Lutris AlternativesTop Game Library Managers & Compatibility Layer Tools like Lutris

Lutris is described as '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' and is a very popular game library manager in the gaming software category. There are more than 50 alternatives to Lutris for a variety of platforms, including Linux, Windows, Mac, Android and Flathub apps. The best Lutris alternative is Steam, which is free. Other great apps like Lutris are Playnite, Heroic Games Launcher, PlayOnLinux - PlayOnMac and Bottles.

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  1. Steam icon

    Steam

     2437 likes

    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
    Steam Store
     
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    Steam vs Lutris Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    sharpaxee
    -1

    Steam can actually be effectively used as a launcher since non-steam games can be added. It also has support for Proton, allowing many windows games to be played on linux.

    Steam actually has an exceptional controller support as well and it can be configured for any software or game, even non-steam ones.

    Top Negative Comment
    loziniak
    0

    It cannot launch games from other systems, like DOS, consoles etc.

    Guest
    Negative
    0

    they are completely different apps

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    3 of 7 comments
    • Steam is Free and ProprietaryLutris is Free and Open Source
  2. Playnite icon

    Playnite

     237 likes

    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.

    46 Playnite alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
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    Playnite vs Lutris Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    ahmed52
    1

    as lutris is linux only you might need an alternative to windows

    Top Negative Comment
    Guest
    5

    Lutris is for Linux while Playnite is for Windows only

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    DifferentDance8Real
    Positive
    0

    The closest there is to a Windows port of Lutris!

    3 of 6 comments
    • Playnite is Free and Open SourceLutris is also Free and Open Source
    • Playnite is CustomizableLutris is not according to our users
  4. Heroic Games Launcher icon

    Heroic Games Launcher

     87 likes

    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 .

    33 Heroic Games Launcher alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • AppImageHub
    • Flathub
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    Heroic Games Launcher vs Lutris Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    It's less buggy and is very intuitive in how to install your games and view the Stores from Epic and GOG. Your game library is clean and and easy to view, install and play. There's no configuration, or very little, needed in order to play your games. Lutris is very clunky compared. So much so, that I installed Ubi Connection as a non-steam game, installed it through Steam and now launch Ubi-Connect through Steam and don't use Lutris at all. It's that bad.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Heroic Games Launcher is Free and Open SourceLutris is also Free and Open Source
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  6. PlayOnLinux - PlayOnMac icon

    PlayOnLinux - PlayOnMac

     248 likes

    PlayOnLinux is a graphical frontend for the Wine software compatibility layer which allows Linux and Mac users to install Windows-based video games, Microsoft Office (2000 to 2010), Microsoft Internet Explorer, as well as many other applications.

    44 PlayOnLinux - PlayOnMac alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Wine
    • FreeBSD
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    PlayOnLinux - PlayOnMac vs Lutris Comments
    Guest
    Negative
    -1

    Only runs games for windows.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • PlayOnLinux - PlayOnMac is Free and Open SourceLutris is also Free and Open Source
  8. GOG GALAXY icon

    GOG GALAXY

     198 likes

    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.

    39 GOG GALAXY alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
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    GOG GALAXY vs Lutris Comments
    k 4u
    Negative
    1

    Not updating achievements, not updating new games on other platforms, new installed games never get into the recent titles gees - this is a mess lately. At least that annoying recommendation page you are pushed into now no longer auto-refreshes... so if you notice something there it at least stays on the screen. I'm literally pushed to try something else - Lutris on Linux and I remember something was heralded as Lutris for Linux.

    coralinecastell
    Negative
    10

    As of June 2019, GOG Galaxy does not support Linux and CDPR have no ETA for it. The whole point of using Lutris as a frontend is to circumvent that.

    • GOG GALAXY is Free and ProprietaryLutris is Free and Open Source
  10. Retrom icon

    Retrom

     31 likes

    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.

    43 Retrom alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
    • Docker
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
    Retrom screenshot 1
     
  11. Pluvia icon

    Pluvia

     18 likes

    Lightweight unofficial Android client allows DRM-free game play using Winlator, Steam Cloud integration for save access and resuming, custom game container settings, viewing and downloading games, friends list support, and open-source, emulation-focused features.

    9 Pluvia alternatives

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Android
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  12. Nvidia App icon

    Nvidia App

     27 likes

    The NVIDIA app updates your PC with the latest drivers and technology, optimizes games and applications through a unified GPU control center, provides recording tools via in-game overlay, and highlights the latest NVIDIA tools and software.

    23 Nvidia App alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  13. Game Jolt icon

    Game Jolt

     65 likes

    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
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    Game Jolt screenshot 1
     
  14. GameHub icon

    GameHub

     43 likes

    Games library manager. Supports: Steam, GOG, Humble Bundle, Humble Trove, Wine and RetroArch.

    48 GameHub alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • AppImageHub
    • Flatpak
    GameHub allows to view, download, install, run and uninstall games from supported sources.
     
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    GameHub vs Lutris Comments
    lounes-tb
    Positive
    1

    GameHub is available an AppImage and Flatpak, that makes it easier to use on some distros.

    Guest
    Positive
    1

    It does give-or-take all what Lutris can do, and it's available both on Flathub and as an AppImage which makes it real easy to install on elementary os and any other Linux system.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
    1

    IMO, it's faster than Lutris

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • GameHub is Free and Open SourceLutris is also Free and Open Source
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