Lutris AlternativesOnly apps categorised as Game Library Managers

The best Game Library Manager alternative to Lutris 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 Game Library Managers so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Game Library Manager alternatives to Lutris are Playnite, Heroic Games Launcher, GOG GALAXY and Bottles.

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  1. Steam icon
     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

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • Windows Phone
    • iPad
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • SteamOS
     
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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. Playnite icon
     256 likes

    Open-source launcher and manager organizing PC, emulated, and custom games from platforms such as Steam, GOG, Origin, and Uplay under a single customizable interface, supporting metadata, controller mode, plugins, themes, playtime tracking, and multi-language options.

    59 Playnite alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
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    Playnite vs Lutris Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    ahmed52
    0

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

    Top Negative Comment
    Guest
    6

    Lutris is for Linux while Playnite is for Windows only

    DifferentDance8Real
    Positive
    -1

    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
  3. 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

    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. GOG GALAXY icon
     208 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.

    47 GOG GALAXY alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    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
    11

    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
  5. Bottles icon
     50 likes

    Easily manage wineprefix on Linux.

    41 Bottles alternatives

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    • Linux
    • Flathub
     
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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
  6. Retrom icon
     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

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    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
    • Docker
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
     
  7. 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.

    26 Game Jolt alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Platforms

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

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
     
  9. Ubisoft Connect icon
     64 likes

    Multiplatform ecosystem uniting gamers with cross-progression and cross-play features. Enjoy news, rewards, and social benefits across devices, accessible via desktop and mobile apps.

    34 Ubisoft Connect alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
  10. LaunchBox icon
     49 likes

    LaunchBox was originally built as an attractive frontend to DOSBox, but has since expanded to support both modern PC games and emulated console platforms. LaunchBox aims to be the one-stop shop for gaming on your computer, for both modern and...

    64 LaunchBox alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Android
     
  11. EA App icon
     120 likes

    The EA App, formerly known as Origin, is the built-from-scratch PC platform for EA players, games, and content. It brings you a faster experience, fewer clicks to jump back into your favorite games, and powerful Playtime Controls to help you keep tabs on how much time you and...

    50 EA App alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
     
  12. 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.

    55 Pegasus alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • Raspberry Pi
     
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