Linux · Internet & Browsers
Sunshine
GameStream host for Moonlight
by LizardByte
Official site: flathub.org
About Sunshine
Offering low latency, cloud gaming server capabilities with support for AMD, Intel, and Nvidia GPUs for hardware encoding. Software encoding is also available. You can connect to Sunshine from any Moonlight client on a variety of devices. A web UI is provided to allow configuration, and client pairing, from your favorite web browser. Pair from the local server or any mobile device.
NOTE: Sunshine requires additional installation steps on Flatpak.
Run flatpak run --command=additional-install.sh dev.lizardbyte.app.Sunshine
NOTE: Sunshine uses a self-signed certificate. The web browser will report it as not secure, but it is safe.
How to install Sunshine
- Click Download — the developer's official website opens in a new tab.
- Download the latest version there and run it. Choose Custom/Advanced where offered, and skip any bundled extras.
- Prefer the command line? With Flatpak you can install and update it with: flatpak install flathub dev.lizardbyte.app.Sunshine
- Open Sunshine once it finishes installing.
Frequently asked questions
Is Sunshine free to download?
Yes. The Download button sends you to flathub.org, the developer's official site, where Sunshine is available to download. Flatnic doesn't host or modify any files.
How do I install Sunshine from the command line?
With Flatpak, run: flatpak install flathub dev.lizardbyte.app.Sunshine. This installs it from the official source and keeps it updated.
Is Sunshine safe?
Sunshine downloads directly from the developer. As always, scan the installer with your antivirus and choose Custom setup to skip any bundled extras.
