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itch vs Moonlight
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
itch
7.0Game client for itch.io
Moonlight
8.0GameStream client
| Metric | itch | Moonlight |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Games | Games |
| AI Score | 7.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 34 | 992 |
| 90-day Installs | 116 | 2.9K |
| 365-day Installs | 364 | 8.7K |
| Version | 26.9.0 | 6.1.0 |
| Auto-updates | Yes | No |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 2.7K | 16.4K |
| GitHub Forks | 247 | 993 |
| Open Issues | 408 | 511 |
| License | MIT | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | TypeScript | C++ |
| Last GitHub Commit | 2mo ago | 2mo ago |
| First Seen | May 14, 2016 | Aug 9, 2023 |
Reviews
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
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