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, Epic Games Store and Ubisoft Connect.

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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, EU, 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. Vizzed.com icon
     10 likes

    Vizzed is an online community with 1000s of free classic retro games.

    We've got every game for the following systems: NES, Super Nintendo, N64, Game Boy Advance, Sega Genesis, Game Boy Color, Sega 32x, Game Boy, Game Gear, Sega Master System, Turbo Grafx, Atari 2600, Apple I.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  2. Social Club icon
     2 likes

    Join over 100 million Social Club members worldwide on the official Rockstar Games platform to enhance and extend your gaming experience.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  3. DotEmu icon
     13 likes

    DotEmu offers DRM-free classic PC games like Raptor, Moto Racer, Gobliiins, Broken Sword, Commandos and more classic retro games for cheap.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  4. DJL icon
     17 likes

    Djl is an open-source (GPL licensed) game manager written in Python 2.5 for the GNU/Linux Operating Systems. It is inspired by Valves Steam software for Windows.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Linux
     
  5. EA App icon
     119 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...

    49 EA App alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
     
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    EA App vs Steam Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    Guest
    2

    It has game that Steam hasn't

    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

    3 of 7 comments
    • EA App is Free and ProprietarySteam is also Free and Proprietary
  6. 2Game icon
     2 likes

    All the CD Keys for the Latest PC Games: Cheap Steam Keys, Xbox Live Gold, Xbox Game Pass & a Buzzing Gaming Community. Get Your CD Keys Discount Today!

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  7. Playtester icon
     2 likes

    Playtester is a platform that helps players discover playtests and demos across platforms like Steam, Xbox, and PlayStation.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  8. Zoom Platform Digital storefront sells classic PC games and exclusive titles through their download service at a low prices, DRM Free games, that are updated to run on the latest versions of Windows, Linux or Mac.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
     
  9. Arc icon
     6 likes

    Arc brings your favorite games, communities, media and entertainment together onto one easy-to-use platform.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Online
     
  10. GameStreamer icon
     4 likes

    Connection people and games anywhere.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Online
     
  11. RPGMaker.net icon
     9 likes

    A site dedicated to games created using the popular RPGMaker software.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
     
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