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Geode iOS Launcher
Manages installing and launching Geometry Dash for iOS
Geode iOS Launcher is a specialized utility designed to install, manage, and launch a modified version of Geometry Dash with Geode modding support on iOS devices, overcoming Apple’s restrictive app distribution policies through sideloading techniques. It acts as a bridge between the Geode modding ecosystem and iOS, enabling users to run modded versions of the game without requiring a traditional jailbreak. The application supports multiple installation methods, including SideStore, developer certificates, and other sideloading approaches, each offering different levels of functionality and compatibility. It incorporates mechanisms to enable or simulate Just-In-Time execution, allowing mods to function even under Apple’s limitations, including partial support through JIT-less execution modes. The launcher also integrates mod management features, letting users browse, install, and update modifications directly within the app environment. -
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Prism Launcher
Custom launcher for Minecraft to easily manage installations
An Open Source Minecraft launcher with the ability to manage multiple instances, accounts, and mods. Focused on user freedom and free redistributability. Install and launch modpacks easily, while keeping them clean. No longer do you need to manually install them, and easily update mod packs, Prism Launcher can do these tasks for you, without installing tons of separate launchers. Prism Launcher is able to download & update individual mods from outside of modpacks using Modrinth and CurseForge. Each Minecraft instance has its own folder, with separate mods, resource packs and other things. You don't need an embedded web browser as a game launcher. Prism Launcher uses the Qt toolkit, which requires little system resources. Prism Launcher also lets you customize the menu and supports custom themes. -
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XXMI Launcher
Modding platform for GI, HSR, WW and ZZZ
XXMI Launcher is a unified launcher and management tool designed to simplify the installation and operation of model importers used for modding several popular games, including titles like Genshin Impact and Honkai Star Rail. It acts as a centralized interface that allows users to install, configure, and launch multiple modding frameworks from a single application, reducing the complexity typically associated with manual setup. The software is built with a plug-and-play philosophy, automatically detecting supported games and deploying the appropriate modding environment without requiring deep technical knowledge. It also includes advanced configuration options that allow users to customize how games are launched, providing flexibility for different setups and workflows. The launcher maintains itself and its associated components through automatic updates, ensuring compatibility with game updates and modding tools. -
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MultiMC
Launcher for Minecraft that allows you to easily manage installations
MultiMC is an alternative launcher for Minecraft. It allows you to have multiple, cleanly separated instances of Minecraft (each with their own mods, resource packs, saves, etc) and helps you manage them and their associated options with a simple and powerful interface. -
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Rekado
Payload launcher and serial number checker for Nintendo Switch
Payload launcher is written in Kotlin for Nintendo Switch. The application doesn't require Root on your device. -
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Quiver Launcher
Modern launcher for apps from GitHub and GitLab releases
Quiver Launcher is a cross-platform application launcher that simplifies discovering, downloading, installing, and managing games and software distributed through GitHub and GitLab releases. It provides a centralized library for organizing PC ports, game recompilations, fan projects, and other community-developed applications without manually downloading and configuring each release. Quiver Launcher features a browsable community catalog where users can search for software by console, platform, and category while exploring feedback from other users. The application automatically checks downloads against recorded checksums, manages software updates, and supports installing mods from popular platforms such as Thunderstore and GameBanana. Users can customize their libraries with playlists, integrate applications with Steam, synchronize collections across devices, and access a controller-friendly interface for gaming setups. -
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Heroic Games Launcher
A Native GOG and Epic Games Launcher for Linux, Windows and Mac
Heroic is an Open Source GOG and Epic games launcher for Linux, Windows and macOS. Also available on the SteamDeck! Check game details like description, publisher, download and install size, time played and more. On Linux and on MacOS you can select to install the Windows version of a native game. This might be handy in case the native version is not supported anymore. On Linux you can choose that for GOG games only. Go to the Epic or GOG store without even leaving Heroic. Get free games or buy new ones directly from Heroic's interface! Add games to favorites or simply hide the games you already played or will never play at all! If you don't like the default colors, you have the ability to change them. It also includes the famous Dracula theme. On Linux, download the latest version of Wine-GE, Wine-Lutris or even Proton-GE using the Wine Manager. These selection of Wine version are focused on improving the gaming experience and compatibility. -
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Wox
A cross-platform launcher that simply works
Wox is a cross-platform launcher that simply works. It's an alternative to Alfred and Launchy. -
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PolyMC
Custom launcher to manage multiple installations of Minecraft at once
An Open Source Minecraft launcher with the ability to manage multiple instances, accounts, and mods. Focused on user freedom and free redistributability. Install and launch modpacks easily, while keeping them clean. No longer do you need to manually install them, and an updating feature is coming soon. PolyMC can do that for you, without installing tons of separate launchers. Are you sick of finding and adding that one mod you need? PolyMC is able to download & update individual mods from outside of mod packs using Modrinth and CurseForge. -
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Steam Tinker Launch
Linux wrapper tool for use with the Steam client for custom launch
Steam Tinker Launch is a versatile Linux wrapper tool for use with the Steam client which allows for easy graphical configuration of game tools, such as GameScope, MangoHud, modding tools, and a bunch more. It supports both games using Proton and native Linux games and works on both X11 and Wayland. An incredible wrapper with a menu that lets you easily toggle and modify various settings for games on Linux. Anything from proton versions to startup and exit scripts, proton/dxvk/etc. settings, FSR, reshade, and even options for various tools like game mode, replay-sorcery, game scope, etc. Tons more too. I just set my default proton version to "steam tinker launcher" and then every game launches with a 2-second menu that allows you to easily change any of the settings. If you don't press any buttons it just goes with the defaults and launches the game. -
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jdMinecraftLauncher
Unofficial classic styled Minecraft Launcher
jdMinecraftLauncher is a Minecraft launcher which Look and Feel is close to the the good old official Launcher. You need a Microsoft Account which owns Minecraft to use this Launcher This Launcher is completly fanmade and not supported by Mojang/Microsoft -
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CTOSP
CTOSP an AOSP based ROM
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JasperStarter
Running JasperReports from command line
JasperStarter is a command line launcher and batch compiler for JasperReports. -
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Decky Loader
A plugin loader for the Steam Deck
Decky Loader is a homebrew plugin launcher built for the Steam Deck that enables users to extend and customize the console’s functionality through a dynamic plugin ecosystem integrated directly into the SteamOS interface. It acts as a middleware layer that injects and manages plugins, allowing deep customization such as modifying UI elements, changing system sounds, adjusting display properties, and extending system behavior beyond stock capabilities. The platform is designed to persist across system updates and reboots, ensuring continuity of installed plugins without manual reconfiguration. It supports advanced developer features such as two-way communication between plugins and the loader, as well as interoperability between Python backends and TypeScript React frontends. Decky Loader also allows plugins to bypass typical browser restrictions like CORS, enabling more powerful integrations with external data sources. -
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GDLauncher
GDLauncher is a simple, yet powerful Minecraft custom launcher
GDLauncher is a simple, yet powerful Minecraft custom launcher with a strong focus on the user experience. Our main focus is to provide a powerful launcher but keeping the UI clean and modern. You'll be able to browse and download any mod pack directly from within the launcher! You can play vanilla, forge and fabric directly from the launcher, without needing to download anything else. You can easily download mods and keep them up to date. You don't need to have java installed on your pc. We will automatically download the best java release to ensure complete compatibility. You don't need to have java installed, a suitable version will be downloaded automatically. It's as easy as pie to install the vanilla game, forge, fabric, and all curseforge modpacks. No further action from the user is required. -
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ludo
A libretro frontend written in golang
Ludo is a user-friendly, lightweight frontend for the libretro ecosystem, designed to make retro game emulation simple and accessible. Unlike more complex frontends like RetroArch, Ludo emphasizes minimalism and ease of use, offering a plug-and-play experience with clean navigation and fast loading times. It supports multiple libretro cores, handles gamepad input automatically, and works across platforms with a native UI. Ludo is ideal for users who want to enjoy retro games with minimal setup and maximum compatibility. -
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Sol
MacOS launcher & command palette
Sol is an open source app launcher, focused on ease of use and speed. It has minimal configuration and runs natively. -
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Ulauncher
Feature rich application Launcher for Linux
Type in an application name without worrying about spelling. Ulauncher will figure out what you meant. It also remembers your previous choices and automatically selects the best option for you. Ulauncher provides 4 themes built in. But if you need something different you can always create a custom color theme. Improve your workflow with customizable shortcuts and extensions. Create a shortcut for web search or your scripts or install a 3rd party extension. -
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Launchy
Application launcher for Windows, Mac OS X, FreeBSD and Linux
Launchy is a free utility designed to help you forget about your start menu, your desktop icons, and your file manager. Launchy indexes and launches your applications, documents, project files, folders, and bookmarks with just a few keystrokes! -
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wsldl
Advanced WSL launcher / installer. (Win10 FCU x64/arm64 or later.)
Advanced WSL launcher/installer. (Win10 FCU x64/arm64 or later.) Requires Windows 10 1709 Fall Creators Update or later(x64/arm64). Windows Subsystem for Linux feature is enabled. -
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GTA V NonSteam Launcher
Lets you start the non-Steam version of GTA V through Steam properly.
This little program can be used to start GTA V through Steam, using a non-Steam shortcut. Alternative methods to start the game through Steam result in a game crash, or don't show your friends that you are playing GTA V. This program takes care of all that by starting the game's launcher, followed by running invisibly in the background until the process of GTA5.exe exits. -
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Plugin for Launchy, meant as replacement for apparently dead plugin mathy. MathyResurrected will try to replicate Mathy functionality.
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Albert
A fast and flexible keyboard launcher
Albert is a blazing-fast, plugin-based keyboard launcher written in C++/Qt. -
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Vicinae
A focused launcher for your desktop - native, fast, extensible
Vicinae is a free, open-source desktop productivity launcher that provides fast access to applications, files, commands, and system utilities. Built with C++ and Qt, it offers a native command palette designed for keyboard-driven workflows. Users can launch programs, search files, manage clipboard history, and expand frequently used text snippets. The application includes a calculator, emoji picker, browser tab switcher, and window management tools. Its extension system supports React and TypeScript plugins, including compatibility with parts of the Raycast extension ecosystem. Developers can create custom functionality through script commands and dmenu-style interfaces. Vicinae provides a customizable environment for reducing repetitive desktop interactions and improving everyday productivity. -
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