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Moonshine Enables Game Streaming from PC to Any Device via Moonlight
Key points
- Supports isolated streaming sessions on any device running Moonlight.
- No monitor or HDMI plug needed for headless servers.
- Offers hardware video encoding options and HDR support.
Introduction to Moonshine
Moonshine is a new application that enables game streaming from a PC to any device that can run the Moonlight client. This allows users to remotely play games while their PC is utilized for other tasks.
Key Features of Moonshine
Each streaming session operates in its own compositor to prevent interference with the host desktop environment. This design allows multitasking without disconnecting streams. Moonshine is also compatible with headless servers, meaning no monitor is required for operation.
Video and Audio Capabilities
The application supports hardware video encoding using H.264, H.265, and experimental AV1, though users are advised against using AV1 on NVIDIA GPUs due to known issues unless specific driver versions are in use. Additionally, it provides high-quality audio streaming, supporting stereo and surround sound formats.
System Requirements and Installation
Moonshine requires a Linux environment, specifically tested on Arch Linux but functional on others as well. It mandates a GPU with Vulkan video encoding, and the latest version of Moonlight to ensure compatibility. Installation can be facilitated through the Arch User Repository (AUR).
User Setup Instructions
To run Moonshine, users need to enable user lingering for applications to function even when the user is logged out. Key dependencies must be installed, and after configuring the application, a PIN will appear to facilitate first-time connections with Moonlight.
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Primary sources
GitHub cmc_internal/api GitHub github/collect GitHub hgaiser/moonshine GitHub _private/browser GitHub get-started/accessibility GitHub open-source/sponsorsReporting from
Moonshine allows users to stream games from their PC to any device running Moonlight, supporting isolated sessions and HDR streaming. It works on headless servers and supports various input devices without requiring a monitor.