ChimeraOS AlternativesLinux Distros & Operating Systems like ChimeraOS

ChimeraOS is described as '(formerly GamerOS) is an operating system that provides an out of the box couch gaming experience. After installation, boot directly into Steam Big Picture and start playing your favorite games' and is a Linux Distro in the os & utilities category. There are more than 10 alternatives to ChimeraOS for a variety of platforms, including Linux, Windows, Mac, Web-based and Android apps. The best ChimeraOS alternative is RetroArch, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like ChimeraOS are SteamOS, Bazzite, Nobara Linux and Lakka.

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  1. RetroArch icon

    RetroArch

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    A fast, modular emulator frontend offering portability and extensive support for systems from arcade consoles to mobile platforms, featuring game engines like Doom and Quake, and capabilities for real-time rewinding and shader support on a variety of devices.

    154 RetroArch alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Blackberry
    • iPad
    • F-Droid
    • Steam
    • Raspberry Pi
    • Playstation
    • Xbox
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    Like so many supposed 'alternatives' on this site, Retroarch is in no way similar to ChimeraOS. Apples and oranges. Chalk and cheese.

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    • RetroArch is the most popular Web-based, Windows, Android & Mac alternative to ChimeraOS.

    • RetroArch is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to ChimeraOS.

    • RetroArch is Free and Open SourceChimeraOS is also Free and Open Source
  4. Bazzite icon

    Bazzite

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    Bazzite is a custom gaming Linux distro built from ublue-os/main and ublue-os/nvidia using Fedora technology, which means expanded hardware support and built in drivers are included.

    17 Bazzite alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Linux
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  5. Nobara Linux icon

    Nobara Linux

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    The Nobara Project, to put it simply, is a modified version of Fedora Linux with user-friendly fixes added to it. Fedora is a very good workstation OS, however, anything involving any kind of 3rd party or proprietary packages is usually...

    102 Nobara Linux alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Linux
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  6. Lakka icon

    Lakka

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    Lakka is the official Linux distribution of RetroArch and the libretro ecosystem. Each game system is implemented as a libretro core, while the frontend RetroArch takes care of inputs and display.

    37 Lakka alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Cubieboard
    • HummingBoard
    • Raspberry Pi
    • Nintendo Switch
    • Odroid
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  7. AtlasOS icon

    AtlasOS

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    An open and transparent modification of the Windows operating system, designed to optimize performance and latency. AtlasOS is creating a "kinder" Windows experience. Reducing bloatware and optimizing performance for enthusiasts, gamers, and privacy-conscious individuals.

    16 AtlasOS alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Windows
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  9. HoloISO icon

    HoloISO

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    SteamOS 3 (Holo) archiso configuration.

    71 HoloISO alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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    Best alternative on the list because it's currently the only alternative on the list.

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    • HoloISO is Free and Open SourceChimeraOS is also Free and Open Source
  10. Antstream Arcade icon

    Antstream Arcade

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    Discover a lifetime of gaming, the ultimate retro gaming experience with Antstream Arcade. Dive into a vast collection of over 1300 classic games, with new titles added every week.

    64 Antstream Arcade alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Epic Games Store
    • Playstation
    • Xbox
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    • Antstream Arcade is the most popular Android Tablet alternative to ChimeraOS.

    • Antstream Arcade is the most popular commercial alternative to ChimeraOS.

    • Antstream Arcade is Paid and ProprietaryChimeraOS is Free and Open Source
  11. KRetro icon

    KRetro

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    KRetro is a Libretro frontend written in Qt/Kirigami, designed for Plasma Desktop, Mobile, and Bigscreen.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • KDE Plasma
    • Linux Mobile
    • Plasma Mobile
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    GLF OS

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    GLF OS is a gaming-oriented live Linux distribution based on NixOS. Developed by a French-speaking community called Gaming Linux France (GLF), the distribution includes everything one would need for gaming on Linux, including Steam, Lutris, Heroic Games Launcher, as well as...

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Linux
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  14. Regata OS icon

    Regata OS

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    Regata OS is an Operating System based on Linux (more precisely on openSUSE) developed for all types of users, however, with a special focus on gamers and content creators.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
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