Open Match
6.4#18 in game networking middlewareFree planFree planAPISelf-hosted
VisitOpen Match vs Unity
What both publish
| Fact | Open Match | Unity |
|---|---|---|
| API | Open Match exposes resource-based REST APIs over HTTP and gRPC and complies with the OpenAPI specification. | Unity Cloud Services APIs provide low-level API access to Unity Cloud Services, and the UGS CLI automates dashboard and administrative operations. |
| Deployment | Open Match can be installed in a Kubernetes cluster using Helm or static Kubernetes YAML files. | Unity lists deployment support for Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, macOS, web, consoles, and XR platforms. |
| Integrations | The matchmaking guide describes integration with external game frontends, Directors, and dedicated game server allocation systems. | Unity Integrations connect Cloud Build, Cloud Diagnostics and Collaborate with webhooks, Discord, Slack and email. |
Open Match plans
- Open MatchFree
Unity plans
- Free tierFree
- Pay-as-you-goPriced on request
- Pay-as-you-go—
- Unity PersonalFree
- Unity Pro$210 a month
- Unity Pro$2,310 a year
Pick Open Match if…
Open Match suits developers who want to build and customize matchmaking logic for a game. It requires a Kubernetes deployment and, for backfill, changes to the Match Function and game servers.
Pick Unity if…
Unity suits game and app developers working across supported platforms, including teams building multiplayer or immersive experiences. Plan choice depends on application type and the stated revenue or funding thresholds.