Apple Games AlternativesGame Library Managers and other similar apps like Apple Games

Apple Games is described as 'An all-in-one gaming destination for players to explore what‘s happening across their games, discover new ones, and play with friends' and is a game library manager in the games category. There are more than 10 games similar to Apple Games for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux, Web-based and Android apps. The best Apple Games alternative is Steam, which is free. Other Apple Games like games are itch.io, Lutris, Playnite and Heroic Games Launcher.

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  1. Steam icon

    Steam

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    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.

    66 Steam alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • Windows Phone
    • iPad
    • Flathub
    • SteamOS
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    • Steam is the most popular Web-based, Windows, Android & Mac alternative to Apple Games.

    • Steam is the most popular free alternative to Apple Games.

    • Steam is Free and ProprietaryApple Games is also Free and Proprietary
  2. itch.io icon

    itch.io

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    Indie game marketplace and community platform providing customizable pricing, pay-what-you-want options, game file hosting, stats tracking, and an app managing downloads and updates across Windows, macOS, and Linux, plus support for non-game digital content.

    42 itch.io alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • Epic Games Store
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    • itch.io is the most popular Open Source alternative to Apple Games.

    • itch.io is Free and Open SourceApple Games is Free and Proprietary
  4. Lutris icon

    Lutris

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    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.

    62 Lutris alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Online
    • Flathub
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    GOG GALAXY

    Combine all your gaming platforms in one app; keep games and friends together, track achievements and playtime, all for free with a GOG account. Enjoy a seamless, customizable experience across console and PC libraries.

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    Playnite

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    Video game library manager and launcher with support for 3rd party libraries like Steam, GOG, Origin and Uplay, providing one unified interface for your games.

    45 Playnite alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  7. Heroic Games Launcher icon

    Heroic Games Launcher

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    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 .

    32 Heroic Games Launcher alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • AppImageHub
    • Flathub
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  8. GOG GALAXY icon

    GOG GALAXY

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    Combine all your gaming platforms in one app; keep games and friends together, track achievements and playtime, all for free with a GOG account. Enjoy a seamless, customizable experience across console and PC libraries.

    37 GOG GALAXY alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
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  10. Retrom icon

    Retrom

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    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.

    42 Retrom alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
    • Docker
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    • Retrom is the most popular Self-Hosted alternative to Apple Games.

    • Retrom is Free and Open SourceApple Games is Free and Proprietary
    • Retrom is Privacy focusedApple Games is not according to our users
  11. Epic Games Store icon

    Epic Games Store

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    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?

    34 Epic Games Store alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
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  14. EA App icon

    EA App

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    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...

    48 EA App alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
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  15. Ubisoft Connect icon

    Ubisoft Connect

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    Multiplatform ecosystem uniting gamers with cross-progression and cross-play features. Enjoy news, rewards, and social benefits across devices, accessible via desktop and mobile apps.

    31 Ubisoft Connect alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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