Console Launcher vs GameIndex
Console Launcher
consolelauncher.appGameIndex
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| Figure | Console Launcher | GameIndex |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | Free |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Windows | — | Yes |
| Linux | — | Yes |
| Android | Yes | — |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Spec score · Game Library Managers | 7.9 (#11) | 7.6 (#16) |
| Spec score · Game launchers | 7.6 (#34) | 7.6 (#32) |
| Purpose | Console Launcher is an Android home screen designed to create a mobile console-like experience for gamers. | GameIndex is a cross-store game launcher and library manager that brings game libraries into one native app. |
Plans
In their own words
Console Launcher
Console Launcher has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.
GameIndex
GameIndex is a free native launcher and library manager that combines PC game collections from multiple stores. It can sync Steam, GOG, Epic, Rockstar, Ubisoft, and Humble libraries, while also accepting manual imports. Discovery tools include an IGDB-powered storefront, deals, a wishlist, activity tracking, and achievement tracking across platforms. The interface offers six UI styles, theme customization, and a Layout Studio for rearranging elements. GameIndex runs on Windows and Linux, including Steam Deck, with configurable Wine and Proton runners and per-game compatibility settings. Linux packaging includes AppImage and .deb. Integrations listed by the project include Steam Workshop, Nexus Mods, Discord Rich Presence, RetroAchievements, IGDB, and HowLongToBeat. Its social layer is local-first, with a Privacy & Data tab for viewing and wiping local storage, and secrets use the operating system keychain. The project is free to use, modify, and distribute under the MIT License.