Windows Game Launchers & Emulators: 17 Free Apps (2026)

Cemu is a highly experimental software to emulate Wii U applications on PC.

EmulationStation Desktop Edition is a frontend for browsing and launching games from your multi-platform game collection.

Heroic Games Launcher is an open-source alternative game launcher for Epic Games Store.

Itch.io is a digital distribution platform for indie games and creative projects.

Modrinth App is a desktop application for managing Minecraft mods and modpacks.

Playnite is an open-source video game library manager with one simple goal: To provide a unified interface for all of your games.

Prism Launcher is an open-source Minecraft launcher with the ability to manage multiple instances, accounts, and mods.

Battle.net is a launcher for games produced and designed and developed by Activision Blizzard

CurseForge is a desktop application for managing mods and modpacks across multiple games, powered by Overwolf.

EA App is a platform for accessing and playing Electronic Arts games.

Epic Games Launcher is the client for accessing and playing games from the Epic Games Store.

GeForce NOW is a cloud gaming service that allows you to play high-quality PC games on your device.

GOG Galaxy is a gaming client that offers DRM-free games, additional content, and more.

Roblox is a platform and game production and modeling system that allows users to produce and build and play games developed by the community.

Steam is a digital distribution platform for purchasing and playing video games, offering multiplayer gaming, video streaming, and more.

Ubisoft Connect is Ubisoft's digital distribution and online gaming service, providing access to Ubisoft's games and services.

Virtual Desktop Streamer is a tool that allows you to stream your desktop screen to VR devices.