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Attract-Mode vs Bezel
Both stand on game library managers. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Open source APILinuxMac+2
Attract-Mode provides a customizable frontend for emulator collections, with game-list tools, controller mappings, and media support. Note that the listed pause functionality does not include OS X, and RetroPie availability is experimental.
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Free plan LinuxMacWindows
Visit Bezel The facts
| Attract-Mode | Bezel | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Yes | Not published |
| Runs on | API, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Windows | Linux, Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 2 | 2 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | attractmode.org | retrobezel.com |
| On game library managers | #1 of 40 | #5 of 40 |
Attract-Mode: what it does well
- Free and licensed under GNU GPL v3.
- Runs on Windows, OS X, and Linux.
- Supports joystick, keyboard, and mouse mappings.
- Can retrieve missing game details and artwork.
- Layouts support themes, animations, and GLSL shaders.
What to know first
- Emulator pause and resume is listed only for Linux and Windows.
- RetroPie availability is described as experimental.
- The listed OS X download is an app bundle.
Bezel: what it does well
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