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Roblox vs Steam
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Roblox
7.0Online multiplayer game platform
Steam
8.0Video game digital distribution service
| Metric | Roblox | Steam |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Games | Games |
| AI Score | 7.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 363 | 3.9K |
| 90-day Installs | 1.1K | 12.4K |
| 365-day Installs | 4.1K | 44.0K |
| Version | 0.719.0.7191339,1d604bb8b63849b4 | 6.0 |
| Auto-updates | Yes | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 895 | 24.6K |
| GitHub Forks | 275 | 1.6K |
| Open Issues | - | 1.1K |
| License | Apache-2.0 | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | Lua | C# |
| Last GitHub Commit | 2y ago | 1mo ago |
| First Seen | May 22, 2020 | Sep 19, 2012 |
Reviews
Roblox
Roblox is a vibrant online multiplayer game platform that allows users to create and play games, fostering a large community of creators and players. It stands out for its user-generated content and extensive game library, appealing to both casual gamers and developers.
Enables users to play and create games within a virtual environment.
Pros
- + Extensive library of user-generated games
- + Supports Lua scripting for game development
- + Auto-update feature ensures the latest version
- + Free to play with opportunities for monetization
Cons
- - History of significant outages affecting user experience
- - System administrator concerns regarding access control
- - Lua scripting may appeal to a niche audience
Steam
Steam is a leading digital distribution platform for video games, offering a vast library of games, cloud saves, and social features. It benefits gamers by providing easy access to a wide range of titles and updates.
Steam allows users to purchase, download, and manage video games.
Pros
- + Extensive library of games
- + Cloud saves and progress tracking
- + Social and community features
Cons
- - Occasional login issues
- - Interface can be overwhelming for new users