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Supabase
Open-source Firebase alternative with Postgres database
freemium Free tier includes 500MB database, 1GB storage Solo-dev friendly
Supabase is an open-source backend platform built on PostgreSQL. It provides auth, realtime subscriptions, storage, and edge functions. A great alternative to Firebase for developers who prefer SQL and want to avoid vendor lock-in.
Highlights
- + Open-source — can self-host to avoid vendor lock-in
- + PostgreSQL under the hood — full SQL power
- + Built-in auth, realtime, storage, and edge functions
- + Free tier is generous for indie game backends
Limitations
- − Newer platform — fewer game-specific tutorials
- − Less mature than Firebase for mobile-specific features
- − Self-hosting requires DevOps knowledge
Platforms
Web