
GameVault
7.0#5 in game launcher softwareFrom €49.90 a yearWebAPILinuxmacOS
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| Fact | GameVault | Steam |
|---|---|---|
| Client API | GameVault+ exposes CLI, URI and named-pipe client interfaces for integrations. | Steamworks documents interfaces for apps, friends, matchmaking, networking, remote play, cloud storage, screenshots, Workshop, users, statistics, video and game servers. |
| Headquarters | Germany | Bellevue, Washington, United States |
| Purpose | GameVault is a self-hostable platform for browsing and playing DRM-free games stored on your file server. | Steam is an online destination for playing, discussing, and creating games. |
| Rating on Apple App Store | 1.0 out of 5 from 1 rating. | 2.5 out of 5 from 1.5 thousand ratings. |
GameVault suits people who want to host a DRM-free game library on their own file server, including families or friends sharing a subscription. Desktop clients are relevant for users who need to download, install, and launch games locally.
Steam suits people looking for a game storefront alongside player communities and game-related content. Developers and publishers can also use Steamworks tools and services to distribute games on Steam.