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Overview

GameVault 1 is the original .NET desktop app for Windows. It is feature-complete and receives maintenance fixes only. New features go into GameVault 2.

GameVault 1 is not deprecated. It still works, and it remains the only client with full GameVault+ support.

When to use it​

  • You depend on GameVault+ features such as cloud saves, multiple profiles, themes or the Steam, Discord and Playnite integrations.
  • You want the Microsoft Store distribution with its automatic updates.
  • You are on Windows and prefer the most mature client.

When to use GameVault 2 instead​

  • You are on Linux or macOS. GameVault 1 is Windows-only.
  • You want multiple versions per game, native Linux launching with umu-launcher, per-game Wine/Proton prefixes, or gamepad navigation on a Steam Deck.
  • You want to help test the client that will replace GameVault 1.

The feature comparison lists every difference and the tracking issue for each gap in GameVault 2.

Platforms​

PlatformDistributionGuide
WindowsMicrosoft Store, winget, GitHubInstalling on Windows

GameVault 1 is Windows-only. For Linux and Steam Deck, use GameVault 2 on Linux.

Documentation​

Next steps​