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Cloudy Pad vs GeForce NOW
Both are on VGSources's list of cloud gaming services.
Cloudy Pad
cloudypad.gg
Cloudy Pad deploys Linux-based gaming instances on a server, computer, or supported cloud service that you control.
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GeForce NOW
nvidia.com
GeForce NOW streams PC games from the cloud to supported devices, using games connected through supported stores and subscriptions.
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| Cloudy Pad | GeForce NOW | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | Yes | Not stated |
| Price | Free | From $8.33 a month |
| Runs on | Android, iOS, Linux, macOS, self-hosted, Web, Windows | Android, iOS, Linux, macOS, Web, Windows |
| Open source | Yes | No |
| Place | #2 of 40 | #1 of 40 |
| Checked | 14 Oct 2026 | 27 Sept 2026 |
In short
Cloudy Pad: Cloudy Pad suits a technically confident player who would rather operate a personal streaming machine than rent a game catalog. Its no-cost, open-source base supports multiple launchers, while hourly use, Spot capacity, alerts, inactivity shutdown, and snapshots may reduce wasted provider spend. You must still provide compatible hardware or cloud capacity, configure Docker and Moonlight, and accept Linux-based Proton limits. The lack of hosted plan details and the experimental label make budgeting or promising group-service stability more difficult.
GeForce NOW: GeForce NOW lets players stream games tied to supported stores without downloading updates on their device. Compare the plan's monthly playtime and resolution limits with how you want to play.