Zandronum vs OpenRA
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Zandronum
5.0Multiplayer oriented port for Doom and Doom II
OpenRA
8.0Real-time strategy game engine for Westwood games
| Metric | Zandronum | OpenRA |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Games | Games |
| AI Score | 5.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 2 | 148 |
| 90-day Installs | 4 | 437 |
| 365-day Installs | 41 | 1.9K |
| Version | 3.2.1 | 20250330 |
| Auto-updates | No | No |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 26 | 16.5K |
| GitHub Forks | 3 | 2.9K |
| Open Issues | - | 1.6K |
| License | NOASSERTION | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | C++ | C# |
| Last GitHub Commit | 10y ago | 2mo ago |
| First Seen | Oct 1, 2017 | Feb 13, 2014 |
Reviews
Zandronum
Zandronum is a multiplayer-focused port of Doom and Doom II, offering modern netcode for smoother online gameplay. It is designed for enthusiasts who enjoy classic Doom multiplayer experiences but lacks active development and community support.
Zandronum enables multiplayer gameplay for Doom and Doom II using a port of the ZDoom engine.
Pros
- + Dedicated to multiplayer gameplay, ideal for Doom enthusiasts.
- + Modern netcode implementation enhances online gaming experience.
- + Based on the reliable ZDoom engine.
Cons
- - No auto-update feature, requiring manual checks for updates.
- - Low community activity and support.
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