Game Stores

The way people purchase video games has changed dramatically over the past decade. Digital distribution is the norm, and this distribution manifests itself in the form of several convenient storefronts. Most PC gamers have heard of Steam, but other options like Good Old Games, Origin, uPlay, or even the Microsoft Store exist as well.

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  1. Steam icon
     2342 likes

    Steam is a digital distribution, digital rights management, multiplayer and communications platform developed by Valve Corporation. It is used to distribute a wide range of games and related media entirely over the internet, stretching from one-man independent efforts to some of...

    • Game Store
    • FreeProprietary
    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • Windows Phone
    • iPad
    • Flathub
    • SteamOS
    Steam Store
    Best alternatives are GOG.com iconGOG.comanditch.io iconitch.io69 alternatives
  2. GOG.com icon
     674 likes

    GOG.com, or Good Old Games, is a digital platform selling PC games. It offers a wide variety of classic and new titles, all free from Digital Rights Management (DRM) and updated to be compatible with current operating systems.

    • Game Store
    • FreeProprietary
    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    Best alternatives are Steam iconSteamanditch.io iconitch.io47 alternatives
  3. itch.io icon
     247 likes

    An online game marketplace and community. Also an app which manages downloading and updating of games acquired through the website.

    • Game Store
    • FreeOpen Source
    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • Epic Games Store
    Best alternatives are Steam iconSteamandGOG.com iconGOG.com41 alternatives
  4. Lutris icon
     209 likes

    Lutris is an open source gaming platform for GNU/Linux. It allows you to gather and manage (install, configure and launch) all your games acquired from any source, in a single interface.

    Best alternatives are Steam iconSteamandPlaynite iconPlaynite50 alternatives
  5. Heroic is an Open Source Game Launcher for Linux, Windows and macOS (10.15+, won't work properly on High sierra and older versions). Right now it supports launching games from the .

    • Game Store
    • FreeOpen Source
    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • AppImageHub
    • Flathub
    Heroic Games Launcher screenshot 1
    Best alternatives are Steam iconSteamanditch.io iconitch.io25 alternatives
  6. Humble Bundle icon
     318 likes

    Buy a bundle of games, you decide the price, and support charity in the process.

    • Game Store
    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    Best alternatives are Steam iconSteamandGOG.com iconGOG.com27 alternatives
  7. GOG GALAXY icon
     187 likes

    Connect GOG GALAXY 2.0 with multiple platforms and unite all your games and friends scattered across them in one powerful app.

    Best alternatives are Steam iconSteamandPlaynite iconPlaynite29 alternatives
  8. Epic Games Store icon
     108 likes

    The Epic Games Store is a digital platform for computer games that champions developer success by offering an 88% revenue share. With the "Epic First Run" program, developers enjoy 100% revenue for the first six months for exclusive titles, transitioning to the standard split thereafter?

    • Game Store
    • FreeProprietary
    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    Best alternatives are Steam iconSteamandGOG.com iconGOG.com29 alternatives
  9. GameVault icon
     20 likes

    The self-hosted gaming platform for drm-free games.

    GameVault screenshot 1
    Best alternatives are itch.io iconitch.ioandPlaynite iconPlaynite25 alternatives
  10. Game Jolt icon
     60 likes

    A community platform for gaming, anime, cosplay, and fandom. Engage in challenges, earn rewards, share creations, join dedicated communities, and more.

    • Game Store
    • FreemiumOpen Source
    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    Game Jolt screenshot 1
    Game Jolt screenshot 2
    Game Jolt screenshot 3
    Best alternatives are Steam iconSteamanditch.io iconitch.io22 alternatives
  11. Mod DB icon
     83 likes

    Mod DB is the largest website dedicated to supporting independent development of games including user generated game content, mods, addons and DLC. The aim of Mod DB is to unite developers, players and their ideas, empowering them to shape the games we play.

    Best alternatives are itch.io iconitch.ioandNexus Mods iconNexus Mods24 alternatives
  12. GameHub icon
     39 likes

    Games library manager. Supports: Steam, GOG, Humble Bundle, Humble Trove, Wine and RetroArch.

    GameHub allows to view, download, install, run and uninstall games from supported sources.
    Best alternatives are Steam iconSteamanditch.io iconitch.io38 alternatives
  13. Microsoft Store icon
     24 likes

    Find the apps, games, and shows you want, fast, in Microsoft Store, including your favorite mobile apps that now work on your PC.

    Microsoft Store screenshot 1
    Best alternatives are Steam iconSteamandChocolatey iconChocolatey34 alternatives
  14. EA App icon
     118 likes

    The EA App, formerly known as Origin, is the built-from-scratch PC platform for EA players, games, and content. It brings you a faster experience, fewer clicks to jump back into your favorite games, and powerful Playtime Controls to help you keep tabs on how much time you and...

    Best alternatives are Steam iconSteamanditch.io iconitch.io42 alternatives
  15. Desura icon
     154 likes

    Desura provides a platform allowing individuals to engage in their preferred free online games. Which gaming websites do you typically frequent? Crazy Games, Kizi, Jogos Friv or possibly, Poki? Now, you don't need to choose, as all types of games for every taste: from...

    Best alternatives are Steam iconSteamandGOG.com iconGOG.com33 alternatives