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Yamata Launcher

The ultimate multi-platform game launcher that unifies game catalogs, downloads, and libraries from multiple ecosystems into a single, extensible application.

Named after Yamata-no-Orochi (八岐大蛇), symbolizing multiplicity, power, and unification under a single entity.

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Powerful Features

Everything you need to manage, download, and play your games across all platforms in one unified experience.

True Multi-Platform Experience demonstration
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True Multi-Platform Experience

Built with full feature parity across Windows, macOS, Linux, and Android, including seamless integration with gaming-focused distributions such as Batocera and SteamOS.

Unified Game Catalogs demonstration
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Unified Game Catalogs

Manage and browse game catalogs from multiple platforms and third-party sources through a single, unified interface.

Powerful Third-Party Downloads demonstration
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Powerful Third-Party Downloads

Download games from third-party sources designed for Yamata, with full compatibility with providers from Hydra Launcher and an extensible system for future sources.

Multi-Protocol Downloads demonstration
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Multi-Protocol Downloads

Supports both Torrent and HTTP downloads and works with multiple file hosters including GoFile, MediaFire, VikingFile, Rootz, DataNodes, BuzzHeavier, PixelDrain, and FuckingFast.

Centralized Game Library demonstration
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Centralized Game Library

Keep all your games organized in one place, whether added directly from catalogs or manually as custom entries.

Game and ROM Launching demonstration
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Game and ROM Launching

Launch PC games and ROMs directly from the launcher, with Android-specific ROM intent management to ensure emulator compatibility.

Automatic Playtime Tracking demonstration
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Automatic Playtime Tracking

Automatically tracks total playtime per game on desktop platforms and displays statistics directly in the library.

Built-In Extraction System demonstration
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Built-In Extraction System

Automatically extracts downloaded content using the integrated 7z decompressor, with no external tools required.

Smart Executable Detection demonstration
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Smart Executable Detection

Automatically detects game executables after extraction using a database of known executable names, minimizing manual setup.

Rich Game Metadata demonstration
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Rich Game Metadata

Enhances your library with detailed metadata powered by GamesDB and estimated playtime data from HowLongToBeat.

Install Yamata Launcher

Available on all major platforms. Download the installer for your operating system and start gaming in minutes.

Windows

Download the installer and follow the setup steps.