## Who should register on itch.io? **itch.io** was originally created for independent video games but hosts a wide range of creative digital content. If you're buying something an account is optional, but recommended. ### I want to play games! Although registration isn't required, creating an account will give you the ability to create collections of your favourites and soon to be favourites. If you've bought anything on **itch.io** you can even link those purchases to your account to keep track of them. ### I'm a developer/creator! Great! **itch.io** is designed for creative types of all kinds to quickly distribute their work easily as possible. If you're selling your content you can start right away. An account also lets you submit games to the various game jams hosted on **itch.io**.
Not only will the games you've installed automatically update, the app itself will automatically transform as we launch new functionality and features. Games using our new command line tools will generate <em>delta patches</em>, ensuring that you only download what's changed when new games come out.
You can sync any browser based games right into the app, letting you play them offline whenever you want. Once you're back online you'll be able to grab any updates if necessary.