OpenRA vs Raze
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
OpenRA
8.0Real-time strategy game engine for Westwood games
Raze
7.0Build engine port backed by GZDoom tech
| Metric | OpenRA | Raze |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Games | Games |
| AI Score | 8.0 | 7.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 148 | 1 |
| 90-day Installs | 437 | 6 |
| 365-day Installs | 1.9K | 42 |
| Version | 20250330 | 1.11.0 |
| Auto-updates | No | No |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 16.5K | 834 |
| GitHub Forks | 2.9K | 70 |
| Open Issues | 1.6K | 134 |
| License | GPL-3.0 | — |
| Language | C# | C++ |
| Last GitHub Commit | 2mo ago | 5mo ago |
| First Seen | Feb 13, 2014 | Dec 6, 2020 |
Reviews
OpenRA
OpenRA is a real-time strategy game engine that breathes new life into classic Westwood games like Command & Conquer: Red Alert. It offers modernized gameplay, high-quality graphics, and cross-platform support, making it a must-have for retro gamers and RTS enthusiasts.
OpenRA recreates and enhances classic RTS games with modern technology and features.
Pros
- + Cross-platform support including macOS
- + Active development and strong community backing
- + Free and open-source under GPL-3.0
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - High number of open issues may indicate areas needing attention
Raze
Raze is a port of classic 3D games like Duke Nukem 3D and Blood, utilizing GZDoom technology for modern systems. It offers fans of these games a chance to experience them on macOS with improved performance and features.
Raze allows playing classic 3D games using GZDoom technology.
Pros
- + Supports multiple classic 3D games
- + Utilizes GZDoom for enhanced performance
- + Accessible via Homebrew for easy installation
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Known history of high memory usage