LaunchBox vs EmulationStation : Which is Better?

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LaunchBox

LaunchBox is a portable, box-art-based games database and launcher for DOSBox, emulators, arcade cabinets, and PC Games. Developed by Jason Carr

License: Freemium

Apps available for Windows

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EmulationStation

EmulationStation is a graphical and themeable emulator front-end that allows you to access all your favorite games in one place, even without a keyboard. Developed by Alec Lofquist

License: Open Source

Categories: Games

Apps available for Windows Linux Raspberry Pi

LaunchBox VS EmulationStation Feature comparision

Feature LaunchBox EmulationStation
Batch import
Front End Emulation
Game launcher
Launcher
Portable
API Integration
Auto update
Customizable
Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
Controller support
Multi System Emulator
Multiplatform
Night mode/Dark Theme
Custom Scripts
Gaming
Gaming-focused
Linux-based
Operating system
Import from GoG
Import from Steam
Flatpak
Emulation
DOS emulation
Arcade
Fullscreen support
Gamecube
Integrated Search
*community curated information: This table may not have the most accurate information. Please suggest changes

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