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Chiaki vs Moonlight
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Chiaki
7.0PlayStation remote play client
Moonlight
8.0GameStream client
| Metric | Chiaki | Moonlight |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Games | Games |
| AI Score | 7.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 9 | 992 |
| 90-day Installs | 56 | 2.9K |
| 365-day Installs | 313 | 8.7K |
| Version | 2.2.0 | 6.1.0 |
| Auto-updates | No | No |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 2.2K | 16.4K |
| GitHub Forks | 366 | 993 |
| Open Issues | 125 | 511 |
| License | — | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | — | C++ |
| Last GitHub Commit | 5y ago | 2mo ago |
| First Seen | Sep 27, 2019 | Aug 9, 2023 |
Reviews
Chiaki
Chiaki is a free and open-source PlayStation remote play client that enables cross-platform gaming, allowing users to stream PS4 and PS5 games to their Mac. It stands out as a cost-effective alternative to official PlayStation apps, appealing to gamers who prefer flexibility and customization.
Enables remote play of PS4 and PS5 games on a Mac.
Pros
- + Free and open-source software
- + Cross-platform support for various devices
- + Active community and developer engagement
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Some open issues remain unresolved
Moonlight
Moonlight is a GameStream client enabling gamers to stream games from a remote server to their devices. It supports multiple platforms, including macOS, Linux, Windows, and Steam Link, making it ideal for cross-platform gaming experiences.
Streams games from a remote server to your device.
Pros
- + Cross-platform support for various devices
- + Active development with regular updates
- + Free and open-source under GPL-3.0
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Some ongoing issues on macOS