Download (Select Your Version)
Due to recent changes in the official project, there are now two distinct versions of Borderless Gaming. Choose the one that fits your needs.
- ❌ Paid: Costs $6.99 on Steam.
- ❌ Complex: New UI can be confusing.
- ❌ Heavy: Requires .NET 8 Runtime.
- ✅ New Features: Includes App Containers.
Best for: Users who need advanced upscaling.
- ✅ 100% Free: Open source compiled binary.
- ✅ Simple: The classic interface you love.
- ✅ Lightweight: Native C#, no extra bloat.
- ✅ Reliable: Auto-start works perfectly.
Technical Specifications
| Software Name | Borderless Gaming Classic |
|---|---|
| Version | v9.6.0 (Legacy Final Release) |
| Release Date | September 6, 2025 |
| License | GNU GPL v2 (Open Source) |
| Developer | Andrew Sampson (Codeusa) |
| System Requirements | Windows 8.1, Windows 10, Windows 11 (.NET 4.5+) |
| Installer Size | ~2.23 MB (Lightweight) |
This installer was compiled directly from the official GitHub source code (Commit: d6a541a) without any modifications. It is 100% clean.
According to the GNU General Public License v2.0 (GPL), we are permitted to redistribute this software for free. We encourage users who find this tool useful to support the original developer by purchasing the Steam Version if they need the new v1.1 features.
Installation Help
Since this is a free, community-compiled version, it may not have the expensive digital certificate that big companies use. If you see a blue window saying “Windows protected your PC”:
2. Click the “Run Anyway” button.
Rest assured, the file is clean. You can verify the MD5 hash above.
Usually, no. Classic v9.6.0 uses the standard .NET Framework that comes pre-installed on Windows 10 and 11. Unlike the Steam version (v1.1), you do NOT need to download the heavy .NET 8 runtime.
Open Borderless Gaming > Go to Options > Check “Run on Startup”.
Note: This feature works reliably in our Classic v9.6.0 version, unlike the buggy behavior reported in the new Steam v1.1 update.
The installer includes multiple languages (English, German, Russian, French, Chinese, Spanish, etc.). The app will automatically detect your system language, or you can change it in the Language menu.