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MacGameStore App vs Steam: catalog facts
MacGameStore App	Steam
Free The app is free with no subscription fees; games are bought individually.	Freemium The client is free; games and other content are bought individually.
macOS	Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS
Built-in compatibility checker for your Mac Free demos to try games before buying	Native client for Windows, macOS and Linux Large store with free and paid games
Only covers games sold through MacGameStore macOS only	Requires a Steam account Closed source
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Closed source	Closed source
License not stated	License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed	Account needed
Not stated if it works offline	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 2, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026

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