LaunchBox vs Playnite : 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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Playnite

Playnite is an opensource game library to manage video games. Developed by Josef Nemec

License: Open Source

Categories: Development Games OS & Utilities

Apps available for Windows

LaunchBox VS Playnite

LaunchBox is a highly customizable game launcher that excels in game library management and emulator support, but lacks cloud features and community engagement. In contrast, Playnite offers cloud saving, active community features, and is open source, making it a versatile choice for users who need more collaborative and sharing options.

LaunchBox

Pros:

  • Highly customizable user interface
  • Supports a wide range of emulators
  • Portable version available
  • Strong game library management
  • Robust metadata scraping capabilities

Cons:

  • Not open source
  • Limited community features
  • No cloud save support

Playnite

Pros:

  • Open source and free to use
  • Cloud save support
  • Active community features
  • Game statistics tracking
  • Multi-platform support

Cons:

  • Less customizable compared to LaunchBox
  • Requires installation to use
  • Emulator support not as extensive

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