Battle.net vs Steam
If you need a Games & Comics API that's easy to integrate, go with Steam.
Battle.net
Diablo III, Hearthstone, StarCraft II and World of Warcraft game data APIs
Battle.net
- HTTPS supported
- CORS enabled for frontend use
- Requires OAuth setup
Steam
- No authentication required
- HTTPS supported
- No CORS support
| Feature | Battle.net | Steam |
|---|---|---|
| Authentication | OAuth | None |
| HTTPS | Yes | Yes |
| CORS | Yes | No |
When to use which?
Steam is the better choice for quick prototypes and hackathons since it requires no authentication. Battle.net works directly from the browser with CORS enabled, making it better for frontend-only apps.