Playnite

by Playnite project · Gaming

Open sourceWindows

Open-source library manager for games from every launcher.

Official download from playnite.link (opens in a new tab)

Opens playnite.link, Playnite project's own site. No mirror, no bundle.

Overview

What is Playnite?

Playnite imports games from Steam, Epic, GOG, Xbox, emulators and more into one library with a TV-friendly fullscreen mode.

Key features

  • Imports from many launchers
  • Emulator support
  • Fullscreen TV mode
  • Themes and extensions

Best for

  • Large multi-store libraries
  • Couch gaming on a TV
  • Retro collections

Included in starter kits

Install

How to install Playnite

  1. 1Open the official Playnite download page on playnite.link.
  2. 2Pick the build for your system (Windows; check x64, ARM or Apple silicon where offered).
  3. 3Run the installer and read each screen; decline anything you did not ask for.
  4. 4Keep it updated from the app's own updater or your package manager.

Install from the command line

  • Windows · winget

    winget install --id Playnite.Playnite -e --source winget

Package IDs checked against the public winget, Homebrew and Flathub repositories on 1 Nov 2026. Build a script for several apps.

Safety

Download Playnite safely

  • Check the domain

    The real download lives on playnite.link. Look-alike domains and search ads are the most common trap.

  • Skip mirrors

    Download portals can wrap installers in adware or old versions. You never need them for this app.

  • Verify if you can

    If the publisher lists a checksum, compare it with our in-browser checker before running the file.

  • Watch the installer

    Untick extras, browser changes or trials you did not ask for.

Open the checksum checker

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FAQ

Playnite questions

Where can I download Playnite safely?

Download Playnite only from Playnite project's official site at playnite.link. Avoid mirror and "download portal" sites, which can bundle extra software with the installer.

Is Playnite free?

Yes. Playnite is open-source software and free to use.

Does Playnite work on Windows?

Playnite is available for Windows. Check Playnite project's download page for exact system requirements and whether your processor (x64, ARM or Apple silicon) is supported.

Can I install Playnite from the command line?

Yes, with winget on Windows (winget install --id Playnite.Playnite -e). Package managers fetch the publisher's files and make updates easy.

What are good alternatives to Playnite?

See the alternatives section on this page and the full gaming list on AltFTool, which shows each app's licence and platforms side by side.