IndieGala is a digital distribution platform and game development studio with a store for PC games. Its store offers sales, Steam keys, bundles, freebies and giveaways, and the company describes a catalog of over 7,000 titles from indie and AAA publishers. Independent developers have been able to use its free distribution platform since 2019. For players, GalaClient brings showcase and freebie games into one library for discovery and play; installed single-player games can be accessed without an internet connection. The client currently supports Windows, while Linux and macOS support are described as coming soon. Developers can use the galaK command-line tool to upload builds, compress and optimize download folders, and manage update patches without integrating it into their apps. A game can have up to three depots, one for each of Windows, Linux or macOS. The store accepts payment methods including Bitcoin, Litecoin and Ethereum. The service lists web, Windows, macOS and Linux among its platforms, but the GalaClient's current OS support is narrower.
Who it is for
IndieGala suits players looking for PC game offers, freebies and giveaways, as well as independent developers seeking a distribution platform. Developers using galaK should account for the limit of three depots per game.
What is good
- Store includes over 7,000 titles
- Offers Steam keys, bundles and giveaways
- Free distribution platform for independent developers
- Installed single-player games can be played offline
- galaK manages uploads and update patches
What to know first
- GalaClient currently supports Windows only
- Linux and macOS client support is forthcoming
- galaK allows up to three depots per game
Verdict
IndieGala combines a PC game store with tools for independent developers. Players should note GalaClient's current Windows-only support, while developers can use galaK without integrating it into their apps.
Compared on game key marketplaces
- Free plan
- Yes
- Supported platforms
- Web, Windows, macOS, Linux
- Automated updates
- Yes
- Player reviews
- Yes
- License management
- mixed
