DJL Alternatives for Linux

There are many alternatives to DJL for Linux and since it's discontinued a lot of people are looking for a replacement. The best Linux alternative is Steam, which is free. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 25 alternatives to DJL and ten of them are available for Linux so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Linux alternatives to DJL are GOG.com, Lutris, Retrom and PlayOnLinux - PlayOnMac.

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  1. Steam icon
     2467 likes

    Steam provides a digital distribution platform for games with streaming, mod support, and multiplayer capabilities. Developed by Valve, it supports over 100 payment methods, includes Early Access, cloud sync, controller support for major brands, and offers an integrated gaming community.

    68 Steam alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • Windows Phone
    • iPad
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • SteamOS
     
  2. GOG.com icon
     728 likes

    Digital platform for DRM-free PC games featuring both classics and modern releases, fully downloadable and playable without a launcher, curated selection, 30-day returns, compatibility updates, extra content like soundtracks, and support for multiple platforms.

    53 GOG.com alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
     
  3. Retrom icon
     35 likes

    Centralized game library management service, allowing you to host games on one device and connect multiple clients, supporting cross-platform play and emulation. Easily manage emulator profiles, with web client access for metadata and artwork showcase.

    44 Retrom alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
    • Docker
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
     
  4. PlayOnLinux is a graphical frontend for the Wine software compatibility layer which allows Linux and Mac users to install Windows-based video games, Microsoft Office (2000 to 2010), Microsoft Internet Explorer, as well as many other applications.

    45 PlayOnLinux - PlayOnMac alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Wine
    • FreeBSD
     
  5. Instant Gaming icon
     17 likes

    Instant Gaming is one of the most popular online store for downloading all types of latest games and accessing their CD key easily.

    32 Instant Gaming alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • Google Chrome
     
  6. Cartridges icon
     4 likes

    Cartridges is a simple game launcher for all of your games. It has support for importing games from Steam, Lutris, Heroic and more with no login necessary. You can sort and hide games or download cover art from SteamGridDB.

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Linux Mobile
     
  7. A fast and efficient Proton prefix runner and manager, using umu as its backend for Steam-like compatibility with non-Steam applications.

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Linux
     
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