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Game client for itch.io
brew install --cask itch 37
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Install trend
Trust Score 7/10
✓ Open source (MIT) +3
✗ Active development +0
✓ Licensed +1
✓ Auto-updates +1
✓ Not deprecated +1
✓ Established (>1yr) +1
✗ Low installs +0
Version History
v26.22.011d ago26.20.0→26.22.0
1mo ago26.18.0→26.20.0
2mo ago26.17.0→26.18.0
2mo ago26.15.0→26.17.0
3mo ago26.13.0→26.15.0
5mo ago26.12.0→26.13.0
5mo ago26.11.0→26.12.0
5mo ago26.9.0→26.11.0
Review
Mar 10, 2026The itch app is a dedicated client for itch.io, providing a seamless way to download and play indie games. It offers a curated experience, benefiting indie game enthusiasts who prefer a focused platform over larger services like Steam.
Itch allows users to download, manage, and play games from itch.io directly from their macOS system.
Maturity: The project is active with recent commits, though a high number of open issues suggest areas for further development.
Community: Hacker News discussions highlight community interest in itch.io's content policies and updates, indicating mixed sentiment around its direction.
Pros
- + Dedicated client for a curated indie game platform
- + Auto-updates ensure the latest features and security
- + Focused experience enhances game management and play
Cons
- - Compatibility issues with certain systems and package managers
- - Limited support for alternative package formats like Flatpak
Community Mentions
hackernews
hackernews
Jul 2025 Itch.io: Update on NSFW Content
hackernews
Dec 2024 Itch.io Taken Down by Funko
hackernews
hackernews
Dec 2014 The Itch Nobody Can Scratch
Positive sentiment Negative sentiment Neutral / unknown