GameIndex
GameIndex is a free game launcher and library manager that brings libraries from multiple stores into one native app.
What GameIndex is
GameIndex is a free game launcher and library manager that brings libraries from multiple stores into one native app. It can sync Steam, GOG, Epic, Rockstar, Ubisoft, and Humble libraries, and supports manual imports. For finding and tracking games, it includes an IGDB-powered storefront, deals, a wishlist, activity tracking, and cross-platform achievement tracking. Customization includes six UI styles, theme options, and a Layout Studio for rearranging interface elements. It supports Windows and Linux, including Steam Deck; Linux features configurable Wine and Proton runners, per-game compatibility settings, and AppImage and .deb packages. Listed integrations include Steam Workshop, Nexus Mods, Discord Rich Presence, RetroAchievements, IGDB, and HowLongToBeat. The project describes its social layer as local-first and provides a Privacy & Data tab for viewing and wiping local storage. Secrets use the operating system keychain. GameIndex is free to use, modify, and distribute under the MIT License. Its maker characterizes it as a personal project with rough edges, rapid iteration, and possible breaking changes; release builds are unsigned and may be flagged by antivirus tools.
Good
- Syncs six listed store libraries and supports manual imports.
- Includes deals, a wishlist, and activity tracking.
- Offers six UI styles and a Layout Studio.
- Supports Linux, Windows, and Steam Deck.
- Free to use, modify, and distribute under MIT License.
Watch out
- The maker warns of rough edges and breaking changes.
- Release builds are unsigned and may trigger antivirus flags.
- Flatpak packaging and other planned features are not live.
Who it suits
GameIndex may suit PC gamers who want libraries from several stores in one launcher, with customization and tracking features. Linux and Steam Deck users can also use its configurable Wine and Proton runners.
Verdict
GameIndex brings multiple store libraries together and adds discovery, tracking, and interface customization. Its personal-project status, unsigned releases, and expected changes are important considerations.
Plans and prices
From GameIndex's own pricing page, checked 8 Oct 2026.
| Plan | Price | What it gives you |
|---|---|---|
| GameIndex | Free | Personal project; rough edges, breaking changes, and rapid iteration expected · Free to use, modify, and distribute under the MIT License |
The facts
Each one read from GameIndex's own pages, with the date it was checked.
What it does
- Customization
- The app offers six UI styles, theme customization, and a Layout Studio for rearranging interface elements.checked 8 Oct 2026
- Discovery and tracking
- Features include an IGDB-powered storefront, deals, a wishlist, activity tracking, and cross-platform achievement tracking.checked 8 Oct 2026
- Integrations
- Listed integrations include Steam Workshop, Nexus Mods, Discord Rich Presence, RetroAchievements, and data sources such as IGDB and HowLongToBeat.checked 8 Oct 2026
- Intended users
- The maker describes the project as a personal learning exercise and a love-letter to PC gaming.checked 8 Oct 2026
- Library sources
- It can sync Steam, GOG, Epic, Rockstar, Ubisoft, and Humble libraries, and supports manual imports.checked 8 Oct 2026
- Privacy and storage
- The README describes the social layer as local-first and says Settings includes a Privacy & Data tab to view and wipe local storage.checked 8 Oct 2026
- Purpose
- GameIndex is a cross-store game launcher and library manager that brings game libraries into one native app.checked 8 Oct 2026
- Secrets
- The project README says secrets use the operating system keychain.checked 8 Oct 2026
- Security caveat
- The maker says release builds are unsigned and notes that antivirus tools may flag them with machine-learning heuristics.checked 8 Oct 2026
- Support and maturity
- The maker invites contributions and ideas, while describing GameIndex as a personal project that may have rough edges and breaking changes.checked 8 Oct 2026
Where it runs
- Linux support
- GameIndex supports Linux and Steam Deck with configurable Wine and Proton runners, per-game compatibility settings, and AppImage and .deb packaging.checked 8 Oct 2026
Money
- Planned features
- The README lists Flatpak packaging, a community theme browser, and broader plugin hooks as planned or in progress.checked 8 Oct 2026
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