GamingBuddy: Game Tracker

GamingBuddy: Game Tracker

Wishlist, Backlog, Releases

201 ratings
25 reviews
Free
In-App Purchases

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Released
May 24, 2023
Updated
October 27, 2026

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Track your game backlog, wishlist, and upcoming releases with this gamer's companion. Discover new games, follow gaming events, and stay updated with news and reviews. Offers free core features and an optional paid version for advanced functionality.

✓Track backlog and wishlist
✓Monitor new game releases
✓Follow gaming events
✓Add home screen widgets
✓Discover new games
✓Search IGDB database
✓Share game details
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What's New in GamingBuddy

4.8.5

October 27, 2026

- Small follow-up to previous improvements for non-full release dates. If you are tracking for example Early Access date and game gets full release date announcement, GamingBuddy will now notify you. - Design tweaks and improvements for Feed: Review cards, New badge - Game detail screen now use colors from game artwork for the background

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Subscriptions & In-App Purchases

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$13.991 Year
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Events

Read more about The Wolf Among Us is back

The Wolf Among Us is back

Amazing adventure is back after 10 years.

Oct 29, 2026 — Nov 24, 2026

Read more about Crimson Desert gets expansion

Crimson Desert gets expansion

Critically acclaimed RPG is getting first DLC.

Oct 29, 2026 — Nov 23, 2026

Read more about GTA VI Countdown

GTA VI Countdown

The wait for GTA VI just got a little more fun.

Oct 20, 2026 — Nov 19, 2026

User reviews

Almost perfect app that checks nearly all my boxes!

This is a wonderfully designed app! I’ve literally researched and tried every video game related app and web based platform out there. This one has a sleek design, very reasonable one time purchase option if desired, tags (also a work around for creating custom lists), ability to follow developers as well as publishers to get updates when they release new games (which no one else seems to have!), wishlist reminders, industry event reminders, and widgets! I appreciate that this is NOT a social app like many other game apps are trying to be. We don’t need yet another place for amateur reviews and following strangers. You can rate games and see professional reviews though. You can also mark completion status.

The biggest thing missing for me is a way to export my collection to a spreadsheet or something like other apps offer. Is this planned? A way to connect to libraries like Steam, XBOX, and PlayStation would also be nice.

FYI the “Contact” button in the app appears to be broken and doesn’t do anything.
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Response from developer

Hello, thank you for feedback and the kind words! The export would be possible - the main question is about the format I think. As for connecting Steam and other services - I would like to offer it at least for initial import but I believe only Steam offers "official" access and using workarounds is quite risky so I am not sure how to approach it. I will check the "Contact" button, it should open your default email client. Best, Filip

I love it

Awesome

This is the one!

I’ve searched high and low for a game release date tracker with reminders and downloaded so many apps, and this one came out on top. It’s the best at pulling data from IGDB (so many games just don’t show up on the other apps I’ve tried), the reminders work properly, and the free tier is very good. My only issue is the UI/UX. It’s by no means bad, but I wish it were a little prettier or sleeker.
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Response from developer

Hello, thank you for the review! I am glad you like the app. I am not profi designer, however if there is particular part of UI/UX you really don't link, point me to it and I will try to improve it. Best, Filip

Great app!

I heard about this app from TCGS Podcast. I’d been looking for something to track my games for a while so it was an instant download. Appreciate the fair pricing, lack of adverts and quality design of the app - really quick and easy to use. Only thing I find it lacking in is price tracking, it would be super useful to know when games in my wishlist went on sale!
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Perfect for a prince

The app is beautiful and has the necessary functionalities with the main information about the games, but I think it's expensive for what it offers. Charging to see reviews or a price just for access seems strange. In my opinion, if the goal was to finance through subscriptions, they should first build a base of active users, a community, and then add prices for more cosmetic things, the number of organizations, and things like that. I don't feel like paying the app price for a new app that I don't know if it will have a consolidated user base and consequently allow me to see a game, the opinions, and get any idea about it, if I can see it for free elsewhere. Another thing I don't like much is offering several options of the same game (i.e., Wildlands Deluxe Edition; Wildlands Complete Edition). I prefer when it's the game itself and within it, the versions appear, like a subcategory. But anyway, the app is gorgeous, it makes you want to use it and follow along, but it's still too early to draw any conclusions. Congratulations to the developer who knew how to combine the backlog aspect with a more Apple-like UI. The same goes for the Nintendo one, but in my opinion, it ends up being expensive. Maybe I'm just poor.
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Response from developer

Hello, thanks for detailed feedback. As for the free/paid version limits - this is very hard to get right and in a way that works for everyone. The reason for locking reviews for individual games is that OpenCritic is big monthly cost for me and something that can be viewed as "extra". In the past I mostly removed existing limits (for example the Favorites collection used to be limited). I will look into the editions - I am not super happy with it myself - the main issue is that IGDB sometimes doesn't list them, sometimes the editions have different releases or platforms so it makes proactive "hiding" them into main game bit problematic. I would appreciate more details about where in the app are the editions most bothering you. Best, Filip

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FAQ

Does GamingBuddy have ads?

No, GamingBuddy is completely ad-free, offering an uninterrupted user experience.

What are the subscription options for GamingBuddy Unlimited?

GamingBuddy Unlimited offers a monthly subscription for $1.49 with a 7-day free trial, and an annual subscription for $13.99 with a 7-day free trial.

What devices is GamingBuddy available on?

GamingBuddy is available on Apple TV, iPhone, and iPad, allowing you to manage your gaming library across multiple Apple devices.

How often is GamingBuddy updated?

The latest version is 4.8.5, and it was last updated on October 27, 2026. This indicates a history of regular updates to improve functionality and add features.

What is the age rating for GamingBuddy?

GamingBuddy has an age rating of +12, making it suitable for users aged 12 and above.

Can I use GamingBuddy offline?

The core features of GamingBuddy, such as tracking your backlog and wishlist, can likely be used offline. However, features that require real-time data, like checking OpenCritic scores or news, will need an internet connection.

How does GamingBuddy compare to other game tracking apps?

GamingBuddy stands out with its ad-free experience, no account requirement for core features, and deep integration with IGDB and OpenCritic for comprehensive game data.

What kind of widgets does GamingBuddy offer?

GamingBuddy offers release countdown widgets for single games, a calendar view of favorited games releasing this month, and an 'Up Next' widget showing your upcoming favorite games. Some advanced widgets are part of the Unlimited subscription.