If you’ve seen people say a game has “opted into GeForce NOW” here’s what that actually means.
When developers or publishers upload a game to Steam, they have the option to signal their interest in making that game available on GeForce NOW, NVIDIA’s cloud gaming platform. This process is called “opting in” to GFN.
So… Is the Game on GFN?
Not yet. Opting in is not the same as being available.
When a game is opted in, it means the developers have ticked the box saying “we’d like this to be considered for GeForce NOW.” This allows NVIDIA to review the game for potential inclusion. If it passes compatibility checks and NVIDIA gets the green light from the publisher, it may be added to the GFN library.
Why Do Games Opt In?
- The developers want their game to be available in the cloud
- It makes the game eligible for future GFN support
- It speeds up the process if the game is later approved
In many cases, games that opt in do make it to the platform — especially if the publisher has a track record of supporting GeForce NOW.
Is It a Guarantee?
No. Opting in is only a first step. Some games never make it onto GFN even after opting in. Others may take weeks or months before officially appearing in a GFN Thursday update.
Until NVIDIA officially confirms it in one of their announcements (or the game appears in the app), it’s not considered “on GFN.
