Gameyfin is a free, open-source self-hosted game library manager, like Jellyfin for games. See features, setup, licensing and alternatives.
Category
Gaming & Game Servers
Pricing
Open Source, from Free
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Last updated
July 18, 2026
Founded
2023
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Overview
Gameyfin is a free, open-source, self-hosted application that scans local folders of PC games, fetches metadata and cover art, and serves the result as a browsable web library, similar to how Jellyfin works for movies and TV.
Led by developer grimsi and first released in 2023, the project has grown quickly, reaching over 40 releases, version 2.4.0, and more than 1,000 GitHub stars by mid-2026.
Key Features
Gameyfin automatically indexes game libraries, supports direct in-browser downloads, and lets users share collections with other household members, with LAN-optimized caching for fast local transfers.
It supports single sign-on via OAuth2 and OpenID Connect providers like Authentik and Pocket-ID, a PF4J-based plugin system, and colorblind-accessible themes, and deploys easily via Docker or Unraid.
Pricing
Gameyfin is completely free and open source under the AGPL-3.0 licence, with no paywalls, subscription tiers, or feature restrictions of any kind.
The only cost is the hardware used to self-host it, such as an existing home server or NAS most users already own.
Key Features
Automatic library scanning — Scans configured folders and automatically fetches metadata and cover art for each game.
Web-based browsing and download — Provides a clean browser interface for browsing and directly downloading games in the library.
Library sharing — Allows multiple users, such as family or friends, to share access to one game library.
LAN-optimized caching — Caches data locally to speed up repeated downloads over a home network.
Single sign-on support — Integrates with OAuth2 and OpenID Connect identity providers such as Authentik and Pocket-ID.
Plugin architecture — Uses the PF4J framework to let developers extend Gameyfin without modifying the core codebase.
Colorblind-accessible themes — Includes UI themes designed with accessibility in mind.
Docker and Unraid deployment — Ships official Docker images and an Unraid Community Applications listing for simple installation.
Pros & Cons
Pros
Completely free and open source with no paywalls
Actively developed, with over 40 releases and a growing GitHub community
Modern tech stack (Spring Boot, Kotlin, React, TypeScript)
Simple deployment via Docker or Unraid
Supports self-hosted single sign-on integrations
Cons
Relatively young project (launched 2023), so some features and polish are still evolving
AGPL-3.0 license imposes copyleft obligations on modified redistributions
Requires users to already own the games they index; does not source game files itself
Smaller plugin and integration ecosystem than established media servers like Jellyfin or Plex
Pricing
Self-Hosted (Open Source) Free N/A
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gameyfin free?
Yes, Gameyfin is fully free and open source under the AGPL-3.0 license with no paywalls.
What platforms does Gameyfin run on?
Gameyfin runs via Docker, on Unraid, or on any system with a Java Virtual Machine, covering Linux, Windows and macOS hosts.
Does Gameyfin download games for me?
No, Gameyfin indexes and serves games you already own and have placed in your library folders; it does not source or distribute game content.
Can multiple people share one Gameyfin library?
Yes, Gameyfin supports multi-user access so a library can be shared with friends or family.
How does Gameyfin compare to Jellyfin or Plex?
Jellyfin and Plex are media servers for video and music; Gameyfin applies the same self-hosted library concept specifically to PC game files.
Does Gameyfin support single sign-on?
Yes, through OAuth2 and OpenID Connect, with documented support for providers like Authentik and Pocket-ID.