HaxeFlixel HaxeFlixel by the HaxeFlixel Team is a fast, open-source 2D game framework built on top of the Haxe programming language and OpenFL. Designed for indie developers, hobbyists, and educators, it combines a rich feature set with cross-platform power, making…

Heaps Heaps by Nicolas Cannasse (creator of the Haxe language) is a high-performance, open-source 2D/3D game framework built on top of Haxe. Lightweight, modular, and extremely flexible, Heaps is designed for experienced developers who want full control over their rendering,…

jMonkeyEngine jMonkeyEngine by the jMonkeyEngine Team is a powerful, open-source 3D game engine built for Java developers. With a focus on real-time performance, extensibility, and a full suite of development tools, jMonkeyEngine empowers programmers to build desktop, VR, and Android…

MonoGame MonoGame by the MonoGame Team is an open-source game development framework built on C#. It’s the spiritual successor to Microsoft’s XNA Framework, giving professional developers the tools to build high-performance, cross-platform 2D and 3D games. With MonoGame, you write…

O3DE O3DE (Open 3D Engine) by the Open 3D Foundation is a high-performance, open-source 3D game engine designed for ambitious, modern game and simulation development. Originally developed by Amazon as Lumberyard and now governed by the Linux Foundation, O3DE provides…

OpenFL OpenFL by the OpenFL Foundation is an open-source framework that replicates the classic Flash API while extending its capabilities for modern, cross-platform game and app development. Written in Haxe, OpenFL allows developers to create rich 2D experiences using familiar…

Panda3D Panda3D by Carnegie Mellon University and maintained by the community is a powerful, open-source game engine designed for real-time 3D rendering and game development using Python and C++. With a long history in research and commercial games (including Disney…

Phaser Phaser by Photon Storm is a fast, open-source HTML5 game framework designed for creating 2D games that run directly in the browser. Known for its flexibility, ease of use, and JavaScript foundation, Phaser is a top choice for web-based…

PICO-8 PICO-8 by Lexaloffle Games is a fantasy console for making, sharing, and playing tiny retro-style games. Designed with creative limitations, it simulates an 8-bit-style environment with built-in tools for coding, sprite design, map editing, and sound creation—all in one…

Pixel Game Maker MV Pixel Game Maker MV by Gotcha Gotcha Games is a no-code 2D game development engine built specifically for creating action-packed pixel art games. Whether you’re building a platformer, shooter, or top-down adventure, this engine delivers everything…

Ren’Py Ren’Py by Ren’Py Team is the definitive visual novel engine, empowering storytellers, indie developers, and creatives to craft rich, interactive narratives with ease. Whether you’re making a heartfelt romance, a branching mystery, or a kinetic novel, Ren’Py combines simplicity,…

RPG Maker MZ RPG Maker MZ by Gotcha Gotcha Games is a powerful and accessible game development tool built specifically for creating classic-style 2D role-playing games—without needing to write a single line of code. With drag-and-drop tools, prebuilt assets, and…

Solar2D Solar2D by Solar2D Developers (formerly Corona Labs) is an open-source, cross-platform game engine focused on 2D development with lightning-fast workflows and Lua scripting. Known for its performance, simplicity, and robust community, Solar2D is ideal for building mobile games, educational…

Stencyl Stencyl by Stencyl LLC is a powerful yet beginner-friendly game development platform that enables you to create stunning 2D games without writing a single line of code. With its drag-and-drop interface inspired by MIT’s Scratch and robust publishing tools,…

Stride Stride (formerly Xenko) by Stride Team is an open-source, C#-powered 2D and 3D game engine designed for modern game development. With a clean architecture, next-gen rendering features, and full access to the engine source, Stride delivers professional capabilities with…

Superpowers Superpowers by Sparklin Labs is a free, open-source HTML5 game engine built for creating 2D and 3D games collaboratively in real time. With support for TypeScript and a modular plugin system, Superpowers is a unique engine that blends developer…

TIC-80 TIC-80 by Nesbox is a fantasy computer designed for creating, sharing, and playing small retro-style games. It mimics the feel of old-school 8-bit systems and includes everything you need to make games—code editor, sprite editor, map editor, sound and…

Torque3D Torque3D by GarageGames is a robust open-source 3D game engine built for developers who want full control over their projects. Known for its flexibility, modularity, and high-performance rendering, Torque3D is a proven platform for creating immersive 3D games and…

Unity Unity by Unity Technologies is one of the world’s most widely used game engines, powering everything from indie mobile games to AAA titles, simulations, and XR experiences. With its powerful tools, extensive asset ecosystem, and cross-platform reach, Unity offers…

Unreal Engine Unreal Engine by Epic Games is a world-class, industry-standard game engine known for its stunning visuals, cutting-edge technology, and scalability. From indie games to cinematic blockbusters, Unreal powers the most immersive experiences across gaming, film, simulation, and virtual…