Question 1

How does vglist compare to Grouvee or Backloggery?

Accepted Answer

vglist is self-hosted and uses open data from Wikidata, offering more privacy and control, while Grouvee and Backloggery are hosted services with social features. Choose vglist for data ownership, or the others for community interaction and ease of use.

Question 2

How to install vglist on a home server?

Accepted Answer

Install vglist by cloning the repository, setting up Ruby and Rails, configuring PostgreSQL, and running the server. The README provides basic guidance, but it requires familiarity with command-line tools and server administration.

Question 3

Can I import my game library from Steam or other platforms?

Accepted Answer

vglist currently lacks built-in import features for platforms like Steam. You may need to add games manually or use external scripts, as integration is primarily with Wikidata for data.

Question 4

Is vglist mobile-responsive or does it have a mobile app?

Accepted Answer

vglist is a web application and should be responsive in browsers, but there's no dedicated mobile app. Access via mobile browsers works, but the interface might not be optimized for touch screens.

Question 5

What happens if Wikidata has incorrect game information?

Accepted Answer

Errors in Wikidata data can be corrected by editing entries directly on Wikidata, as vglist pulls from there. Alternatively, you might manually adjust data in your instance, but this relies on community contributions.

Question 6

Are there any costs associated with using vglist?

Accepted Answer

vglist itself is free and open-source, but self-hosting incurs costs for server hosting, domain registration, and maintenance. There are no subscription fees, but you handle infrastructure expenses.

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