itch.io
itch.io
The open marketplace for indie games and game jams
Alternative to Newgrounds
Install: Web app (installable)Facts checked
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About itch.io
itch.io lets independent creators sell or share games, assets and zines with creator-set revenue splits and no gatekeeping. Its game jams — thousands per year — are where much of indie gaming experiments first appear.
Published 2026-08-06 · Links checked 2026-09-15
itch.io in their own words
“itch.io is a simple way to find, download and distribute indie games online. Whether you're a developer looking to upload your game or just someone looking for something new to play itch.io has you covered.”
Where itch.io fits
itch.io is tagged #indie-games, #marketplace, #game-jams. Each tag links to every listed tool that shares it.
- #indie-games — 2 listed tools share this tag, including Newgrounds
- #marketplace — 2 listed tools share this tag
- #game-jams — the only listing with this tag so far
itch.io is one of 74 Games listed on ToolDock. Also in Games: Cascadeur, Stride, GameAsset.net — see the Games ranking (neutral, stable positions; no paid placement).
Compare itch.io with Games tools
Side-by-side pages use listing facts only: pricing, shared and unique tags, official-site facts where available, and verification dates.
| Tool | Pricing | Shared tags | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free | #indie-games | itch.io vs Newgrounds → |
itch.io alternatives & related Games
itch.io alternatives
Tools sharing tags with itch.io — each match reason is computed from real listing data.
Newgrounds
www.newgrounds.com
Legendary independent home for web games, animation and art
shares #indie-games · also Games · both Free · Newgrounds alternatives →
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Frequently asked questions
What is itch.io?
itch.io is a game: The open marketplace for indie games and game jams. It is listed on ToolDock with a direct link to its official site.
Is itch.io free?
Yes — itch.io is listed as free on ToolDock. Pricing label set at listing time; official pricing page linked where verified — see the official website for current details.
What are the best itch.io alternatives?
Alternatives to itch.io listed on ToolDock (matched by shared tags and category) include Newgrounds. See the full list of itch.io alternatives.