Lutris Alternatives for Linux

There are many alternatives to Lutris for Linux if you are looking for a replacement. The best Linux alternative is Steam, which is free. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to Lutris and many of them are available for Linux so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Linux alternatives to Lutris are Heroic Games Launcher, PlayOnLinux - PlayOnMac, Bottles and Retrom.

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Lutris alternatives are mainly Game Library Managers, but if you're looking for Compatibility Layer Tools or Game Stores you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Linux, Mac and Windows. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to Lutris.
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  1. Steam icon

    Steam

     2486 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.

    71 Steam alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • Windows Phone
    • iPad
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • SteamOS
    Steam Store
     
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    Steam vs Lutris Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    sharpaxee
    0

    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
    -1

    they are completely different apps

    3 of 7 comments
    • Steam is Free and ProprietaryLutris is Free and Open Source
    • Steam is a Game Store Lutris is a Game Library Manager
  2. Heroic Games Launcher icon

    Heroic Games Launcher

     101 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 .

    43 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.

    • Heroic Games Launcher is Free and Open SourceLutris is also Free and Open Source
    • Heroic Games Launcher is Privacy focusedLutris is not according to our users
  4. 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.

    45 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.

    • PlayOnLinux - PlayOnMac is Free and Open SourceLutris is also Free and Open Source
    • PlayOnLinux - PlayOnMac is a Compatibility Layer Lutris is a Game Library Manager
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  6. Bottles icon

    Bottles

     50 likes

    Easily manage wineprefix on Linux.

    41 Bottles alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Flathub
    Main screenshot, showing three windows; the main window, an application window, and the New Bottle window.
     
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    Bottles vs Lutris Comments
    Guest
    Negative
    0

    Bottles is for Windows software only. Lutris is a ui for managing games across everywhere.

    • Bottles is Free and Open SourceLutris is also Free and Open Source
    • Bottles is a Compatibility Layer Lutris is a Game Library Manager
    • Bottles is Customizable, Minimalistic and Privacy focusedLutris is not according to our users
  8. Retrom icon

    Retrom

     39 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.

    51 Retrom alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
    • Docker
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
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  9. Game Jolt icon

    Game Jolt

     70 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.

    26 Game Jolt alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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  10. Hydra Launcher icon

    Hydra Launcher

     24 likes

    Game launcher with integrated BitTorrent client enables automatic repack scraping from Megathread sources, How Long To Beat integration, moveable download paths, frequent notifications on repack updates, cross-platform Windows and Linux support, and consistent updates.

    50 Hydra Launcher alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    Hydra Launcher screenshot 1
     
  11. CrossOver icon

    CrossOver

     77 likes

    Cross-platform utility enables seamless installation and execution of Windows applications on macOS, Linux, and Chrome OS. No Windows license required—facilitates easy app management with a few clicks, eliminates the need for virtual machines and reboots, delivering efficient compatibility layer operation.

    46 CrossOver alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Linux
    • Android
    • Chrome OS
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    CrossOver vs Lutris Comments
    Guest
    Negative
    -1

    Used to run windows applications, and windows applications only.

    Guest
    Negative
    -1

    Only supports Wine games and even then, for a commercial system, support is little better than the Open Source WINE.

    • CrossOver is Paid and ProprietaryLutris is Free and Open Source
    • CrossOver is a Compatibility Layer Lutris is a Game Library Manager
  14. Ludo icon

    Ludo

     21 likes

    Ludo is an Emulator Frontend able to run retro video games. Ludo does not emulate the consoles itself, but does it through emulator plugins called libretro cores. Libretro cores are well known emulators (like Snes9x or Genesis Plus GX or PCSX) stripped from their user interface.

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    Ludo's user interface is distraction free and configuration is always optional.
     
  15. Pegasus icon

    Pegasus

     29 likes

    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.

    55 Pegasus alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • Raspberry Pi
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