Battle.net

Battle.net is ranked #6 of 21 in PC game launchers on The Geeks Club. It runs on Android, iOS, macOS, Windows. There is a free plan.

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Battle.net desktop app and mobile app Free Desktop app for Windows and Mac · mobile app for iOS and Android · games and some in-game purchases may cost extra download.battle.net · 30 Sept 2026

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Free plan: Yes

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Battle.net

Game launcher: The desktop app launches games, connects players with friends, and provides news and updates.
Game library: The app brings games together in one place and offers access to free-to-play games such as Overwatch 2 and Call of Duty: Warzone.
Store: Players can shop for games and expansions and send digital gifts to friends.
Social features: The desktop app includes messaging and voice chat, friend connections, and real-time updates.
News: The app provides news including sales, trailers, and patch notes.
Mobile app: The Battle.net mobile app supports shopping, social features, news, and account safety while on the go.
Mobile platforms: Blizzard says its mobile app is available for iOS and Android and includes chat, friend presence, and friend requests.
Two-factor authentication: Users can enable two-factor authentication to add an extra layer of account security.
Account security: Blizzard recommends adding an authenticator and says two-step verification makes unauthorized account access extremely difficult.
Game installation: Blizzard Support says all World of Warcraft versions and game modes are installed through the Battle.net desktop app.
Game updates: The desktop app can install games and patches and keep them automatically up to date while running.
Offline limitations: Offline mode is available only in select games; downloading games and applying updates require an internet connection, and social features and matchmaking are unavailable offline.
Support: Blizzard Support provides help with Battle.net account access, authenticators, phone numbers, parental controls, and payments.
Founded: 1991
Price from: Free

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Where it ranks on The Geeks Club

Best PC Game Launchers in 2026#6 of 21
Best Game Distribution Platforms in 2026#5 of 14

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Sources

download.battle.net/en-us/desktop· checked 30 Sept 2026
worldofwarcraft.blizzard.com/en-us/news/21061009· checked 30 Sept 2026
us.support.blizzard.com/ru/article/14319· checked 30 Sept 2026
us.support.blizzard.com/en/article/195680· checked 30 Sept 2026
news.blizzard.com/en-us/article/14569679/launchers-upgrad· checked 30 Sept 2026
us.support.blizzard.com/pl/article/000010313· checked 30 Sept 2026
us.support.blizzard.com/en/· checked 30 Sept 2026