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Raze vs OpenRA

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

Raze

7.0
Games

Build engine port backed by GZDoom tech

OpenRA

8.0
Games

Real-time strategy game engine for Westwood games

Metric Raze OpenRA
Category Games Games
AI Score 7.0 8.0
30-day Installs 1 148
90-day Installs 6 437
365-day Installs 42 1.9K
Version 1.11.0 20250330
Auto-updates No No
Deprecated No No
GitHub Stars 834 16.5K
GitHub Forks 70 2.9K
Open Issues 134 1.6K
License GPL-3.0
Language C++ C#
Last GitHub Commit 5mo ago 2mo ago
First Seen Dec 6, 2020 Feb 13, 2014

Reviews

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

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