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Battle.net vs Gameforge Client

Both stand on pc game launchers. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.

Battle.net

Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+2

Battle.net brings game access, updates, shopping, news, and social features into one desktop app, with companion features on mobile. Its offline limits and extra costs for some games and purchases are worth noting.

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Gameforge Client

Free plan Windows

Gameforge Client provides a shared place to access Gameforge games and manage their accounts. Its usefulness depends on the games a player needs appearing in the client’s Library.

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The facts

	Battle.net	Gameforge Client
Free plan	Yes	Yes
Open source	Not published	Not published
Runs on	Android, API, iPhone, Mac, Windows	Windows
Lowest paid plan	Free or on request	Free or on request
Plans published	2	1
Maker	Not published	Not published
Website	download.battle.net	gameforge.com
On pc game launchers	#2 of 21	#6 of 21

Battle.net: what it does well

Free desktop and mobile apps.
Combines game launching, updates, store, and social features.
Offers access to free-to-play games.
Two-factor authentication can add account security.

What to know first

Downloads and updates require an internet connection.
Offline mode is limited to select games.
Social features and matchmaking are unavailable offline.
Games and some in-game purchases may cost extra.

Gameforge Client: what it does well

Free client for Windows.
Brings Gameforge games together in one place.
Supports multiple game accounts under one sign-in.
Can automatically sign users in when launching a game.
Provides support contact options and ticket history.

What to know first

Separate Gameforge accounts cannot currently be merged.
A title works with the account when it appears in the Library.
The listed platform is Windows.

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