Ghost Arcade
8.4#1 in projection mapping software$1.99 one-timeFree planiOSWebAPILinux
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Scalable Display Manager
5.2#23 in projection mapping softwareWindows
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| Fact | Ghost Arcade | Scalable Display Manager |
|---|---|---|
| Integrations | Official pages list Ableton Link, Syphon, Spout, NDI, WLED, Art-Net, sACN, DMX input and PJLink projector control. | SDM lists 40+ image-generator SDK integrations and names Barco Pulse, Norxe Unify, Westar Warper4K, and Epic Unreal Engine among its integrations. |
| Support | The site links to a community forum, contact page, and Ko-fi support, and describes its open-source guide as usually replying instantly. | The maker offers Standard and Premier support tiers; Premier includes email, ticketing, dataset exchange, phone, TeamViewer, and remote setup. |
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
Scalable Display Manager plans
- Scalable Display ManagerPriced 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 Scalable Display Manager if…
SDM suits organizations building projector-based simulation, immersive, entertainment, museum, planetarium, control-room, ProAV, or academic displays. It is intended for Windows calibration environments with compatible hardware.