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GameHQ vs Revidi
Both stand on game recording software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Windows
Choose GameHQ if you want free, controller-focused gameplay capture on a supported Windows PC, with instant screenshots, replay clips, and an in-game gallery. Look elsewhere if you need a platform other than Windows or cannot meet its graphics-capture and encoding requirements.
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Free plan Windows
Choose Revidi if you want a Windows replay buffer for game clips, local storage, and a built-in trimming and sharing workflow. Look elsewhere if you need streaming, scene compositing, overlays, or support beyond Windows 10/11.
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| GameHQ | Revidi | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Windows | Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 1 | 2 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | github.com | revidi.app |
| On game recording software | #16 of 30 | #20 of 30 |
GameHQ: what it does well
- Captures rolling replay clips as MP4 with system audio.
- Supports screenshots in PNG or JPEG and capture resolution up to 4K.
- Overlay manages captures while a borderless game remains visible.
- Supports DualSense, XInput, and app-local GameInput controls.
- Can watch Steam, Game Bar, NVIDIA, and OBS capture folders.
What to know first
- Requires 64-bit Windows 10 version 1903 or newer.
- Needs a GPU and driver supporting Windows Graphics Capture and H.264 encoding.
- Windows binaries are not Authenticode-signed.
Revidi: what it does well
- Auto Capture buffers fullscreen games when they launch.
- Saves MP4 clips with a configurable hotkey.
- 1440p capture resolution and adjustable replay buffer.
- Trims clips while keeping an existing share link working.
- Local recordings do not require an account.
What to know first
- Available only for Windows 10/11.
- No streaming, scene compositing, or overlays.
- Basic allows three cloud clips and editing up to three clips.
- Cloud sharing requires an account.
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