Ghost Arcade
8.4#1 in projection mapping software$1.99 one-timeFree planiOSWebAPILinux
VisitGhost Arcade vs LightAct
What both publish
| Fact | Ghost Arcade | LightAct |
|---|---|---|
| Product | Ghost Arcade is projection mapping and VJ software for loading visual layers, applying effects, mapping them onto surfaces, and performing live. | LightAct is software and hardware for live events and immersive fixed installations, including projection mapping. |
| Support | The site links to a community forum, contact page, and Ko-fi support, and describes its open-source guide as usually replying instantly. | Bronze support includes ticketed email support with a 72-hour response time, public Discord channels, and LightAct Answerhub; response times apply during business hours unless agreed otherwise. |
Ghost Arcade plans
- Desktop app (Ghost Arcade 2.0.16 and legacy 1.9)Free
- Ghost Arcade desktopFree
- Ghost Arcade iPhone/iPad$1.99, paid once
- iPhone and iPad app$1.99, paid once
LightAct plans
- CreatorFree
- Easy Perpetual Upgrade€295, paid once
- Easy Perpetual€1,770, paid once
- Live PerpetualPriced on request
Pick Ghost Arcade if…
Ghost Arcade suits VJs and projection artists who need surface mapping, show rehearsal tools, and live visual controls. Its iPhone and iPad app may also suit performers seeking mobile clip launching and touch effects.
Pick LightAct if…
LightAct suits live-event and installation teams that need projection mapping, media playback, tracking or multi-server synchronization. It may also suit those seeking a free plan, provided watermarked outputs are acceptable.