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RemotePlay
remoteplay.dl.playstation.net/remoteplay/lang/gbAlso covers game, game utilities, and ios
Use Sony’s PS Remote Play service to play from PlayStation 5 or PlayStation 4 consoles on supported devices.
Alternatives
The Best Steam Link Alternatives in 2026
24 alternatives2 free · 6 open source
Looking for something like Steam Link? Here are 24 alternatives, ranked by how closely they match it on purpose, features and platforms. Of these, 2 are free or have a free plan and 6 are open source.
About Steam Linkstore.steampowered.com/remoteplay
VisitStream games from a computer to supported devices using Steam Remote Play.
Top picks at a glance
First suggestionRemotePlayUse Sony’s PS Remote Play service to play from PlayStation…Free or freemium optionRadminRadmin VPN securely connects remote computers into a local…Open source optionBetter XcloudThe Better Xcloud userscript adds browser support for…Another optionBetter xCloudBetter xCloud adds features to Xbox's cloud play service…
Quick comparison
| # | Alternative | Pricing | Open source | Platforms |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | RemotePlay | — | Not stated | Android, iOS, Web |
| 2 | Better xCloud | — | Not stated | Android, iOS, Linux |
| 3 | Chiaki | — | Not stated | Android, Linux, macOS |
| 4 | Better Xcloud | — | Yes | Android, iOS, Linux |
| 5 | chiaki-ng | — | Yes | Android, Linux, macOS |
| 6 | SysDVR | — | Yes | Android, Linux, Windows |
| 7 | Radmin | Free | Not stated | Web, Windows |
| 8 | Hamachi | — | Not stated | Web |
| 9 | Greenlight | — | Yes | Linux, macOS, Windows |
| 10 | Sizzle.gg | — | Not stated | Web |
All Steam Link alternatives
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Better xCloud
better-xcloud.github.ioAlso covers game, game utilities, and remote play
Better xCloud adds features to Xbox's cloud play service and enables Remote Play through the xCloud website.
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Chiaki
git.sr.ht/~thestr4ng3r/chiakiAlso covers game, game utilities, and remote play
Connect to PlayStation Remote Play with Chiaki, a free and open-source client.
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Also covers game utilities and remote play · open source
The Better Xcloud userscript adds browser support for Xbox's cloud service and Remote Play, according to its repository.
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Also covers game, game utilities, and remote play · open source
Next-Generation of Chiaki (the open-source remote play client for PlayStation)
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Also covers game and game utilities · open source
Stream Nintendo Switch gameplay to a computer over USB or a network with SysDVR.
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Also covers game and game utilities · free
Radmin VPN securely connects remote computers into a local network for shared access and multiplayer sessions.
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Hamachi
vpn.netAlso covers game and game utilities
Hamachi creates virtual networks so remote computers can connect as if they were on one local network.
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Also covers game and game utilities · open source
Greenlight provides an open-source client for Xbox's cloud play service and home streaming.
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Sizzle.gg
sizzle.ggAlso covers game and game utilities · same kind of online tool
Sizzle helps gamers create highlights from streams or uploaded gameplay videos.
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Kaeru Team
kaeru.worldAlso covers game, game utilities, and ios
Kaeru Team develops network services and homebrew tools for Nintendo platforms and mobile devices.
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Also covers game and game utilities
Get targeted hints for computer games by selecting a question and revealing only the help needed.
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SystemRequirementsLab
systemrequirementslab.com/cyriAlso covers game and game utilities
Check whether your computer meets the requirements for selected games with Can You RUN It.
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Also covers game and game utilities · open source
Stream VR games from a PC to a headset over Wi-Fi with ALVR, an open-source streaming application.
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ENBSeries
enbdev.comAlso covers game and game utilities
ENBSeries provides graphics modifications and configuration resources for supported PC games.
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Save Game World
savegameworld.comAlso covers game and game utilities
Save Game World provides downloadable game saves and guides for restoring progress in supported games.
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JoystickGremlin
whitemagic.github.io/JoystickGremlinAlso covers game and game utilities
Joystick Gremlin configures and manages joystick devices, helping users map inputs for games and applications.
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Also covers game and game utilities · same kind of online tool · open source
Decky Loader adds plugin support to Steam Deck, with plugins for customization and other features.
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SpecialK
special-k.infoAlso covers game and game utilities
SpecialK provides PC game modification tools for customizing supported titles.
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NetMaker
netmaker.ioAlso covers game and game utilities
Connect devices, cloud environments, and sites through Netmaker’s WireGuard-based zero-trust networking platform.
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Archcord
flashcarts.netAlso covers game and game utilities
Archcord recommends flashcarts for different systems and collects guides about compatible devices.
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Lanemu
gitlab.com/Monsterovich/lanemuAlso covers game and game utilities
Lanemu provides a serverless decentralized virtual private network for connecting devices.
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3DS Homebrew Guide
3ds.hacks.guideAlso covers game and game utilities
3DS Hacks Guide provides instructions for installing custom firmware on Nintendo 3DS devices.
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Also covers game and game utilities · free
Vita Hacks Guide provides a complete walkthrough for installing custom firmware on PS Vita and PS TV devices.
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Alternatives to similar tools
RemotePlay24 alternativesBetter xCloud24 alternativesALVR24 alternativesDecky Loader24 alternativeschiaki-ng24 alternativesGreenlight24 alternatives
What is the best alternative to Steam Link?
Based on features, tags and platforms, the closest alternatives to Steam Link are RemotePlay, Better xCloud, and Chiaki.
Is there a free alternative to Steam Link?
Yes. Radmin and Vita Hacks Guide are free or offer a free plan.
Are there open-source alternatives to Steam Link?
Yes: Better Xcloud, chiaki-ng, SysDVR, and Greenlight.
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