Apollo

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What Apollo is

Apollo is a free, self-hosted desktop streaming host for Artemis (Moonlight Noir). It runs on Windows, macOS, or Linux and streams to Android clients, with a listed maximum resolution of 4K. The project describes it as designed for low latency and streaming at the client device’s native resolution. Video encoding can use AMD, Intel, or Nvidia hardware, or software encoding.

A web interface lets users configure Apollo and pair clients from a browser, including on a mobile device. Its virtual display supports HDR and automatically matches the client’s configured resolution and frame rate. Virtual display support is currently limited to Windows, with Linux support planned. Apollo also includes per-client permissions, clipboard sync, commands to connect or disconnect, and an input-only mode. The first paired client receives full permissions; later clients initially can view streams and list apps. Apollo uses SudoVDA for its virtual display, and Artemis provides client-side controls for virtual display options. The project recommends downloading from GitHub Releases and also lists community-maintained WinGet and Chocolatey options. Apollo is licensed under GPLv3. Host minimums include Windows 10, macOS 12, Debian 11, Fedora 39, or Ubuntu 22.04. HDR results depend on the client; the project generally recommends SDR for more stable color accuracy.

Who it suits

Apollo suits people who want to host desktop streams themselves and use Artemis on an Android client. It may fit users who need client-specific permissions or virtual display options, provided the host platform supports the features they want.

What it does well

Supports Windows, macOS, and Linux hosts.
Streams to Android clients at up to 4K.
Can use AMD, Intel, or Nvidia hardware encoding.
Browser interface supports configuration and client pairing.
Includes per-client permissions, clipboard sync, and input-only mode.
Licensed under GPLv3.

What to know first

Virtual display support is currently Windows-only.
Artemis is listed with Android client support; other platforms are planned.
HDR results depend on the client, and SDR is recommended for steadier color accuracy.
The project does not provide real-time chat support.

Getting started

Visit the Apollo GitHub repository.
Check that the host meets the listed minimum operating system requirement.
Download Apollo from GitHub Releases, or use a listed community-maintained WinGet or Chocolatey option.
Configure Apollo through its web interface.
Pair an Artemis client from the web interface.

Verdict

Choose Apollo if you want a free, self-hosted host for streaming to Artemis on Android, with multiple encoding options and per-client controls. Look elsewhere if you need virtual display on Linux or a client platform beyond Android today.

Questions

How much does Apollo cost?

Apollo is listed as free, with no free trial.

Which host and client platforms are listed?

Host platforms are Windows, macOS, and Linux. Android is listed as the Artemis client platform.

What is the maximum resolution?

The listed maximum resolution is 4K.

Does Apollo support virtual display on Linux?

Virtual display support is currently Windows-only; Linux support is described as planned.

What license does Apollo use?

The repository lists Apollo under the GPLv3 license.

Where can users get support?

Support is provided through GitHub Issues and Discussions; the project says it will not provide real-time chat support.

Facts from Apollo's own pages

Client controls: Apollo includes per-client permission management, clipboard sync, connection and disconnection commands, and an input-only mode. · github.com, 7 Oct 2026
Client platform: The README says Artemis currently supports Android, with other platforms planned. · github.com, 8 Oct 2026
Downloads: The README recommends GitHub Releases for direct downloads and also lists community-maintained WinGet and Chocolatey installation options. · github.com, 8 Oct 2026
Encoding: Apollo supports hardware encoding on AMD, Intel, and Nvidia GPUs, as well as software encoding. · github.com, 8 Oct 2026
Features: Its listed features include a virtual display with HDR support, client permission management, clipboard sync, connection and disconnection commands, and input-only mode. · github.com, 8 Oct 2026
HDR caveat: The project says HDR streaming results depend on the client and generally recommends SDR for more stable color accuracy. · github.com, 7 Oct 2026
Host requirements: The listed minimum operating systems are Windows 10 or later, macOS 12 or later, Debian 11, Fedora 39 or later, and Ubuntu 22.04 or later. · github.com, 7 Oct 2026
Integration: Apollo uses SudoVDA as its virtual display adapter driver and integrates virtual display controls with Artemis. · github.com, 8 Oct 2026
Integrations: Apollo uses SudoVDA for its virtual display, and Artemis provides client-side controls for virtual display options. · github.com, 7 Oct 2026
License: Apollo is distributed under the GPLv3 license. · github.com, 8 Oct 2026
Maker: The GitHub profile identifies ClassicOldSong as Yukino Song. · github.com, 8 Oct 2026
Permissions: The first paired client receives full permissions, while subsequently paired clients initially receive only View Streams and List Apps permissions. · github.com, 8 Oct 2026
Platform limitation: Virtual display support is currently Windows-only; Linux support is described as planned. · github.com, 7 Oct 2026
Product: Apollo is a self-hosted desktop stream host for Artemis (Moonlight Noir), designed for low latency and streaming at a client device’s native resolution. · github.com, 8 Oct 2026
Purpose: Apollo is a self-hosted desktop stream host for Artemis (Moonlight Noir), designed for low-latency streaming at the client’s native resolution. · github.com, 7 Oct 2026
Security note: A release note warns that a feature in certain other Sunshine forks has unencrypted communication and audio streams that are not client-separated. · github.com, 8 Oct 2026
Support: The maker says support is provided through GitHub Issues and Discussions, with no real-time chat support. · github.com, 8 Oct 2026
System requirements: The README lists Windows 10 or later, macOS 12 or later, Debian 11, Fedora 39 or later, and Ubuntu 22.04 or later among its minimum OS requirements. · github.com, 8 Oct 2026
Virtual display: Its built-in virtual display supports HDR and automatically matches the client’s configured resolution and frame rate. · github.com, 7 Oct 2026
Virtual display limit: The README says virtual display support is currently Windows-only, with Linux support planned. · github.com, 8 Oct 2026
Web interface: Apollo provides a web UI for configuration and client pairing through a browser. · github.com, 8 Oct 2026

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