The Best GOG.com AlternativesTop Game Stores and other similar apps like GOG.com

GOG.com is described as 'Digital store offering DRM-free classics and new PC titles with no client needed, 30-day returns, curated content, regular updates, and extra downloadable items' and is a leading Game Store in the security & privacy category. There are more than 50 alternatives to GOG.com for a variety of platforms, including Web-based, Windows, Linux, Android and Mac apps. The best GOG.com alternative is Steam, which is free. Other great apps like GOG.com are itch.io, Humble Bundle, Epic Games Store and Indiegala.

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  1. Steam icon
     2427 likes

    Steam provides a digital distribution platform for games with streaming, mod support, and multiplayer capabilities. Developed by Valve, it supports over 100 payment methods, includes Early Access, cloud sync, controller support for major brands, and offers an integrated gaming community.

    66 Steam alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • Windows Phone
    • iPad
    • Flathub
    • SteamOS
    • Snapcraft
     
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    Comments about Steam as an Alternative to GOG.com
    ab1
    Positive
    0

    There are too many issues on Steam that will never be fixed. They try too much and fail in many things. They force all subpar decisions without options.

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    • Almost everyone thinks Steam is a great GOG.com alternative.

    • Steam is the most popular Web-based, Windows, Android & Mac alternative to GOG.com.

    • Steam is the most popular free alternative to GOG.com.

    • Steam is Free and ProprietaryGOG.com is also Free and Proprietary
  2. itch.io icon
     278 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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    • Most users think itch.io is a great GOG.com alternative.

    • itch.io is the most popular Open Source alternative to GOG.com.

    • itch.io is Free and Open SourceGOG.com is Free and Proprietary
  3. Humble Bundle icon
     325 likes

    Offers digital bundles and a storefront with pay-what-you-want pricing for games, books, and software, featuring DRM-free options, cross-platform support, indie publishing, monthly subscriptions, charity donations, and distribution via download or keys.

    29 Humble Bundle alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
     
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    Comments about Humble Bundle as an Alternative to GOG.com
    Ashley Kirkland
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    -1

    It's different than GOG and it doesn't fit as an alternative but it is a great service nonetheless.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Most users think Humble Bundle is a great GOG.com alternative.

    • Humble Bundle is the most popular commercial alternative to GOG.com.

    • Humble Bundle is Paid and ProprietaryGOG.com is Free and Proprietary
  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. Indiegala icon
     43 likes

    Buy a bundle of games, you decide the price, and support charity in the process.

    21 Indiegala alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
     
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    Comments about Indiegala as an Alternative to GOG.com
    Guest
    Negative
    0

    Filter doesn't allow excluding specific tags

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Indiegala is Paid and ProprietaryGOG.com is Free and Proprietary
  6. Official retailer of PC and Xbox game keys with instant digital delivery, offering AAA and indie games for Steam, Uplay, Origin, and Epic Games Store. Features discounts, secure payment, verified partnerships, store credit rewards, bundles, reviews, and customer support.

    33 Green Man Gaming alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  7. Arcadia is a game launcher and manager designed as a libre replacement for Steam. Arcadia uses flatpak as its packaging system and pulls all data from flathub currently.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
     
  8. G2A icon
     30 likes

    G2A.COM is the world’s leading marketplace for digital entertainment, recognized for excellence in innovation, security, fraud prevention, and business impact.

    29 G2A alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • iPhone
    • iPad
     
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    Comments about G2A as an Alternative to GOG.com
    tvgoing1
    Negative
    1

    They sell keys not the digital files.

    Guest
    Negative
    0

    Filter doesn't allow excluding tags/genres, and it's not DRM-free.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Some users think G2A is a great GOG.com alternative, some don't.

    • G2A is Paid and ProprietaryGOG.com is Free and Proprietary
  9. GameDatum.com icon
     5 likes

    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
     
  10. GameGator icon
     27 likes

    GameGator is a consumer review and price comparison website launched in Europe, 2018, specialising in gaming products. The international website allows users to compare prices on digital games from a multitude of shops, the main product offering being game key codes to platforms...

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • JavaScript
    • PHP
     
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    Comments about GameGator as an Alternative to GOG.com
    darkciide
    Positive
    0

    Fantastic price comparison to save money on games.

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    • GameGator is Free and ProprietaryGOG.com is also Free and Proprietary
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