Turn your PC into a console.

Controller-first shell for TV setups and handhelds like Steam Deck. Full-screen library, in-game overlay, media and system controls without the desktop.

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All your games, in one place.

GameStacker brings the fluid console experience to your PC and handheld devices.

Quick Menu in-game

Open the Quick Menu from your controller to overlay achievements, music, session controls, and more, without alt-tabbing.

System controls inside the app

Switch audio output, resolution, refresh rate, and mic levels from GameStacker with your controller, plus brightness on devices that expose it. Built for handhelds, HTPCs, and TV-connected PCs.

One place to play from

Steam, Playnite, and more feed into one full-screen experience on Windows and Linux. GameStacker is the front end. Your launchers stay in charge of the catalog.

Your Achievements, Unified

Never lose track of your legacy. Sync your achievements from Steam and RetroAchievements.org automatically after every session.

Profiles for family and friends

Create separate profiles with unique colors, wallpapers, and profile pictures, plus per-person playtime and achievement history. Everyone gets their own space.

Built-in Music Player

Steam soundtracks and your local tracks in one built-in player. Start from a game page and control playback from the Quick Menu when you are in-game.

Why GameStacker?

See how GameStacker compares to other PC gaming experiences.

Feature	GameStacker	Playnite	BigBox (LaunchBox)	Steam
PlatformsWhere each experience runs	Windows (x64), Linux (x64)	Windows	Windows	Windows, Mac, Linux
In-game overlayControl your session, media, and settings without leaving the game	Yes	No	No	Yes
System controlsControl display, audio, and system media from inside the experience	Yes	No	No
Music playerListen to music while browsing your library or playing games	Yes
Unified libraryWhether games from different platforms are auto-detected and unified	Yes	Yes	Yes	No
RetroAchievements supportSupport for RetroAchievements.org sets	Yes		Yes	No
Steam Achievements supportSupport for built-in Steam achievements	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Multiple profilesSeparate spaces and stats for different people	Yes	No	No	Yes

PlatformsWhere each experience runs

Windows (x64), Linux (x64)

In-game overlayControl your session, media, and settings without leaving the game

System controlsControl display, audio, and system media from inside the experience

Music playerListen to music while browsing your library or playing games

Unified libraryWhether games from different platforms are auto-detected and unified

RetroAchievements supportSupport for RetroAchievements.org sets

Steam Achievements supportSupport for built-in Steam achievements

Multiple profilesSeparate spaces and stats for different people

All information is based on public documentation and is subject to change.

FAQ

Straight answers to questions we hear a lot.

Do I have to reinstall or re-download my games?

No. Your installs stay where they are. GameStacker is a new front door, not a migration project.

Can my PC open straight into the library?

Yes. Enable launch at login and you skip the desktop step. Power on and you are already choosing what to play.

Do I have to use a controller?

No. You can navigate the entire app with a keyboard if you prefer. It works for browsing, launching, and settings, not just typing. Button hints update based on whether you last used a controller or keys.

The Guide button on my controller opens something else. Can I remap the Quick Menu?

Yes. You can move the Quick Menu to another button or a button combo so it does not collide with overlays or system shortcuts.

Can I listen to music through Spotify or other players?

Yes. Start music in your favorite player and GameStacker will let you control system media using the controller. You don’t necessarily need to use MP3 files.