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 Windows, Mac and Linux. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to Lutris.
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  1. Steam icon
     2466 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.

    67 Steam alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • Windows Phone
    • iPad
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • SteamOS
     
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  2. 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

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • AppImageHub
    • Flathub
     
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  3. 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

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Wine
    • FreeBSD
     
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  4. Bottles icon
     50 likes

    Easily manage wineprefix on Linux.

    40 Bottles alternatives

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    • Linux
    • Flathub
     
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  5. Retrom icon
     35 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.

    44 Retrom alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

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

    25 Game Jolt alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
  7. CrossOver icon
     78 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.

    45 CrossOver alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Linux
    • Android
    • Chrome OS
     
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  8. Ludo icon
     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.

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
  9. Rare Launcher icon
     10 likes

    GUI for legendary. An Epic Games Launcher open source alternative.

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
     
  10. Pegasus icon
     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.

    50 Pegasus alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • Raspberry Pi
     
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