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GOG Galaxy vs itch
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
GOG Galaxy
7.0Game client
itch
7.0Game client for itch.io
| Metric | GOG Galaxy | itch |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Games | Games |
| AI Score | 7.0 | 7.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 170 | 34 |
| 90-day Installs | 482 | 116 |
| 365-day Installs | 2.1K | 364 |
| Version | 2.0.98.44 | 26.9.0 |
| Auto-updates | Yes | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | — | 2.7K |
| GitHub Forks | — | 247 |
| Open Issues | — | 408 |
| License | — | MIT |
| Language | — | TypeScript |
| Last GitHub Commit | — | 2mo ago |
| First Seen | Aug 9, 2023 | May 14, 2016 |
Reviews
GOG Galaxy
GOG Galaxy is a game client designed for managing and playing games purchased from GOG. It offers features like game management, updates, and cloud saving, making it ideal for gamers who use the GOG platform.
Manages and plays games purchased from GOG.
Pros
- + Official client optimized for GOG games
- + Handles updates and installations smoothly
- + Cross-platform support
Cons
- - Security vulnerability in 2020
- - Potential lack of recent updates
itch
The 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.
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