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. GameHub icon
     43 likes

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

    47 GameHub alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • AppImageHub
    • Flatpak
     
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    Comments about GameHub as an Alternative to Steam
    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 icon
    GameHub icon
    • GameHub is Free and Open SourceSteam is Free and Proprietary
  2. 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
     
  3. Google Play Games is a multi-platform gaming experience built and operated by Google featuring seamless gameplay across PCs, Chromebooks and mobile.

    20 Google Play Games alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Android
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • Android TV
    • Android Wear
    • Online
     
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    Comments about Google Play Games as an Alternative to Steam
    Kualdir
    Negative
    0

    Google play is for mobile games, not PC games.

    Guest
    Negative
    3

    Steam is computer games store and Google Play Games is for mobile games

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Negative
    0

    Steam is computer games store and Google Play Games is for mobile games

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    3 of 4 comments
    Google Play Games icon
    Google Play Games icon
    • This alternative is disputed. Google Play Games is a legitimate Steam alternative, but it might have issues that some users think are important.

    • Google Play Games is Free and ProprietarySteam is also Free and Proprietary
  4. ZapStore icon
     8 likes

    It uses nostr to establish identity, linking release artifacts to social profiles validated by the web of trust. This enables secure installs, a new app discoverability layer and developer monetization via zaps.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
     
  5. RetroAchievements.org is a community who collaborate and compete to earn custom-made achievements in classic games through emulation.

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  6. 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
     
  7. 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...

    35 GameGator alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • JavaScript
    • PHP
     
  8. Loaded icon
     3 likes

    Delivers instant digital codes for games, memberships, top-ups, expansions, and DLCs on PC, Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo, featuring over 15,000 titles, secure purchases, competitive prices, efficient digital delivery, and global online access for gamers.

    34 Loaded alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  9. Legendary icon
     9 likes

    Legendary is an open-source game launcher that can download and install games from the Epic Games platform on Linux and Windows. It's name as a tongue-in-cheek play on tiers of item rarity in many MMORPGs.

    Cost / License

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Mac
     
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