Xbox Game Pass alternatives: 2 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Nov 1, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Xbox Game Pass: day-one games and the full library need the most expensive tier, and games rotate out of the catalogue. We ranked 2 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Xbox Game Pass, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Steam currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#	App	Pricing	Open source	Platforms	Verified facts	Score
1	Steam	Free	No	Windows, macOS, Linux +2	5 of 5	56.8
2	Humble Bundle	Paid	No	Web, Windows	5 of 5	52.2

1. SteamTop pick
Best for: PC gamers who want the widest catalogue, frequent sales and their friends in one place
FreeWindows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android
56.8
score / 100
Why switch from Xbox Game Pass
Buy games to keep instead of renting them, with frequent deep sales on PC.
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 ×0.360
Reviews ×0.363
Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
Freshness ×0.15100
Votes ×0.150
0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula
Is Steam a good Xbox Game Pass alternative?
Verified facts
5 of 5 verified
Mobile app
iOS and Android
Checked Oct 29, 2026store.steampowered.com(opens source in a new tab)
Mods
Steam Workshop, ~1,000 supported games
Checked Oct 29, 2026store.steampowered.com(opens source in a new tab)
Chat
Text and voice
Checked Oct 29, 2026store.steampowered.com(opens source in a new tab)
Payment options
100+ methods, 35+ currencies
Checked Oct 29, 2026store.steampowered.com(opens source in a new tab)
Languages
28
Checked Oct 29, 2026store.steampowered.com(opens source in a new tab)
2. Humble Bundle
Best for: PC gamers and readers hunting for cheap bundles who like part of their spending to go to charity
PaidWeb, Windows
52.2
score / 100
Why switch from Xbox Game Pass
Humble Choice gives a monthly set of PC games you keep forever, unlike a rotating library.
Pros
Pay-what-you-want bundles are often far cheaper than buying items singly
Part of every purchase can go to a charity you choose
Humble Choice games are kept forever, not rented
Cons
Most games arrive as Steam or other keys, so you still need another launcher
Bundle keys can expire if not redeemed in time
Bundles are time-limited and their contents vary in quality
Visit Humble Bundle Details and reviews
How this score is calculated
Editorial fit ×0.352
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 Humble Bundle a good Xbox Game Pass alternative?
Verified facts
5 of 5 verified
Launched
2010
Checked Nov 1, 2026humblebundle.com(opens source in a new tab)
Pricing model
Pay what you want bundles
Checked Nov 1, 2026humblebundle.com(opens source in a new tab)
Delivery
Steam, Ubisoft Connect, GOG keys; some DRM-free
Checked Nov 1, 2026humblebundle.com(opens source in a new tab)
Charity raised
US$284M+ since 2010
Checked Nov 1, 2026humblebundle.com(opens source in a new tab)
Owner
IGN Entertainment (Ziff Davis)
Checked Nov 1, 2026humblebundle.com(opens source in a new tab)