Steam Alternatives

Steam is described as 'Digital distribution, digital rights management, multiplayer and communications platform developed by Valve Corporation. It is used to distribute a wide range of games and related media entirely over the internet, stretching from one-man independent efforts to some of' and is a leading Game Store in the gaming software category. There are more than 50 alternatives to Steam for a variety of platforms, including Web-based, Windows, Android, Linux and Mac apps. The best Steam alternative is GOG.com, which is free. Other great apps like Steam are itch.io, Lutris, Ubisoft Connect and Playnite.

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Steam alternatives are mainly Game Stores, but if you're looking for Game Library Managers or App Stores you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Linux, Windows, Free, Open Source, App Store, Mac and Game Library Manager. You can also filter by region, for example EU-based alternatives if you prefer software developed in the European Union. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to Steam.
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  1. EA App icon

    EA App

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    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...

    48 EA App alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
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    Top Positive Comment
    RemovedUser
    0

    Awful. I made an effort a while back to delete the application as soon as possible even if that meant not being able to play a legal copy of The Sims 4. It just wasn't worth that for me. So much unnecessary bloat for reasons I'm still trying to figure out.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Top Negative Comment
    shelehovchanin
    8

    Small library of games. Uncomfortable chat. Extra launcher, which is only needed for EA, not to pay third-party companies for promotion.

    DL300
    Negative
    1

    The original spyware-disguised-as-a-launcher

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    • Most users think EA App is a great Steam alternative.

    • EA App is Free and ProprietarySteam is also Free and Proprietary
  2. NEXARDA icon

    NEXARDA

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    NEXARDA™ is the video game price comparison website that helps everyone game more, for less! Browse 2,000+ games on all platforms. Get started for free today!

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Web Browser
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  4. GamersGate icon

    GamersGate

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    Buy and download games instantly for PC and Mac.

    GamersGate is the leading digital distribution platform for PC and Mac games creating easily accessible gaming experiences for gamers worldwide – anytime, anywhere. Offering a “client-free” experience that eliminates the need for.

    29 GamersGate alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Online
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    GOG GALAXY

    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.

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    GameDatum.com

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    Play the Best Free Games Online - We find them for you! Game datum for each free online game and more! Discover and play the Best Free Games Online gamedatum.com

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
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  7. GameRoom icon

    GameRoom

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    A slick Windows game manager, which automatically scans and scraps games from Steam (installed or not), Origin, Battle.net, GoG.com and UPlay. It also monitors your play time and allows some automatization like power management and custom commands.

    27 GameRoom alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  8. Myket icon

    Myket

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    Find and download apps and games for your Android device. Keep your phone always updated.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
     
  10. WinGameStore icon

    WinGameStore

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    A store dedicated to Windows and Linux games. Over a thousand games to choose from! Instantly download and play most games for sale.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Online
     
  11. CJS CD Keys icon

    CJS CD Keys

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    CJS CD Keys, has been around since November 2009 and has since grown to become one of the largest CD Key stores online today, offering genuine and brand new activation codes for all the latest PC Games, which can be used to get full digital downloads of the games.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
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  12. IndieGameStand icon

    IndieGameStand

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    IndieGameStand is a different kind of indie gaming bundle and promotional website. Our site is about featuring and promoting a new independent game every 96 hours (4 days) for gamers to purchase at a discounted price. That's a new Pay-What-You-Want game sale every few days.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
     
  13. FireFlower Games icon

    FireFlower Games

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    FireFlower Games sells DRM-free games for Windows, Linux and Mac for direct download. We focus on indie games and our aim is to bring you games that are entertaining, nice-looking and innovative with a touch of sci-fi.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
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  15. Voobly icon

    Voobly

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    Voobly is an online gaming client that comes with a social environment built in similar to Facebook. Voobly is an easy to use system which requires no more than a few and simple steps to start playing your favorite games online in a matter of minutes. What are you waiting for?

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
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