Moonlight Game Streaming AlternativesTop Remote Desktop Tools and other similar apps like Moonlight Game Streaming

Moonlight Game Streaming is described as 'Moonlight allows you to stream your collection of games from your GameStream-compatible PC to any supported device and play them remotely. Moonlight is perfect for gameplay on the go without sacrificing the graphics quality of your gaming computer' and is a Remote Desktop tool in the gaming software category. There are more than 10 alternatives to Moonlight Game Streaming for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Linux, Android, Mac and Web-based apps. The best Moonlight Game Streaming alternative is Parsec, which is free. Other great apps like Moonlight Game Streaming are Steam Link / Steam Remote Play, Apollo (Sunshine-Fork), Nvidia Grid and XStreaming.

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  1. Parsec icon

    Parsec

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    Securely access remote computers in low latency, 60 FPS, and HD. Play local multiplayer games, collaborate on work with multiple monitors, or use advanced tools and permissions for teams. Enjoy end-to-end encryption, two-factor authentication, and portable access, ad-free.

    37 Parsec alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
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    Comments about Parsec as an Alternative to Moonlight Game Streaming
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    Parsec has lower latency, less setup, easier setup, more options, does not require a specific GPU, supports multiplayer, does not require a static IP for remote use, does not drop frames, allows gamepad rebinding, supports 264 & 265 and looks like double the bitrate of moonlight at the same bitrate. Comparing these two is an insult to Parsec, which is perfect. Moonlight is GARBAGE.

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    • Almost everyone thinks Parsec is a great Moonlight Game Streaming alternative.

    • Parsec is the most popular Windows, Android, Mac & Linux alternative to Moonlight Game Streaming.

    • Parsec is the most popular free alternative to Moonlight Game Streaming.

    • Parsec is Freemium and ProprietaryMoonlight Game Streaming is Free and Open Source
    • Parsec is LightweightMoonlight Game Streaming is not according to our users
  2. Steam Link / Steam Remote Play icon

    Steam Link / Steam Remote Play

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    Extend your Steam gaming experience to your mobile device, TV, VR headset or PC, also works for non-gaming stuff like controlling the desktop.

    9 Steam Link / Steam Remote Play alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple TV
    • Flathub
    • Steam
    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Raspberry Pi
    • Meta Quest
    • Android TV
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    Steam Link is the only streaming platform that's worse than Moonlight, which is unbelievably bad and perpetually broken itself.

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    • Most users think Steam Link / Steam Remote Play is a great Moonlight Game Streaming alternative.

    • Steam Link / Steam Remote Play is the most popular iPhone & iPad alternative to Moonlight Game Streaming.

    • Steam Link / Steam Remote Play is Free and ProprietaryMoonlight Game Streaming is Free and Open Source
    • Steam Link / Steam Remote Play is Privacy focused and LightweightMoonlight Game Streaming is not according to our users
  4. Apollo (Sunshine-Fork) icon

    Apollo (Sunshine-Fork)

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    Apollo is a self-hosted desktop stream host for Artemis(Moonlight Noir). Offering low latency, cloud gaming server capabilities with support for AMD, Intel, and Nvidia GPUs for hardware encoding.

    3 Apollo (Sunshine-Fork) alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Debian
    • Fedora
    • Ubuntu
    • Linux
     

    • Apollo (Sunshine-Fork) is the most popular Open Source alternative to Moonlight Game Streaming.

    • Apollo (Sunshine-Fork) is Free and Open SourceMoonlight Game Streaming is also Free and Open Source
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    Nvidia Grid

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    Amazing gaming. Anywhere.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • iPhone
    • iPad
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  6. XStreaming icon

    XStreaming

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    XStreaming is an open-source Xbox/cloud gaming streaming client for mobile devices, inspired by the API interfaces and implementations provided by Greenlight.

    5 XStreaming alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • SteamOS
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  7. BoomBaxer icon

    BoomBaxer

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    BoomBaxer provides a unique platform for gamers to connect, share content, and enhance visibility. It fosters a global community for showcasing talent, meeting new peers, and building connections beyond gaming sessions. Easy sign-up opens pathways to enhance gaming presence.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Online
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    • BoomBaxer is the most popular Web-based alternative to Moonlight Game Streaming.

    • BoomBaxer is Free and ProprietaryMoonlight Game Streaming is Free and Open Source
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    FreeToGame

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    FreeToGame is a gaming platform that provides access to the best free-to-play games and MMO Games while rewarding gamers with free premium in-game loot, special offers and exclusive perks at no cost to the user!

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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    • FreeToGame is the most popular SaaS alternative to Moonlight Game Streaming.

    • FreeToGame is Free and ProprietaryMoonlight Game Streaming is Free and Open Source
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    Kainy

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    Kainy is a remote desktop oriented for gaming and performance. Stream your games from your PC into your Phone/Tablet.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Android
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    Greenlight

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    Greenlight is an open-source client for Xbox Cloud Gaming and Xbox home streaming made in Typescript.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Flathub
    • Linux
    • Mac
    • Windows
     
  12. OneCast icon

    OneCast

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    Stream your Xbox One games to your Mac and play from anywhere. Never again will your gaming be interrupted when someone else needs to use the TV!

    5 OneCast alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Xbox
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    • OneCast is the most popular commercial alternative to Moonlight Game Streaming.

    • OneCast is Paid and ProprietaryMoonlight Game Streaming is Free and Open Source
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    Otoy

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    OTOY moves everything to the cloud. Computer applications, operating systems, video games, High Definition media content - all available, on demand, over the internet.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
     
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    Nestri

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    Nestri is an open-source, self-hosted Geforce Now alternative with Stadia's social features. Built and shaped by our gaming community.

    5 Nestri alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
     

    • Nestri is the most popular Self-Hosted alternative to Moonlight Game Streaming.

    • Nestri is Freemium and Open SourceMoonlight Game Streaming is Free and Open Source
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