ensures party members regroup automatically after transfers.

Is it compatible with Unreal Engine blueprints?

Yes! The entire system is Blueprint-ready, making integration fast and accessible to all developers.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Do you provide updates after purchase?

Yes, all purchases include free updates.

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What engines or versions do you support?

Most plugins support the latest stable versions of their engines.

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How do I install your plugins?

All plugins include a detailed installation guide in the download package.

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Can I use your plugins in commercial projects?

Yes, all plugins can be used in commercial games or applications.

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How do I contact support?

You can reach us via the support email or Discord.

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Requirements

Engine Version

Unreal Engine 4.25 through 4.27 and 5.0 or later

Platform Support

Windows
macOS
Linux
HTML5
Android
Oculus
SteamVR
Gear VR
HoloLens 2
PlayStation
Nintendo Switch
Other

Developer

NextLevelPlugins
Verified Developer

Professional game development tools and plugins since 2017.

Core Features

Steam Party Beacons
Create, host, and join parties using Unreal Engine's beacon system for reliable connections.
Friends List Integration
Invite or join Steam friends directly from the in-game interface.
Built-In Voice Chat
Communicate in real-time with mute and unmute control for every party member.
Host Transfer & Player Kicking
Switch party leaders seamlessly or remove disruptive players.
Public & Private Party Modes
Control who can join with easy privacy settings.
Party Reconnect System
Keeps players grouped together when switching levels or servers.
Ready-Up / Status Sync
Confirm member readiness to coordinate game transitions smoothly.
Custom Lobby Data Replication
Send custom variables and synced gameplay data to all party members.
Blueprint-Ready Integration
Easily implement all features using blueprints, no C++ required.

Performance

Optimized Runtime
Minimal overhead with smart caching
Optimized Beacon Networking
Uses lightweight Steam beacons for efficient party communication without excessive bandwidth.
Asynchronous Party Updates
Prevents blocking operations by handling joins, invites, and status changes in the background.
Low Latency Voice Channels
Voice chat is routed through optimized Steam networking for minimal delay.
Smart Reconnection Logic
Automatically rebuilds parties after server transitions with minimal overhead.
Efficient Data Replication
Only syncs relevant party data to reduce unnecessary network load.
Scalable for Large Player Counts
Built to handle high concurrent party usage in large-scale lobbies.
Lightweight Lobby Caching
Stores recent party details locally to speed up reconnections and UI updates.
Optimized Blueprint Architecture
Designed with minimal tick usage and event-driven logic for better performance.
Dedicated & Listen Server Compatible
Fully tested across both hosting types without affecting performance.
Alex Chen
2 weeks ago

Excellent AI toolkit!

This plugin saved us months of development time. The pathfinding is incredibly smooth and the behavior tree editor is intuitive.

Sarah Kim
1 month ago

Great performance

Works well with large numbers of NPCs. Documentation could be better but overall very satisfied.

Mike Rodriguez
2 months ago

Professional quality

Using this in our commercial project. The code quality is excellent and support has been responsive.

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v1.0.0.0
August 9, 2024
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