Parsec (software)

Parsec
Developer(s)	Parsec Gaming
Initial release	2016; 6 years ago
Written in	C
Operating system	Microsoft Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, Raspbian
Website	parsec.app

Parsec is a proprietary desktop capturing application primarily used for playing games through video streaming. Using Parsec, a user can stream video game footage through an Internet connection, allowing one to run a game on one computer but play it remotely through another device. Although its main focus is gaming, Parsec can also be used as low-latency desktop sharing software. The Parsec client is available on most modern operating systems.^[1]

Parsec also provides a paid "Parsec for Teams" version with additional features for artists and developers, such as additional administrative tools, better color accuracy and the ability to stream multiple screens at once.

Partnerships[]

Parsec used to provide a simple user interface for provisioning and connecting to pre-configured virtual machines hosted by Amazon Web Services and ,^[2] this has however been removed and is no longer part of the current version. In January 2018, Parsec partnered with Hewlett-Packard to create OMEN Game Stream, a free cloud gaming service based on Parsec's technology designed specifically for HP Omen PCs.^[3]

Unity Technologies announced its plan to acquire Parsec for $320 million in August 2021, with the deal expected to close by the third quarter of 2021. Unity plans to incorporate Parsec's software into the Unity engine to support development.^[4]

References[]

^ Lawrence, Nathan (2017-09-08). "Low-latency desktop capture software Parsec is incredibly promising". PC PowerPlay.
^ Rubin, Ross (2018-01-22). "Parsec delivers streaming games from the cloud or your PC". ZDNet.
^ Tanous, Jim (2018-01-08). "CES 2018: HP Partners With Parsec for OMEN Game Stream, a Low-Latency Remote Game Streaming Service". PC Perspective.
^ McAloon, Alissa (August 10, 2021). "Unity to acquire remote desktop tool maker Parsec for $320 million". Gamasutra. Retrieved August 10, 2021.

External links[]

Official website

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[1] Lawrence, Nathan (2017-09-08). "Low-latency desktop capture software Parsec is incredibly promising". PC PowerPlay.

[2] Rubin, Ross (2018-01-22). "Parsec delivers streaming games from the cloud or your PC". ZDNet.

[3] Tanous, Jim (2018-01-08). "CES 2018: HP Partners With Parsec for OMEN Game Stream, a Low-Latency Remote Game Streaming Service". PC Perspective.

[4] McAloon, Alissa (August 10, 2021). "Unity to acquire remote desktop tool maker Parsec for $320 million". Gamasutra. Retrieved August 10, 2021.

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