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Gameplay Time Tracker

Free#8 of 20 in Game Playtime Trackers

Gameplay Time Tracker: A focused, open-source Windows tracker with useful statistics and backup tools. Ranked #8 of 20 in Game Playtime Trackers by our editors (7.8/10); pricing: Free plan; best for simple Windows tracking with backup options.

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At a glance

Editor score
7.8 / 10
Pricing
Free plan
Best for
Simple Windows tracking with backup options
Free plan
Yes
Paid from
Free
Tracking mode
Automatic
Facts checked
20 Sep 2026

Where it wins
- Automatic tracking observes selected game and application executables
- Local restore tools and optional remote game-save backups
- Seven-day graphs, themes, layouts, and SteamGridDB artwork
Where it doesn't
- Verified platform coverage is limited to Windows
- Tracking depends on monitored application executables
- SteamGridDB is the only listed integration

Our verdict on Gameplay Time Tracker

Gameplay Time Tracker is a Windows desktop application for recording time spent in selected games or other applications. It observes executable files automatically, tracks total and recent playtime, and can launch monitored programs from its interface. The focus is straightforward desktop tracking rather than a broad multi-platform service, making it a fit for Windows users who want a simple way to review recent activity and organize a personal game library.

Its standout feature is the combination of automatic tracking and lightweight presentation tools. A seven-day playtime graph provides a recent activity view, while customizable themes and display layouts allow users to adjust the interface. SteamGridDB integration adds icons and hero images for monitored games. The application is distributed as open source under the GNU General Public License v3.0, and the published project identifies C# and WPF as its underlying technologies. There are no listed AI features.

Backup options add practical depth beyond basic time logging. Users can back up and restore the local data file, enable optional remote game-save backups, and configure save frequency. These tools make the product more suitable for users who value local control and backup flexibility, while the Windows-only scope narrows its fit for people who play across other operating systems. Choose Gameplay Time Tracker for automatic Windows tracking with customization and backup controls; choose an alternative if cross-platform coverage or a wider integration ecosystem is essential.

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Gameplay Time Tracker pricing

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

See plans on github.com

Gameplay Time Tracker fact sheet

Free plan	Yes
Paid from	Free
Tracking mode	Automatic
Supported platforms	Windows
Mobile app	Not verified
Desktop app	Yes
History retention	Not verified
Data export	Not verified
Deployment	Desktop
Platforms	Windows
Built for	Solo, Small business (editorial estimate)
Integrations	1 integrations: SteamGridDB
Pricing	Free plan
Website	github.com
Facts checked	20 Sep 2026

Gameplay Time Tracker integrations

Gameplay Time Tracker lists 1 integrations on its own site.

SteamGridDB

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