Multi-Platform Cataloging
Organize titles across PlayStation, Nintendo, Xbox, Sega, Atari, PC, and vintage microcomputers. Filter by platform folders, release years, developers, publishers, genres, and region codes.
Platform details →VIDEO GAME DATABASE SOFTWARE
Catalog your
game collection.
Keep track of your video game collection and wish list across every console generation. Use the mobile app on the go, the native desktop app at your computer, or self-host in your browser.
iOS & AndroidWindows, macOS & LinuxWeb & Docker100% Free & Open-Source
EFFORTLESS CATALOGING
Three simple ways to build your game database
Whether you're cataloging ten games or ten thousand, Collectarr makes adding fast and accurate.
01
Scan Barcodes
Use your phone's camera, desktop webcam, or a USB barcode scanner to batch-scan cases. Instant matches download official cover art, publishers, developers, release dates, and genres.
Fastest for retail games02
Search by Platform & Title
Type the game's title and filter by system (e.g. SNES, Game Boy, PlayStation). Preview covers, regional variants, and packaging before adding to your library with one click.
Great for retro cartridges03
Add Custom & Rare Items
Homebrew releases, unreleased prototypes, custom reproduction carts, and promotional kits. Add custom titles, upload your own photography, and define personalized custom fields.
Infinite customizationCompleteness & Condition
Track the exact physical reality of your copies: Loose, Complete in Box (CIB),New / Sealed, Box only, or Manual only. Store packaging conditions and personal grades.
Completeness tiers →Hardware & Accessories
Independent cataloging for game consoles, handhelds, controllers, memory cards, and special accessories. Record hardware models, personal serial numbers, and storage locations.
Hardware tracking →Toys-to-Life Figures
Dedicated collections for Amiibo, Skylanders, Disney Infinity, and interactive figures. Keep track of series, figure variants, packaging status, and custom figure/box photography.
Toys-to-life guide →Valuation & Snapshots
Log purchase dates, purchase stores, and historical prices in your local currency. Record valuation snapshots without depending on proprietary cloud subscriptions.
Valuation workflows →Trailers, Media & Covers
Save YouTube trailer links, developer links, high-res front/back cover art, and up to five additional photos per item for cartridges, circuit boards, and manual pages.
Images & media →AVAILABLE EVERYWHERE
Mobile, Web & Desktop — perfect companions!
Both Collectarr Mobile and Collectarr Desktop can be used entirely on their own as a standalone solution. But they truly shine when used together.
While away from home
Collectarr Mobile
Browse your collection on your phone while crate digging at retro game stores, conventions, or flea markets. Never accidentally buy a duplicate cartridge again. Scan barcodes on the spot and add items directly.
- Quick handheld barcode scanning
- Offline database always in your pocket
- Wish list tracking to spot missing games
Back at your computer
Collectarr Desktop & Web
Use the full-screen desktop client for deep cataloging sessions, multi-column sorting, custom field configuration, bulk editing, and generating comprehensive collection valuation reports.
- High-density customizable table views
- Comprehensive backup & safe restore manager
- Keyboard shortcuts (Ctrl+K, F1) for lightning speed
HARDWARE & TOYS INTEGRATION
More than just software discs.
The full gaming setup.
Video game collecting encompasses consoles, controllers, and figures. Collectarr handles hardware and toys as first-class domain models with dedicated schemas.
Gaming Hardware
- Consoles & Handhelds: Track model numbers, firmware versions, and regional specifications.
- Serial Number Privacy: Serial numbers live purely in your local database, never uploaded to public servers.
- Controllers & Peripherals: Document controllers, racing wheels, VR headsets, and cables.
- Dedicated Hardware List: Leads with platform icon and platform name before title.
Toys-to-Life
- Figure & Base Series: Group by game series (e.g. Smash Bros., Zelda, Splatoon, Skylanders Trap Team).
- Loose vs. Boxed: Track loose figures vs. mint in original packaging.
- Dedicated Photography: Dual image slots for Figure Image and Box Image.
- Custom Folders: Browse your collection organized naturally by figure series.
WHY COLLECTORS CHOOSE COLLECTARR
Local-first freedom vs. proprietary cloud lock-in
Built for collectors who want complete ownership over their databases without subscription paywalls.
| Capability | Cloud Database Apps (CLZ) | Collectarr Games |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Paid subscription (€49.90 / year) | 100% Free & Open-Source |
| Data Ownership | Trapped in vendor's cloud account | Local SQLite database on your device |
| Hardware & Consoles | Restricted by subscription tier | Full hardware & accessories schemas |
| Serial Number Privacy | Synced to commercial servers | Stored strictly locally on your machine |
| Completeness Recalculation | Fixed manual prices | Atomic packaging tier recalculation |
| Custom Fields | Paid tier restrictions | Unlimited typed custom fields |
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Questions about Collectarr Games
Is Collectarr Games really free?
Yes. Collectarr is free and open-source software. There is no subscription and no account required to keep a library.
Where is my game collection stored?
In a local SQLite database on your own device. Hardware serial numbers stay local and are never uploaded or synced publicly.
Can I import my CLZ Games collection?
Yes. CLZ Games CSV / TXT files and CLZ Web XML are supported, with separate mappings for Games, Hardware and Toys.
Can I track consoles and figures, not just games?
Yes. Hardware and Toys-to-Life have their own entry types, fields and photo slots.
How are Loose, CIB and New copies valued?
Each copy records its completeness tier. Changing box or manual presence recalculates unlocked values from the market snapshots you recorded.
Which platforms are supported?
Windows, macOS, Linux and Android, plus a web bundle and Docker image for self-hosting.
COMMUNITY & SUPPORT
Join the Collectarr Games discussions
Have ideas for gaming platform fields, PriceCharting integrations, or hardware tracking? Discuss with other collectors in the dedicated GitHub Discussions forum.