RAWG.io

API

Comprehensive game database API with 500k+ titles across 50+ platforms

Overview

RAWG.io API provides RESTful access to a database of 500,000+ games spanning 50+ platforms (mobile, console, PC). Key endpoints include /games (search/filter games), /platforms (list platforms), /genres (browse genres), /reviews (access user reviews), and /game/{id} (detailed game info). Responses are JSON-formatted, including metadata like release dates, ratings, screenshots, and system requirements. Ideal for building game discovery tools, price comparison apps, content aggregators, or integrating game data into blogs/forums. Supports filtering by platform, genre, release date, and rating for targeted queries.

Example Integration (JavaScript)

script.js JS


fetch('https://rawg.io/apidocs')
  .then(res => res.json())
  .then(data => console.log(data))
  .catch(err => console.error(err));

Key Features

RESTful API
JSON response format
500k+ game database
50+ supported platforms
Advanced filtering options
Detailed game metadata (ratings, screenshots, system reqs)

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is RAWG.io free to use?

Yes, RAWG.io offers a free tier with limited requests per minute. Paid tiers are available for higher rate limits and advanced features.

? Does it require an API Key?

Yes, an API key is required for all requests. You can obtain one by registering on the RAWG.io website.

? What is the response format?

All responses are in JSON format, including game details, platform info, genre lists, and user reviews.

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Tool Info

Pricing Freemium

Category Games & Comics

Platform Public API

Pros

⊕ Extensive game data coverage
⊕ Well-documented endpoints
⊕ Supports mobile & console platforms
⊕ Easy to integrate
⊕ Regular data updates

Cons

⊖ Rate-limited free tier
⊖ Premium required for high-volume access
⊖ No SLA for free users
⊖ Certain features locked behind paid plans