Are you currently using our legacy Game Collector desktop software for Windows? Then we strongly recommend switching to the Game Connect web-based software.
For most users, Game Connect is a better solution, offering the same (and more) functionality, the same customization options, but with easier to use AND on a platform that is much easier to manage.
Go-Connect offer for Game Collector users:
To help you decide, we have a sweet deal for you:
If you switch to Game Connect now, we will transfer your remaining Game Collector subscription days to the Connect edition, plus we will add 4 extra months for FREE!
Of course, your existing data will be preserved, all you need to do is make sure your CLZ Cloud is up-to-date. All your data will then be instantly available in Game Connect!
Ready to make the switch? Here’s how to:
- First, make sure your CLZ Cloud is up-to-date:
Start Game Collector, then from the CLZ Cloud menu, choose Synchronize. - Then, login to your account at my.clz.com.
- Finally in the Game Collector box, under “Trade-in offer”,
click the button that says “Switch me over!” and follow instructions.
Try Game Connect free for 7 days
Of course, you can try Game Connect first. Here’s how:
- First, make sure your CLZ Cloud is up-to-date:
Start Game Collector, then from the CLZ Cloud menu, choose Synchronize. - Now login to Game Connect here with your existing CLZ Account.
This will automatically start your 7-day free trial.
BTW: Don’t worry, doing the Game Connect 7-day trial will not affect your Game Collector software or data in any way!
What exactly is Game Connect?
Game Connect is the modern alternative to the Game Collector software, for use on your computer. It is fully web-based, with the software running on our servers and your data stored in the CLZ Cloud.
To use the Game Connect software, you just login to the Connect website with your web-browser, from any computer (Windows, macOS, Linux, etc..). No need to install software on your computer, no more software updates, no need to manage database files, images files, backups, no more problems with firewalls, security software, virus scanners, etc..
We manage it all for you. In short: it just works, always.
Game Connect has been around since 2009 and by now offers all the fields, features and customization options you need to manage your game collection:
- Add games by title, by scanning barcodes or by checkboxing from a full game list for a platform
- Add hardware and accessories by searching Core
- Automatically get game values from PriceCharting.com
- Edit games to customize details and cover image or to add personal info.
- Available fields in the Edit screen:
Title, Sort Title, Platform, Release Date, Series, Barcode, Format, Edition, Region, Developer, Publisher, Audience Rating, Genres, Collection Status, Index, Quantity, Location, Completeness (CIB/Loose/New), Has Box, Has Manual, Value, Condition, Purchase Date, Purchase Store, Purchase Price, Owner, Storage Device, Storage Slot, Completed (yes/no), Completed Date, Rating, Notes, Tags, Description, Front Cover, Back Cover, Website Links - Edit multiple games in one go, for making changes to many games quickly.
- Manage multiple sub-collections as tabs at the bottom.
- Image View, Vertical Card View, Horizontal Card View, customizable List View
- Multi-field sorting
- Choose from multiple Skins, Templates and Layouts
- Group games into folders (inc. multi-level) in the folder panel, by Platform, Genre, etc..
- Sync your game database with the CLZ Games mobile app.
- Print lists using the fully customizable Print to PDF tool.
- Also: Manage Pick Lists, Loan Manager, Statistics, Find Duplicates, CSV Export/Import, Backup/Restore, Field Defaults, etc..
- Game Connect is available in multiple languages: English, Dutch, German, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Hungarian, Serbian, Slovak
Game Connect pricing
The price of Game Connect is either US $3.95 per month or US $39.95 per year, the same as your Game Collector software.
Why switch to Game Connect?
These are the main advantages of Game Connect (compared to the Game Collector desktop software):
- Easier to manage:
No need to install or update software on your own computer, no need to deal with database files, image files, settings files or backup files. No need to ever transfer software or data to a new computer. The software and data is on our servers, we manage and update it for you, we even make daily backups of your data. - No more conflicts with Windows configurations or 3rd party software:
Connect just runs as a website in your browser. So no more conflicts with Windows file and folder permissions or Windows updates, no more conflicts with 3rd party products like firewall programs, security software, virus scanners, cloud storage tools (Dropbox, SkyDrive, etc…). - Use on any computer:
Work on your database from any online computer or mobile device. Just log in and continue where you left of, because even all data, software settings and customizations are stored server side. No need to install software, no need to sync your data back and forth. Got a new computer? No need to transfer software and data, just login and go! - Best user interface:
The Game Connect user interface is our latest UI design, which is easier to understand and easier to use, while still providing all the power of the desktop software. Also, web-based development gives us complete flexibility to design the user interface exactly as we like it to be, without the constraints of Windows or Windows development tools. Examples: the Add screens with BIG cover images, managing columns/sort/folder favorites, edit screens, edit multiple tool, managing pick lists, import/export, print to PDF, etc… For most features, the UI design (and functionalit) of Game Connect is lightyears ahead of the desktop version. - Regular updates:
Connect is always actively developed on, so you are getting regular updates with improvements and new features (and completely automatic too, as we install the updates for you) - Better customer support:
The CLZ team can help you better if you’re on Game Connect. We can log in to your account, we can see what you see, spot problems and even fix them for you. Also, all users are always on the latest version, which really helps with support. - Fast and smooth:
Game Connect is a more lightweight solution, that runs fast and smooth on any computer, even with very large game databases. All you need is a reasonably fast internet connection. - No local storage space required
All data and all images are stored on our servers, not on your computer. So that will save you a lot of disk space, especially if you have a large collection. - Quick bug fixes without having to wait for the next update:
When you report a problem or bug, we can fix it quickly and easily and upload the fix to the online software. No need to wait for the next software, no need to download and install software updates. - Frequent updates:
In general, web-based development is faster and easier. Implementing new features is quick, making improvement to existing features is even quicker. So you can expect more frequent updates. And… we install the updates for you, just log in and enjoy.
Should you switch to Game Connect?
We recommend MOST Game Collector users to switch to Game Connect, as we are confident it is a better and more problem-free platform overall.
However, for some users, Game Connect is not going to work. To be specific, Game Connect will not work for you if:
- You absolute need User Defined Fields (UDFs). Connect does not have those (yet). You may want to consider using Notes and Tags instead, as are available in Game Connect.
Not sure if you are using UDFs? In Game Collector, check Tools / Manage User Defined Fields. If that is empty, you’re okay! - You absolute need to customize pick list item images. Some users like to set their own images for Platforms, Countries, Languages, etc… That is not possible in Game Connect.
Common questions about Connect
- Q: Can I still use my CLZ Games mobile app with Connect?
A: Yes definitely, nothing changes there. Game Connect is only a replacement for your Game Collector desktop software. You can keep using CLZ Games as you always did, syncing it with the CLZ Cloud.
- Q: Does using Game Connect mean I need to be online to access my game list?
A: Yes, that is correct. Game Connect is basically a website that you to log in to, so you need a stable and reasonable fast internet connection to use it.
- Q: If I switch to Game Connect, what happens if my subscription expires?
A: Connect is actual subscription software, so you always need an active subscription to use it. If your subscription expires, you won’t be able to add or edit games anymore.
Don’t worry, your data will not be deleted, we will keep your data in the CLZ Cloud, you can still see it, browse it, export it, make a local backup, etc…
- Q: With Game Connect, can I still make local backups of my data?
A: Sure you can. You can make local backups with the Backup feature, or export you data to a CSV for XML file.
- Q: Do you offer the same Trade-In offer for all Collector desktop programs?
A: Yes, definitely, the same Trade-In offer holds for all your Collector programs. In fact, if you are gonna switch, I recommend switching for all of them in one go!
- Q: What if I am already subscribed to Game Connect?
A: In that case, the Trade-In offer is still applicable. We can still transfer your remaining Game Collector subscription days to Connect, so that you can switch to using Game Connect ONLY and save some money.
Still got questions or concerns? Just contact us!
Finally, if you have any questions or concerns about Game Connect, contact us here and we will get back to you ASAP.
Need more help with this?
Don’t hesitate to contact us here.