netcode.io vs Steamworks
| netcode.io | Steamworks | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Free trial | No | No |
| Paid from | — | Free |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Windows, macOS, Linux | api, Linux, macOS, Windows |
| Network model | client-server | — |
| Supported platforms | Windows, macOS, Linux | — |
| Matchmaking | No | Yes |
| Transport protocols | UDP | — |
| Free plan | — | No |
Both are listed in Best Game Networking Middleware. On Freedom251, Steamworks scores higher on our published basis.