Moonlight
An open-source PC client for streaming games and desktop from NVIDIA GameStream and Sunshine servers.
What is Moonlight?
Moonlight PC is an open-source game streaming client for PCs that allows users to stream games and desktop sessions from a host computer running NVIDIA GameStream or Sunshine. It enables low-latency, high-quality remote play across Windows, macOS, Linux, and Steam Link devices, turning any compatible device into a gaming or remote desktop terminal.
Gamers and users who want to stream games or access their desktop remotely from a host PC, especially those using NVIDIA GPUs with GameStream or the open-source Sunshine server on various client platforms.
Developers choose Moonlight PC for its open-source nature, cross-platform support, and feature-rich implementation including HDR, surround sound, and advanced codec support, providing a free alternative to proprietary streaming solutions with active community development.
Overview
GameStream client for PCs (Windows, Mac, Linux, and Steam Link)
Use Cases
Best For
- Streaming games from an NVIDIA GameStream-enabled PC to another computer
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