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Modrinth App vs itch

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

Modrinth App

6.0
Games

Minecraft modding platform

itch

7.0
Games

Game client for itch.io

Metric Modrinth App itch
Category Games Games
AI Score 6.0 7.0
30-day Installs 139 67
90-day Installs 384 149
365-day Installs 1.2K 448
Version 0.19.2 26.18.0
Auto-updates Yes Yes
Deprecated No No
GitHub Stars 1 2.7K
GitHub Forks - 247
Open Issues - 408
License CC0-1.0 MIT
Language Swift TypeScript
Last GitHub Commit 2y ago 6mo ago
First Seen Oct 7, 2023 May 14, 2016

Reviews

Modrinth App

Modrinth App is a dedicated macOS client for managing Minecraft mods, offering a more integrated experience than the web platform. It benefits Minecraft players looking for easier mod installation and organization.

Provides a desktop interface for browsing, installing, and managing Minecraft mods from Modrinth.

Pros

  • + Dedicated app for streamlined mod management.
  • + Auto-updates keep the app current.
  • + Open-source with transparent development.

Cons

  • - Lack of community support and engagement.
  • - Inactive development may hinder future improvements.

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