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Lutris alternatives: 5 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Lutris: linux only, and install scripts vary in quality and can go stale. We ranked 5 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Lutris, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Heroic Games Launcher currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Heroic Games Launcher logoHeroic Games LauncherOpen sourceYesLinux, Windows, macOS5 of 566.5
2Steam logoSteamFreeNoWindows, macOS, Linux +25 of 559.6
  1. Heroic Games Launcher logo

    1. Heroic Games LauncherTop pick

    Best for: Linux and Steam Deck players with Epic, GOG or Amazon games who want one native launcher

    Open sourceLinux, Windows, macOS

    66.5

    score / 100

    Why switch from Lutris

    Friendlier interface for Epic, GOG and Amazon games, with Wine and Proton managed for you.

    Pros

    • One library for Epic, GOG and Amazon games, even on Linux
    • Downloads and manages Wine and Proton builds for Windows games
    • Console mode works well on the Steam Deck and TVs
    • Free, open source and ad-free

    Cons

    • Relies on unofficial store integrations that can break when stores change
    • Doesn't cover Steam, Ubisoft or EA libraries
    • Some store services, like Epic achievements or online features, may not work
    Visit Heroic Games Launcher Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.3100
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Heroic Games Launcher a good Lutris alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Stores
    Epic, GOG, Amazon Prime Gaming
    Checked Oct 25, 2026heroicgameslauncher.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    Linux, Windows, macOS, Steam Deck
    Checked Oct 25, 2026heroicgameslauncher.com(opens source in a new tab)
    License
    GPL-3.0
    Checked Oct 25, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Wine manager
    Built in
    Checked Oct 25, 2026heroicgameslauncher.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Analytics
    Anonymous, off by default
    Checked Oct 25, 2026heroicgameslauncher.com(opens source in a new tab)
  2. Steam logo

    2. Steam

    Best for: PC gamers who want the widest catalogue, frequent sales and their friends in one place

    FreeWindows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android

    59.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Lutris

    For a Steam-heavy library, Steam's own Proton is the least effort and works well on most games.

    Pros

    • Largest PC game catalogue, with frequent deep sales
    • Proton lets many Windows games run on Linux and Steam Deck
    • Workshop makes installing mods for supported games easy
    • Cloud saves, achievements and friends built in

    Cons

    • Most games are tied to the Steam client by DRM
    • The client is heavy and keeps background services running
    • You buy licences, not DRM-free copies like on GOG
    Visit Steam Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.377
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Steam a good Lutris alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Mobile app
    iOS and Android
    Checked Oct 25, 2026store.steampowered.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Mods
    Steam Workshop, ~1,000 supported games
    Checked Oct 25, 2026store.steampowered.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Chat
    Text and voice
    Checked Oct 25, 2026store.steampowered.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Payment options
    100+ methods, 35+ currencies
    Checked Oct 25, 2026store.steampowered.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Languages
    28
    Checked Oct 25, 2026store.steampowered.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best Lutris alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

Heroic Games Launcher logo

Best Lutris alternative for most people

Heroic Games Launcher

Friendlier interface for Epic, GOG and Amazon games, with Wine and Proton managed for you.

Steam logo

Best Lutris alternative for a free option

Steam

For a Steam-heavy library, Steam's own Proton is the least effort and works well on most games.

Bottles logo

Best Lutris alternative for open source

Bottles

Better for Windows apps as well as games, with each kept in its own snapshot-able environment.

Heroic Games Launcher logo

Best Lutris alternative for Mac

Heroic Games Launcher

Friendlier interface for Epic, GOG and Amazon games, with Wine and Proton managed for you.

Heroic Games Launcher logo

Best Lutris alternative for Windows

Heroic Games Launcher

Friendlier interface for Epic, GOG and Amazon games, with Wine and Proton managed for you.

PortProton logo

Best Lutris alternative for Linux

PortProton

Proton-based launcher with one-click installs of Windows game stores and bundled performance tools.

Steam logo

Best Lutris alternative for iPhone and Android

Steam

For a Steam-heavy library, Steam's own Proton is the least effort and works well on most games.

Lutris alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Lutris?

Heroic Games Launcher ranks first right now. Friendlier interface for Epic, GOG and Amazon games, with Wine and Proton managed for you. Steam and Bottles follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Lutris?

Yes. Heroic Games Launcher (open source), Steam (free), Bottles (open source) and PortProton (open source) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to Lutris?

Yes: Heroic Games Launcher, Bottles, PortProton and Faugus Launcher.

Which Lutris alternatives work on Linux?

Heroic Games Launcher, Steam, Bottles, PortProton and Faugus Launcher run on Linux.

Why do people switch from Lutris?

The complaints we hear most: linux only; install scripts vary in quality and can go stale; interface feels dated and has more settings than casual players need.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Lutris, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.