We’ve all been there; it’s like an AA equivalent thing. You’ve got a collection – a serious collection – of games. You’re tracking them across a dozen different indexes, juggling torrents, and praying that Sonarr and Radarr don’t completely lose track of everything. It’s… chaotic. Frankly, it’s ridiculous. And that’s exactly what someone decided to fix.(…see a need, fill a need.)
I’ve stumbled across something interesting, and I want to share it with you. It’s a project called Questarr, and it’s essentially a game library manager built from the ground up, inspired by the Arr apps – you know, the ones that manage your movies and TV shows. This isn’t some half-baked solution; it’s actually quite well-built, and it’s open source, which is always a good sign.
Key Features – Let’s Get Down to Brass Tacks
So, what does it do? Well, the core functionality is pretty straightforward. It lets you browse games using the IGDB database – think popular titles, upcoming releases, new releases; it’s pulling data from a recognized source. You can track your collection with status labels – “Wanted,” “Owned,” “Playing,” “Completed” – because, let’s face it, we all have that one game we’re waiting for. And, crucially, it integrates with Torznab indexers, and supports Prowlarr for even more indexing options. It’s also connected to qBittorrent, Transmission, or rTorrent for automated downloads. Seriously, that’s a huge time saver.
The Tech Behind the Magic
Now, let’s talk about the nuts and bolts. This thing is built with React and TypeScript for the frontend, Node.js and Express for the backend, and a PostgreSQL database. It’s Dockerized, which means it’s designed to be easily deployed – which is fantastic if you’re already running these Arr apps. It’s a solid technical foundation, and it’s actively being developed. The developers are actively seeking feedback and pull requests, so if you’re interested in contributing, you should definitely check out the GitHub repository.
Initial Reactions – What’s the Buzz?
The initial reaction to Questarr has been overwhelmingly positive. People are praising its clean, dark UI – optimized for game covers, which is smart – and its ease of use. There are some concerns, of course. It’s still early in development, and some features are missing. The developers acknowledge this, and they’re actively working on expanding the functionality. It’s not a fully-fledged replacement for Sonarr and Radarr just yet, but it’s a promising start.
The Bottom Line – Is It Worth a Look?
Honestly, if you’re serious about managing your game collection, you should definitely check out Questarr. It’s a clever, well-built project that addresses a real need. It’s a great example of how open-source communities can create powerful tools. Give it a shot; you might just find it’s exactly what you’ve been looking for. And, you know, let me know what you think.
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