No. 5 of 26 ·Game Remote Play Software

Greenlight

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Three barsScore 6.6

Greenlight is ranked #5 of 26 in game remote play software on Freedom251. It runs on Linux, macOS, Web, Windows. There is a free plan.

Greenlight plans and pricing

Open-source Free MIT license · no paid plans listed github.com · 1 Oct 2026

Free plan: Yes
Host platforms: Xbox One, Xbox Series, Xbox Cloud Gaming
Client platforms: Linux, macOS, Windows, Steam Deck, Chromium-based web browsers
Maximum resolution: 1080p
Console support: Yes
Local co-op support: Yes

Purpose: Greenlight is an open-source client for xCloud and Xbox home streaming.
Technology: The client is made in JavaScript and TypeScript.
Streaming: It streams video and audio from Xbox One and Xbox Series consoles.
Controls: It supports gamepad controls, keyboard controls, and rumble on xCloud.
Friends: It includes an online friends list showing which friends are online.
Web access: A WebUI option can make Greenlight available over a network to devices with Chromium-based browsers.
Authentication: Version 2.4.0 replaced the XAL authentication mechanism with MSAL.
Localization: Version 2.4.2 added German language support, while version 2.4.0 added English, Russian, and Ukrainian localization.
Steam Deck: The application is reported to work on Steam Deck with some small bugs and side effects.
Distribution: Downloads are provided as Flathub installation and precompiled release binaries.
Maintenance: The V2 release is in maintenance mode with only critical bug fixes and no new features planned for it.
Affiliation: Greenlight states that it is not affiliated with Microsoft, Xbox, or Moonlight.
Price from: Free

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