Hi has anyone tried streaming games or playing games through their NAS? I’m keen to do this but been hearing that this is not possible due to performance issues etc
Do you want to install games on your NAS? Unless you have a 10G network, this isn't a feasible way to play.
These days modern games require NVME SSDs or else take very very long to load. Also they keep streaming data as you go to new areas in open worlds so there is a constant stream of content being buffered and processed.
I did this during lockdown while my main system was in Mumbai and I was back home for a few weeks using Parsec. There are ways to do it on a NAS if you are looking at hosting a game server. You need to correct GPU passthrough etc.
Although it is possible to play games via a NAS, the performance and user experience highly depends on the characteristics of your NAS, the network and the hard drives/SSDs used.
Hi has anyone tried streaming 51 game register or playing games through their NAS? I’m keen to do this but been hearing that this is not possible due to performance issues etc
Yes, it’s possible to stream or play games through a NAS, but performance depends on your hardware and network. A NAS with a fast CPU, enough RAM, and SSD storage works best. Wired Gigabit Ethernet is ideal to reduce lag, while Wi-Fi can cause delays. Lighter or turn-based games stream more easily than fast-paced AAA titles. Some NAS devices support streaming apps like Parsec or Moonlight, which help transmit video and input efficiently. With a strong NAS and network, gaming is feasible, though high-end games may still perform better from a dedicated PC or console.
