Vice
Vice: A complete, free Linux recorder with replay, editing, markers, and Discord sharing. Ranked #15 of 30 in Game Recording Software by our editors (7.4/10); pricing: Free plan; best for linux users wanting a complete recorder.
At a glance
- Editor score7.4 / 10
- PricingFree plan
- Best forLinux users wanting a complete recorder
- Free planYes
- Paid fromFree
- Instant replayYes
- Facts checked20 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Instant replay and full-session recording with highlight markers
- Built-in trimming and multi-track video/audio editing
- NVENC/VAAPI acceleration and Discord clip sharing
Where it doesn't
- Platform coverage is limited to Linux
- Hardware acceleration depends on NVENC or VAAPI availability
- Sharing features are centered on Discord
Our verdict on Vice
Vice is a free, open-source game recording application for Linux users who want more than basic screen capture. It combines instant replay, full-session recording, highlight markers, clip organization, editing, and sharing in one desktop application. Global hotkeys save recent gameplay, while automatic game-based naming and playlists help organize clips. Support for X11, GNOME, KDE, Hyprland, and Sway gives it broad coverage across Linux desktop environments.
Its standout feature is the combination of replay and full-session workflows. Instant replay continuously keeps recent gameplay available for hotkey capture, while full-session recording can mark highlights during longer play sessions. The built-in trimming and multi-track video/audio editor keeps basic post-capture work inside the application. Rebindable hotkeys and configurable recording settings add control for users who want to tailor capture behavior. NVENC and VAAPI hardware-accelerated recording can also reduce the capture workload when compatible hardware is available.
Vice is particularly strong for Linux players who want a complete recorder without a paid tier. Clip organization, public clip links, Discord inline playback, and Discord Rich Presence make it suited to users who share gameplay in Discord. Its focus is narrower for people working across multiple operating systems or building a broader publishing workflow beyond Discord. Choose Vice if Linux support, instant replay, editing, and open-source software are priorities; consider another recorder if Windows or macOS coverage is required.
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Vice pricing
Vice fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | Free |
| Instant replay | Yes |
| Capture resolution | Not verified |
| Recording modes | Multi-mode |
| Watermark-free video | Not verified |
| GPU encoding | Yes |
| Webcam overlay | Not verified |
| Supported platforms | Linux |
| Deployment | Desktop |
| Platforms | Linux |
| Support | Community, Docs |
| Built for | Solo (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 1 integrations: Discord |
| Pricing | Free plan |
| Website | eklonofficial.github.io |
| Facts checked | 20 Sep 2026 |
Vice integrations
Vice lists 1 integrations on its own site.
- Discord
Alternatives to Vice
- OBS StudioA flexible free recorder and streaming tool for creators who want control.9.3
- SteelSeries MomentsA free Windows clip editor with automatic highlights, multi-track audio, and direct sharing.9.1
- OutplayedA versatile Windows recorder for automatic highlights, full sessions, and clip sharing.9.0
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