OpenRA vs Warzone 2100
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted apps from related categories — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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OpenRA
Open-source remake of classic RTS games
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Warzone 2100
Open-source 3D real-time strategy game
| Feature | OpenRA | Warzone 2100 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Game Engines & Frameworks | Game Servers |
| License | GPL-3.0 | GPL-2.0 |
| Language | C# | C++ |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 512 MB | 512 MB |
| Deployment | docker, bare-metal, binary, source | bare-metal, binary, source |
| GitHub stars | ★ 17,194 | ★ 3,903 |
| First released | 2010 | 1999 |
| Replaces | Command & Conquer, Red Alert | Command & Conquer |
Why pick each one
Frequently asked questions
Is OpenRA or Warzone 2100 better?
Neither is universally better. OpenRA has the larger community; both share a medium setup difficulty, so the decision comes down to features and licensing.
Are OpenRA and Warzone 2100 free and open-source?
Yes. OpenRA is licensed under GPL-3.0 and Warzone 2100 under GPL-2.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run OpenRA and Warzone 2100 with Docker?
OpenRA: yes. Warzone 2100: check the project docs for container support.