Steam AlternativesOnly apps categorised as Game Library Managers

The best Game Library Manager alternative to Steam is Lutris, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to Steam and 18 are Game Library Managers so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Game Library Manager alternatives to Steam are Ubisoft Connect, Playnite, Epic Games Store and Heroic Games Launcher.

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  1. Lutris icon
     234 likes

    Lutris is an 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.

    62 Lutris alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Online
    • Flathub
     
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    Lutris vs Steam Comments
    Conner Vieira
    Positive
    5

    Lutris isn't exactly a store, the way Steam is, but it's great for managing large game libraries, and even supports seamless emulation.

    ab1
    Negative
    -2

    Many Installers are broken and users are welcomed to guess which and how... Mix of minefield and junkyard in practice. Just save your time.

    • Lutris is Free and Open SourceSteam is Free and Proprietary
    • Lutris is LightweightSteam is not according to our users
  2. 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.

    32 Ubisoft Connect alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
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    Ubisoft Connect vs Steam Comments
    DL300
    Positive
    2

    Garbage. Constant nagging, terrible UI, awful prices, very buggy and slow. Literally not one single positive. Also rammed down your throat on Steam so double DRM, also for no reason.

    somegirlfromit
    Positive
    2

    Almost purely used for the Ubisoft catalog (Assassin's Creed, Far Cry, etc.) but a much tighter offering than it was when it launched in 2009.

    Kualdir
    Positive
    0

    While the launcher isn't great, by buying your games here you don't give 30% of a cut to platforms like Steam, thereby Ubisoft gets more money from your purchase.

    • Ubisoft Connect is Free and ProprietarySteam is also Free and Proprietary
  3. Playnite icon
     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 Steam Comments
    DL300
    Positive
    2

    Way, way better than Steam in every single way. Even has exotic console features like quick-resume. Steam is an absolute first-year-coder joke compared to this. Playnite's devs work hard and are talented.

    • Playnite is Free and Open SourceSteam is Free and Proprietary
    • Playnite is CustomizableSteam is not according to our users
  4. Epic Games Store icon
     119 likes

    A digital distribution store featuring AAA and indie titles, 88% developer revenue share, exclusive 100% first-run revenue, a rotating free games program, wishlist, personalized recommendations, subscription support, and continuous platform enhancements.

    34 Epic Games Store alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
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    5
    Epic Games Store vs Steam Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    Anipe
    2

    different games and encourages competition in the industry, its good

    Top Negative Comment
    braky
    6

    Epic Games forces games (not all) who were announced to release on other distribution platforms to release exclusively on their storefront.

    Alan Maccormak
    Positive
    0

    Whatever you said Steam is just more easy to use and more widespread than Epic Games, but EGS itself is quite good

    3 of 5 comments
    • Epic Games Store is Free and ProprietarySteam is also Free and Proprietary
  5. 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

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • AppImageHub
    • Flathub
     
  6. GOG GALAXY icon
     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

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
     
  7. Battle.net icon
     55 likes

    Battle.net is an Internet-based online game, social networking service, digital distribution, and digital rights management platform developed by Blizzard Entertainment.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
     
  8. Game Jolt icon
     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
     
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    Game Jolt vs Steam Comments
    Sebastian
    Positive
    0

    good for finding indies titles

    Sparky dev
    Positive
    0

    Most of indie titles are born here before going to steam

    • Game Jolt is Freemium and Open SourceSteam is Free and Proprietary
  9. GameHub icon
     43 likes

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

    48 GameHub alternatives

    Cost / License

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • AppImageHub
    • Flatpak
     
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    GameHub vs Steam Comments
    Conner Vieira
    Positive
    0

    It's simple and easy. If you want more control, something like Lutris might be better. However, for a painless and easy experience, GameHub is great.

    • GameHub is Free and Open SourceSteam is Free and Proprietary
  10. Pegasus icon
     28 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.

    49 Pegasus alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • Raspberry Pi
     
  11. Apple Games icon
     3 likes

    An all-in-one gaming destination for players to explore what‘s happening across their games, discover new ones, and play with friends.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad
     
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