Playnite

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What it is

Playnite is an open source video game library manager that provides a unified interface for games.

From playnite.link's own pages, read 5 Oct 2026.

PlayniteNo features locked behind a paywall · open source under the MIT licenseFree

As playnite.link lists them, read 5 Oct 2026.

Data plate

Price: Free to use
Free plan: Yes
Free trial: Not stated
Runs on: Windows
Open source: No
Website: playnite.link
Customization: Playnite supports customizable themes and extensions, including plugins and script extensions.
Emulation: Playnite supports a wide variety of console emulators.
Extension limitation: The add-ons page warns that third-party add-ons may cause performance or usability issues depending on which ones are used.
Extension security: The documentation says community extensions are not reviewed by the Playnite development team and advises caution when installing them.
Fullscreen mode: Fullscreen mode offers controller support and is recommended for a couch or console-like gaming experience.
Game libraries: The homepage names Steam, Epic, Origin, GOG, Battle.net, and Ubisoft Connect as libraries Playnite can link, including games that are not installed.
IGDB: The homepage says Playnite can automatically download metadata for games, including custom games, and names covers and descriptions as examples.
Metadata: Playnite can obtain game metadata such as descriptions, release dates, genres, and cover art through metadata providers, which are extensions using third-party services.
Checked: 5 Oct 2026

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