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The Cheat vs OpenRA
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
The Cheat
4.0Game trainer
OpenRA
8.0Real-time strategy game engine for Westwood games
| Metric | The Cheat | OpenRA |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Games | Games |
| AI Score | 4.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | - | 369 |
| 90-day Installs | - | 723 |
| 365-day Installs | 4 | 2.1K |
| Version | 1.2.5 | 20250330 |
| Auto-updates | No | No |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 96 | 16.5K |
| GitHub Forks | 13 | 2.9K |
| Open Issues | - | 1.6K |
| License | NOASSERTION | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | Objective-C | C# |
| Last GitHub Commit | 13y ago | 4mo ago |
| First Seen | Oct 2, 2014 | Feb 13, 2014 |
Reviews
The Cheat
The Cheat is a classic macOS game trainer that allows users to modify game states, providing an unfair advantage in games. It's a legacy tool with no active development, making it outdated for modern use.
The Cheat enables users to cheat in games by modifying game states and processes.
Pros
- + Free and open-source
- + Classic tool with a proven track record
- + Cross-platform support
Cons
- - Outdated and no longer maintained
- - Lacks community support and updates
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