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Also covers game, library manager, and open source · same kind of open-source project · free
Manage Steam, Origin, and Uplay game libraries with this multi-library desktop utility.
Alternatives
The Best Playnite Alternatives in 2026
24 alternatives1 free · 23 open source
Looking for something like Playnite? Here are 24 alternatives, ranked by how closely they match it on purpose, features and platforms. Of these, 1 are free or have a free plan and 23 are open source.
Manage game libraries from multiple stores and emulators in one interface with Playnite.
Top picks at a glance
First suggestionSteam-Library-ManagerManage Steam, Origin, and Uplay game libraries with this…Another optionProject GLDProject GLD manages game libraries on Windows…
Quick comparison
| # | Alternative | Pricing | Open source | Platforms |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Steam-Library-Manager | Free | Yes | — |
| 2 | Project GLD | — | Not stated | Web, Windows |
| 3 | SDD GUI | — | Yes | Linux, macOS, Windows |
| 4 | SaveState | — | Yes | Linux |
| 5 | Amethyst Mod Manager | — | Yes | Linux |
| 6 | ProtonUp-Qt | — | Yes | — |
| 7 | Prism Launcher | — | Yes | — |
| 8 | Steam Rom Manager | — | Yes | — |
| 9 | Achievement-Watcher | — | Yes | Windows |
| 10 | PlayniteExtensionsCollection | — | Yes | — |
All Playnite alternatives
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Project GLD
y0urd34th.github.io/Project-GLDAlso covers game and library manager
Project GLD manages game libraries on Windows, automatically importing collections and gathering metadata for launch and organization.
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Also covers game and open source · same kind of open-source project
Manage Steam game depots and select older game versions with this DepotDownloader interface.
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Also covers game and open source · same kind of open-source project
Back up and manage game saves, including Steam and Minecraft saves, with SaveState.
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Also covers game and open source · same kind of open-source project
Linux users can manage mods from several titles in Amethyst Mod Manager's Mod Organizer-style interface.
6
Also covers open source · same kind of open-source project
Install and manage GE-Proton, Luxtorpeda & more for Steam and Wine-GE & more for Lutris with this graphical user interface.
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Also covers game and open source · same kind of open-source project
Prism Launcher lets users manage multiple Minecraft installations and is a custom launcher forked from MultiMC.
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Also covers game and open source · same kind of open-source project
Import multiple games and manage their artwork in Steam with Steam ROM Manager.
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Also covers game and open source · same kind of open-source project
Track PC game achievements, playtime, and screenshots with Achievement Watcher, including games from Steam and emulators.
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Also covers game and open source · same kind of open-source project
This collection gathers extensions for the Playnite game library manager.
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Also covers game and open source · same kind of open-source project
C# application with primary purpose of farming Steam cards from multiple accounts simultaneously.
12
Also covers game and open source · same kind of open-source project
DLSS Swapper downloads, manages, and swaps DLSS, FSR, and XeSS libraries to update or change graphics upscalers.
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Also covers game and open source · same kind of open-source project
Adjust ZeroTier network interface settings on Windows to help multiplayer games work over local networks.
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Also covers game and open source · same kind of open-source project
Download Steam Workshop items through a graphical interface for SteamCMD.
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Also covers game and open source · same kind of open-source project
Homebrew App Store provides a graphical interface for downloading and managing open-source homebrew apps.
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Also covers game and open source · same kind of open-source project
Manage Steam achievements with SamRewritten, a desktop utility for Windows and Linux.
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Also covers game and open source · same kind of open-source project
Install and manage games through Open Game Installer, a platform built with developers in mind.
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Also covers open source · same kind of open-source project
Achievement Watcher parses achievement files and provides real-time notifications for game achievements.
19
Also covers open source · same kind of open-source project
Organize and manage Thunderstore modifications with Gale, a mod manager for installed games.
20
Also covers game and open source · same kind of open-source project
Launch multiple instances of a supported game for split-screen multiplayer with Nucleus Co-op.
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Also covers game and open source · same kind of open-source project
Deploy and manage Minecraft or Steam game servers from a distributed multi-user control panel.
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Also covers game and open source · same kind of open-source project
Manage game servers with Pelican, an open-source panel built with Laravel and Docker.
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Also covers game and open source · same kind of open-source project
Manage Wii game backups and homebrew applications with TinyWiiBackupManager.
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Also covers game and open source · same kind of open-source project
Explore a web interface for the Adventure text and component framework in this repository.
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What is the best alternative to Playnite?
Based on features, tags and platforms, the closest alternatives to Playnite are Steam-Library-Manager, Project GLD, and SDD GUI.
Is there a free alternative to Playnite?
Yes. Steam-Library-Manager is free or offer a free plan.
Are there open-source alternatives to Playnite?
Yes: Steam-Library-Manager, SDD GUI, SaveState, and Amethyst Mod Manager.
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