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The best Game Store alternative to Steam is GOG.com, which is free. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to Steam and many of them are Game Stores so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Game Store alternatives to Steam are itch.io, Lutris, Ubisoft Connect and Epic Games Store.

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  1. GOG.com icon

    GOG.com

     723 likes

    Digital platform for DRM-free PC games featuring both classics and modern releases, fully downloadable and playable without a launcher, curated selection, 30-day returns, compatibility updates, extra content like soundtracks, and support for multiple platforms.

    50 GOG.com alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    GOG.com screenshot 1
     
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    GOG.com vs Steam Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    Atoshi
    10

    Lack of DRMs, no requirements to stay online during playing, offline installers that you can keep forever, and they let you specify any target location for game files. You are legally allowed to redownload and install all games on unlimited number of computers in your household. Optional Steam-like client is available.

    pugimaynagtix
    Positive
    0

    I like GOG because you actually "own" the game you buy.

    DL300
    Positive
    0

    Better than Steam in every way except player counts. If you aren't going to be playing multiplayer, GoG is objectively superior in every way.

    3 of 14 comments
    • GOG.com is Free and ProprietarySteam is also Free and Proprietary
    • GOG.com is Privacy focused and LightweightSteam is not according to our users
  2. itch.io icon

    itch.io

     291 likes

    Indie game marketplace and community platform providing customizable pricing, pay-what-you-want options, game file hosting, stats tracking, and an app managing downloads and updates across Windows, macOS, and Linux, plus support for non-game digital content.

    42 itch.io alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • Epic Games Store
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    itch.io vs Steam Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    Guest
    16

    Quite possibly the best place available to lose an afternoon digging through both free and paid indie games ever since Desura kicked the bucket.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    RemovedUser
    Positive
    0

    Live life, breathe air. I know somehow we're gonna get there, and it'll be so wonderful.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    thebenmix11
    Positive
    1

    In my experience, it's one of the few that are both user-friendly and developer-friendly at the same time.

    3 of 5 comments
    • itch.io is Free and Open SourceSteam is Free and Proprietary
  4. Lutris icon

    Lutris

     238 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.

    63 Lutris alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Online
    • Flathub
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    Lutris vs Steam Comments
    Conner Vieira
    Positive
    6

    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
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  6. Ubisoft Connect icon

    Ubisoft Connect

     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.

    31 Ubisoft Connect alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    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
  7. Epic Games Store icon

    Epic Games Store

     121 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.

    35 Epic Games Store alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    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
  8. Heroic Games Launcher icon

    Heroic Games Launcher

     99 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 .

    33 Heroic Games Launcher alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • AppImageHub
    • Flathub
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  10. Google Play Store icon

    Google Play Store

     627 likes

    Google's official Android marketplace offers a diverse range of apps, games, books, and movies. Accessible via Android devices and web browsers, it features user reviews, secure transactions with Play Protect, personalized recommendations, and integrates with Google services.

    98 Google Play Store alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
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    Google Play Store vs Steam Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    ab1
    3

    Very decent and no need to install it for most phones

    Top Negative Comment
    very_unfortunate
    0

    Play Store is for phones, Steam is for PC

    Kualdir
    Negative
    0

    This is only for mobile games, steam is for PC.

    3 of 6 comments
    • Google Play Store is Free and ProprietarySteam is also Free and Proprietary
  11. GOG GALAXY icon

    GOG GALAXY

     202 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

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
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  12. Battle.net icon

    Battle.net

     57 likes

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

    20 Battle.net alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
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  13. Game Jolt icon

    Game Jolt

     68 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
  15. GameHub icon

    GameHub

     44 likes

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

    48 GameHub alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • AppImageHub
    • Flatpak
    GameHub allows to view, download, install, run and uninstall games from supported sources.
     
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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
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