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LibNXbox vs Parsec
Both stand on game remote play software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Self-hosted
Choose LibNXbox if you use a Nintendo Switch in title mode and want an Xbox console or xCloud streaming client. Look elsewhere if you need queue information or a way around xCloud availability, subscription, bitrate, or game-ownership rules.
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Free plan AndroidAPILinux+4
Parsec combines remote computer access and sharing with gaming-focused controls. Check the license terms before commercial use, and note that paid plans are billed per user per month annually.
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| LibNXbox | Parsec | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | No |
| Runs on | Self-hosted | Android, API, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Individuals (Warp): $8.33 per user a month |
| Plans published | 2 | 6 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | github.com | parsec.app |
| On game remote play software | #12 of 27 | #8 of 27 |
LibNXbox: what it does well
- Streams from an Xbox console or Xbox Cloud Gaming.
- Provides a helper to find Microsoft Store games and create title files.
- Uses Tegra X1 hardware decoding for H.264 video.
- Documents Switch-to-Xbox controls and rumble support.
- GPL-2.0 licensed and free.
What to know first
- Applet mode causes the NRO to crash.
- Queue status and waiting times are not shown.
- xCloud access and bitrate remain subject to service restrictions.
- Remote console connections may require UDP port 9002 forwarding.
Parsec: what it does well
- Supports Windows, macOS, Ubuntu Linux, Android, and web.
- Designed for 60FPS UHD gaming with low latency.
- Shared links can grant observation or control.
- Native peer-to-peer traffic uses end-to-end encryption.
- Teams supports SAML 2.0 single sign-on.
What to know first
- Personal Use and Individuals are non-commercial licenses.
- Commercial use requires Teams or Enterprise.
- Guest Access costs $25 per invitation.
- No volume discounts are offered.
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