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Artemis Qt

Free#14 of 27 in Game Remote Play Software

Artemis Qt: A free, open-source desktop client with broad codec and host compatibility. Ranked #14 of 27 in Game Remote Play Software by our editors (7.9/10); pricing: Free plan; best for advanced desktop Moonlight-compatible clients.

7.9/10Editor score

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At a glance

Editor score
7.9 / 10
Pricing
Free plan
Best for
Advanced desktop Moonlight-compatible clients
Free plan
Yes
Paid from
Free
Facts checked
20 Sep 2026

Where it wins
- Supports NVIDIA GameStream, Apollo, and Sunshine servers
- Streams with H.264, HEVC, AV1, HDR, and 7.1 audio
- Adds clipboard sync, virtual display control, and server commands
Where it doesn't
- Requires a compatible PC game-streaming host
- Client coverage is limited to Windows, macOS, and Linux
- Development builds are warned to be unstable

Our verdict on Artemis Qt

Artemis Qt is a free, open-source desktop client for streaming games from compatible PC hosts. It supports NVIDIA GameStream and Apollo/Sunshine servers, and runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux, with builds optimized for Steam Deck. The product is aimed at gamers who want an advanced Moonlight-compatible client with more control over streaming, display behavior, and host-side actions than a minimal remote-play application. It is designed for desktop-focused setups rather than broad coverage across mobile or other client categories.

Its strongest area is streaming and display control. Hardware-accelerated video decoding supports H.264, HEVC, and AV1, while HDR streaming and 7.1 surround sound are available for compatible setups. Resolution scaling and fractional refresh-rate controls give users more ways to tune output, and virtual display control can help manage how the host presents the streamed session. An in-stream quick menu keeps selected controls accessible during play. These capabilities make Artemis Qt a strong fit for users who care about codec flexibility, high-quality output, and detailed desktop configuration.

The client also extends beyond video delivery with clipboard synchronization, OTP pairing, server command execution, and UUID-based app launching. Those additions suit users who want remote sessions to include practical desktop controls, not only game streaming. The trade-off is a narrower ecosystem: Artemis Qt remains dependent on compatible NVIDIA GameStream, Apollo, or Sunshine hosts, and its client platforms are limited to Windows, macOS, and Linux. Development builds are described as unstable, so users seeking a more conservative deployment should consider a more mature alternative. Choose Artemis Qt for an open-source, feature-rich desktop client; skip it if mobile clients or stability-focused releases are essential.

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Artemis Qt pricing

Plans Free planFree Free to use — no paid tier required for the core job.

See plans on github.com

Artemis Qt fact sheet

Free plan	Yes
Paid from	Free
Host platforms	Not verified
Client platforms	Windows, macOS, Linux
Maximum resolution	Not verified
Maximum frame rate	Not verified
Console support	Not verified
Multi-monitor support	Not verified
Local co-op support	Yes
Deployment	Desktop
Platforms	Windows, macOS, Linux
Support	Community, Docs
Built for	Solo, Small business (editorial estimate)
Integrations	3 integrations: Apollo, Sunshine, NVIDIA GameStream
Pricing	Free plan
Website	github.com
Facts checked	20 Sep 2026

Artemis Qt integrations

Artemis Qt lists 3 integrations on its own site.

Apollo
Sunshine
NVIDIA GameStream

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