The Best Free itch.io AlternativesTop Game Stores and other similar apps like itch.io

The best free alternative to itch.io is Steam. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 25 alternatives to itch.io and many of them is free so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting free alternatives to itch.io are GOG.com, Heroic Games Launcher, GOG GALAXY and Game Jolt.

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itch.io alternatives are mainly Game Stores, but if you're looking for Game Library Managers or Compatibility Layer Tools you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Online, Game Library Manager, Open Source, Windows, Free and Android. You can also filter by region, for example EU-based alternatives if you prefer software developed in the European Union. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to itch.io.
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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
    • Snapcraft
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    • Most users think Steam is a great itch.io alternative.

    • Steam is the most popular Web-based, Windows, Android & Mac alternative to itch.io.

    • Steam is the most popular free alternative to itch.io.

    • Steam is Free and Proprietaryitch.io is Free and Open Source
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    GOG.com

     708 likes
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    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.

    50 GOG.com alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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    • Almost everyone thinks GOG.com is a great itch.io alternative.

    • GOG.com is the most popular SaaS alternative to itch.io.

    • GOG.com is Free and Proprietaryitch.io is Free and Open Source
    • GOG.com is Privacy focused and Lightweightitch.io is not according to our users
  4. 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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    • Heroic Games Launcher is the most popular Open Source alternative to itch.io.

    • Heroic Games Launcher is Free and Open Sourceitch.io is also Free and Open Source
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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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    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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    Game Jolt

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    Experience a vibrant community for gamers and creators, offering challenges, rewards, and a shop for collectibles. Share and sell personal creations, explore anime and fan art, connect in a global cosplay realm, and more.

    24 Game Jolt alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    GameVault

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

    29 GameVault alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Self-Hosted
    • Windows
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    • GameVault is the most popular Self-Hosted alternative to itch.io.

    • GameVault is Free and Open Sourceitch.io is also Free and Open Source
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    Mod DB

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    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.

    22 Mod DB alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Online
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    It only had mods not games

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Most users think Mod DB is a great itch.io alternative.

    • Mod DB is Free and Proprietaryitch.io is Free and Open Source
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    Google Play Games

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    Google Play Games is a multi-platform gaming experience built and operated by Google featuring seamless gameplay across PCs, Chromebooks and mobile.

    20 Google Play Games alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Android
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • Android TV
    • Android Wear
    • Online
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