HeroicGamesLauncher

Heroic Games Launcher is an open-source desktop app that provides a unified interface to manage and launch games from multiple storefronts on Linux, Windows, and macOS. The application serves as a centralized hub, allowing users to avoid running multiple proprietary clients simultaneously while maintaining access to their purchased digital libraries.

The application is available through various distribution methods to suit different operating systems. On Linux, it is available as a Flatpak via Flathub, as well as through distribution specific packages for Ubuntu, Fedora, and Arch Linux. macOS users can install it via Homebrew or a DMG file, while Windows users can utilize WinGet or a standard executable installer. It supports nearly 40 different languages to accommodate a global user base.

Key features

• Login support for multiple game accounts
• Install, uninstall, update, repair, and move games
• Cloud save synchronization
• Wine and Proton integration for Linux gaming
• Crossover support for macOS
• Direct access to game stores
• ProtonDB and Steam Deck compatibility information for Linux
• Ability to add games and applications from outside the supported stores
• Custom theming and category organization

Heroic is built using web technologies and the Electron framework. It does not implement its own store protocols from scratch but instead relies on several specialized backend tools to function. It uses a fork of Legendary, gogdl, and Nile. For Linux users, it integrates with various Wine runners and provides the ability to download custom versions of Proton to improve game compatibility and performance. It also supports the use of the Game-Porting-Toolkit and DXVK for enhanced graphics translation.

This software is positioned as a cross-platform manager for users who want to avoid proprietary launchers while maintaining access to their purchased game libraries.