ES-DE Frontend vs Paradox Launcher
ES-DE Frontend
es-de.org
Paradox Launcher
paradoxinteractive.comSide by side
| Figure | ES-DE Frontend | Paradox Launcher |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | — |
| Free plan | Yes | — |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | Yes | — |
| Windows | Yes | Yes |
| macOS | Yes | Yes |
| Linux | Yes | Yes |
| Android | Yes | — |
| Plans published | 4 | 0 |
| Spec score · Game launchers | 9.3 (#3) | 6.9 (#54) |
| Privacy | The privacy policy says the project does not collect personal information; the app accesses shared files locally and does not transfer them to ES-DE or partners. | Paradox says it does not sell personal data and may share it with partners under safeguards. |
| Purpose | ES-DE browses and launches games from a multi-platform collection and can also run locally installed games and applications. | Paradox describes the product as a launcher for its games. |
| Support | The official installation page directs users to the user guide, FAQs and Discord for support. | Paradox support instructs users to export launcher logs from Launcher Settings and attach them to a support ticket if troubleshooting fails. |
| Updates | For Patreon purchases, new Android releases are sent to the email used to sign up and posted on Patreon, and an update email can be resent using the self-service tool. | Paradox says the launcher and/or game may automatically download and install updates, upgrades, and additional features. |
Plans
ES-DE Frontend
- Windows, macOS and LinuxFree
- Windows, macOS and Linux desktopFree
- Android (Samsung Galaxy Store)$6.50, paid once
- AndroidPrice not published
In their own words
ES-DE Frontend
ES-DE Frontend browses and launches games from a multi-platform collection and can also run locally installed games and applications. It supports more than 150 game systems and comes configured for a large selection of emulators, game engines, game managers, and gaming services. Its built-in scraper downloads game details and media, including images, videos, and manuals. Users can adjust configuration options and themes, and download additional themes through the built-in theme downloader. The interface supports full controller navigation. Windows, macOS, and Linux editions are free to download and use, fully open source, and may be distributed freely. The Android release is a paid, partially closed-source app, and no price is listed. It is available through Patreon, Samsung Galaxy Store, and Huawei AppGallery. The Android FAQ gives 64-bit Android 10 or later as the basic requirement and says one purchase can be used on all of the buyer’s devices without a subscription or additional costs. Support links include a user guide, FAQs, and Discord.
Paradox Launcher
Paradox Launcher has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.