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START vs Steam
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
START
6.0Tencent cloud gaming platform
Steam
8.0Video game digital distribution service
| Metric | START | Steam |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Games | Games |
| AI Score | 6.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 50 | 3.9K |
| 90-day Installs | 150 | 12.4K |
| 365-day Installs | 474 | 44.0K |
| Version | 0.301.22466 | 6.0 |
| Auto-updates | Yes | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | — | 24.6K |
| GitHub Forks | — | 1.6K |
| Open Issues | — | 1.1K |
| License | — | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | — | C# |
| Last GitHub Commit | — | 1mo ago |
| First Seen | Jan 11, 2021 | Sep 19, 2012 |
Reviews
START
START is a cloud gaming platform by Tencent, offering remote gameplay access through their ecosystem. It benefits gamers who want to play without high-end hardware, providing a convenient way to enjoy games via the cloud.
START allows users to play games remotely using Tencent's cloud gaming services.
Pros
- + Enables remote gaming without needing high-end hardware.
- + Integration with Tencent's extensive game library and ecosystem.
- + Auto-updates ensure the app stays current with the latest features and security patches.
Cons
- - Niche appeal, primarily targeting Tencent ecosystem users.
- - Potential latency issues depending on internet connectivity.
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