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itch app gives Windows, macOS, and Linux users one place to download and run games and software from itch.io. Its built-in browser connects creator pages with installation, while collections, bundles, purchases, and installed games remain together. Installed games update automatically, and games using itch.io command-line tools can receive delta patches containing only changed data. Browser-based games can be synced for offline play. The open-source app supports more than 20 languages, offers Steam library shortcuts, and uses sandboxing to limit file access.

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   Minecraft Launcher

   Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+2

   Minecraft players managing Java, Bedrock, profiles, and snapshots — Minecraft Launcher centers on Java and Bedrock editions, profiles, snapshots, multiplayer servers, mods, and Quickplay rather than itch.io’s broader catalog.

   Free plan Visit site
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   Epic Games Launcher

   Free plan AndroidiPhoneMac+1

   Epic Store players wanting free games and cloud saves — Epic Games Launcher provides Epic Store access, weekly free games, eligible offline play, and cloud saves instead of itch.io’s creator-focused catalog.

   Free plan Visit site
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   Prism Launcher

   Free plan LinuxMacWindows

   Minecraft modpack users who value open-source instance control — Prism Launcher adds separate Minecraft instances, multiple mod loaders, modpack importing, a built-in catalog, and Java management.

   Free plan Visit site
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   Steam

   by Steam

   Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+4

   Players seeking a large catalog and built-in community features — Steam combines a catalog of nearly 30,000 games with groups, clans, and text or voice chat, while itch app focuses on itch.io titles.

   6.9 Free plan Visit site
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   GDLauncher

   by GDLauncher

   Free plan LinuxMacWindows

   Minecraft users wanting modpacks and separate game instances — GDLauncher focuses on Minecraft instances, modpack importing, multiple mod loaders, Java runtime management, and a built-in modpack catalog.

   Free plan Visit site
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   GOG Galaxy

   Free plan APIExtensionMac+1

   Players combining libraries and friends across gaming platforms — GOG Galaxy imports PC and console libraries, tracks achievements and play time, and supports cross-platform friends and chat.

   7.3 Free plan Visit site
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   Heroic Games Launcher

   Free plan LinuxMacWindows

   Users launching Epic, GOG, and Amazon games across desktop systems — Heroic installs and manages Epic, GOG, and Amazon Prime Gaming titles, with Linux compatibility tools, cloud saves, and custom games.

   Free plan Visit site
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   Fennec F-Droid

   Free plan Open source Android
   8.6 Free plan Visit site
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   Google Play Games on PC

   Free plan AndroidWindows
   7.0 Free plan Visit site
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    APKPure

    Free plan AndroidWeb
    6.4 Free plan Visit site
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    Aptoide

    Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb
    6.4 Free plan · paid from $69/yr Visit site
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    Baidu Mobile Assistant

    Free plan AndroidWeb
    6.2 Free plan Visit site
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    ONE store

    Free plan AndroidWebWindows
    6.1 Free plan Visit site
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    Flathub

    Free plan LinuxWeb
    6.0 Free plan Visit site
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    Discover

    Free plan Linux
    5.9 Free plan Visit site
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    OPPO App Market

    Free plan AndroidWeb
    5.8 Free plan Visit site
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    RuStore

    Free plan AndroidWeb
    5.7 Free plan Visit site
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    Uptodown

    Free plan AndroidWeb
    5.7 Free plan Visit site
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    Snap Store

    Free plan LinuxWeb
    5.6 Free plan Visit site
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    Samsung Galaxy Store

    Free plan Android
    5.5 Free plan Visit site
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    AltStore PAL

    Paid iPhone
    4.6 Visit site
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    Cafe Bazaar

    Paid AndroidWeb
    4.5 Visit site
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    Setapp Marketplace

    Paid iPhoneMacWeb
    4.2 Pricing on request Visit site

Readers may look elsewhere when their games span other stores, when they need a launcher focused on Minecraft or modpacks, or when they want broader social and library tools. itch app requires Windows 7 or newer, and compatibility issues can still occur, especially on Linux. Before switching, compare store coverage, supported platforms, offline behavior, update handling, mod or profile management, and whether you need cross-platform friends or library tracking. A specialized launcher may add those capabilities but may not provide itch.io’s creator-page browsing or collection access.

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