GDevelop

An open-source, no-code engine for 2D and 3D games.

  • Free + paid plans
  • Open source
  • Good for beginners
  • Jam-friendly

What it does

GDevelop lets you build games with events and behaviours instead of code, and is fully open source. It runs on desktop or in the browser and can publish straight to the web and mobile. Optional paid plans add cloud features.

Highlights

  • No-code events and behaviours
  • Open source
  • One-click web publishing
  • Asset store with free packs

Is it right for me?

Skill level
Beginner, Intermediate
Useful for
Game jams, Indie developers, Students, Hobby projects
Game jams
A good fit — quick to pick up and use under time pressure.

Pairs well with

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