LaunchBox Alternatives for Linux
LaunchBox is not available for Linux but there are plenty of alternatives that runs on Linux with similar functionality. The best Linux alternative is Lutris, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to LaunchBox and many of them are available for Linux so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Linux alternatives to LaunchBox are RetroArch, Retrom, GameHub and Pegasus.
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LaunchBox alternatives are mainly Game Emulators, but if you're looking for Game Library Managers or Game Stores you can filter on that. 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 LaunchBox.- Game Library Manager
- Freemium • Proprietary
- 53 Lutris alternatives
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.
License model
- Free • Open Source
Application types
Country of Origin
France
EU
Platforms
- Linux
- Online
- Flathub
Comments about Lutris as an Alternative to LaunchBox
Most Recent CommentLaunchbox is primarily designed for importing libraries of retro game roms and then setting up as a frontend to launch external emulators.
Lutris is primarily a community driven frontend for managing wine and proton emulation configs for modern windows games.
Lets you collect and run all your games, no matter how you are running them, from one place.
- 134 RetroArch alternatives
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.
License model
- Free • Open Source
Application type
Country of Origin
France
EU
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
- Online
- Android
- iPhone
- Blackberry
- iPad
- F-Droid
- Steam
- Raspberry Pi
- Playstation
- Xbox
RetroArch Features
- 40 Retrom alternatives
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.
License model
- Free • Open Source
Application type
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
- Self-Hosted
- Docker
- 41 GameHub alternatives
Games library manager. Supports: Steam, GOG, Humble Bundle, Humble Trove, Wine and RetroArch.
License model
- Free • Open Source
Application types
Country of Origin
Ukraine
Platforms
- Linux
- AppImageHub
- Flatpak
DiscontinuedTheir GitHub repository was archived on Apr 19, 2025.
GameHub Features
Comments about GameHub as an Alternative to LaunchBox
It's focus is on launching native linux games. Doesn't support adding a complete no-intro romset, and it's wine/proton support is dismal
- 43 Pegasus alternatives
Pegasus is a graphical frontend for browsing your game library (especially retro games) and launching them from one place. It's focusing on customizability, cross platform support (including embedded devices) and high performance.
License model
- Free • Open Source
Application type
Country of Origin
Hungary
EU
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
- Android
- Raspberry Pi
Pegasus Features
- 30 Lakka alternatives
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.
License model
- Free • Open Source
Application types
Country of Origin
France
EU
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
- Cubieboard
- HummingBoard
- Raspberry Pi
- Nintendo Switch
- Odroid
Comments about Lakka as an Alternative to LaunchBox
Linux-OS not meant to be used as game library organizer.
- 10 RetroDECK alternatives
RetroDECK is an all-in-one retro gaming platform with built-in emulators, game engines, and systems. For Steam Deck or Linux Desktop.
License model
- Free • Open Source
Application types
Country of Origin
Italy
EU
Platforms
- SteamOS
- Flathub
- Linux
- Flatpak
RetroDECK Features
- 55 Antstream Arcade alternatives
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.
License model
- Paid • Proprietary
Application types
Country of Origin
United Kingdom
Platforms
- Windows
- Linux
- Online
- Android
- iPhone
- Android Tablet
- iPad
- Epic Games Store
- Playstation
- Xbox
Comments about Antstream Arcade as an Alternative to LaunchBox
Antstream limits you to their own library of games, not your own.
A graphical front-end for command line emulators that hides the underlying operating system and is intended to be controlled with a joystick, gamepad or spin dial. Ideal for use on arcade cabinet setups.
License model
- Free • Open Source
Application types
Platforms
- Windows
- Mac
- Linux
- Raspberry Pi
Attract-Mode Features
Feature rich gaming front-end for MAME, GameBase, Daphne, PC Games and all command line based game emulators, along with being a complete Home Theatre PC solution or plug in for windows media center.
License model
- Free • Proprietary
Application types
Country of Origin
United Kingdom
Platforms
- Windows
- Mac
- Linux
- Android
GameEx Features
Launchbox is internally capable of batch imports for supported platforms. Lutris can only batch import from a few sources.