Heroic Games Launcher AlternativesGame Stores & Game Library Managers like Heroic Games Launcher

Heroic Games Launcher is described as '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 ' and is a popular Game Store in the gaming software category. There are more than 25 alternatives to Heroic Games Launcher for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Linux, Mac, Web-based and Android apps. The best Heroic Games Launcher alternative is Steam, which is free. Other great apps like Heroic Games Launcher are itch.io, Lutris, Playnite and GOG GALAXY.

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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 Heroic Games Launcher.

    • Steam is the most popular free alternative to Heroic Games Launcher.

    • Steam is Free and ProprietaryHeroic Games Launcher is Free and Open Source
  2. itch.io icon

    itch.io

     275 likes
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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 Heroic Games Launcher.

    • itch.io is Free and Open SourceHeroic Games Launcher is also Free and Open Source
  4. Lutris icon

    Lutris

     231 likes
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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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    Indiegala

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

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  6. Playnite icon

    Playnite

     228 likes
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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. GOG GALAXY icon

    GOG GALAXY

     195 likes
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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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  8. 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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  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 Heroic Games Launcher.

    • Retrom is Free and Open SourceHeroic Games Launcher is also Free and Open Source
    • Retrom is Privacy focusedHeroic Games Launcher is not according to our users
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    Battle.net

     54 likes
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    Battle.net is an Internet-based online game, social networking service, digital distribution, and digital rights management platform developed by Blizzard Entertainment.

    20 Battle.net alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
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  14. Hydra Launcher icon

    Hydra Launcher

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    Hydra is a Game Launcher with its own embedded BitTorrent Client and a self-managed repack scraper.

    42 Hydra Launcher alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
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  15. 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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