Apps Related to 2D Game Creation

Discover apps and services related to 2D Game Creation.

Tools specifically designed for the development of 2D games, including sprite editors, tilemaps, and animation tools.

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Construct 3

Construct 3

Commercial

Construct 3 is a powerful, browser-based 2D game engine that empowers creators of all skill levels to develop compelling games without writing a single line of code. Its intuitive visual editor and event system make game creation accessible and efficient.

Excellent for 2D game development without coding.
2D Game
Development Games Photos & Graphics
Adventure Game Studio

Adventure Game Studio (AGS) is a powerful and free open-source development system designed specifically for creating point-and-click adventure games. It provides a complete suite of tools for artists, designers, and programmers to bring their interactive stories to life, enabling the creation of classic-style adventure games with modern capabilities.

Specifically designed for point-and-click adventure games.
Content Templates
Development Games
Blitz3D

Blitz3D

Open Source

Blitz3D is a classic, easy-to-learn game programming language designed for creating both 2D and 3D games on the PC platform. It provides a complete environment for aspiring game developers to bring their ideas to life.

Easy to learn due to Basic-like syntax.
2D Game
Games
LibGDX

LibGDX

Open Source

LibGDX is a robust, free, and open-source Java game development framework designed for creating 2D and 3D games across multiple platforms including Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and web browsers.

Excellent cross-platform compatibility.
Cross-platform
Development Games
CodeHS

CodeHS

Commercial

CodeHS is a comprehensive online platform designed to teach computer science and programming to students of all levels, particularly focused on K-12 education. It provides interactive courses, a live coding environment, autograding, and teacher resources to facilitate a complete learning experience in various programming languages and concepts.

Comprehensive and well-structured computer science curriculum.
Coding
Development Education & Reference
ENIGMA - LateralGM

ENIGMA - LateralGM

Open Source

ENIGMA is an open-source game development platform and compiler, coupled with the LateralGM IDE. It allows users to create 2D and 3D games using a flexible scripting language and visual programming tools, offering compatibility with existing Game Maker projects and supporting cross-platform deployment.

Open-source and free to use, lowering the barrier to entry.
C# Scripting
Development Games
001 Game Creator

001 Game Creator

Free Personal

001 Game Creator is a graphically assisted scripting engine designed for effortless game development. It empowers users to build 2D and 3D games across various platforms like HTML5 without needing to write traditional code, making game creation accessible to beginners and experienced developers alike.

User-friendly drag-and-drop interface.
Drag n drop
Development Games
Code.org

Code.org

Free

Code.org provides a comprehensive platform for learning computer science, offering free coding courses and resources for K-12 students. It aims to make computer science accessible and engaging through interactive lessons, block-based programming, and advanced language options.

Free access to all educational materials.
Education
Development Education & Reference
Playir

Playir

Freemium

Playir is a mobile app and game creation platform designed for absolute beginners. It allows users to build interactive experiences, including games and applications, primarily through visual programming and pre-made templates, focusing on accessibility for those with no prior coding knowledge.

Extremely easy to use for beginners with no coding experience.
Multiplayer
Development Education & Reference Games Home & Family
Game Editor

Game Editor

Open Source

Game Editor is a 2D game authoring tool designed for multi-platform development. It enables creators to build 2D games for various operating systems and devices, from older Windows versions to mobile platforms like iOS and Android, utilizing a feature-rich environment.

Extensive multi-platform support, including older systems and mobile.
Features
Games
RPG Maker

RPG Maker

Commercial

RPG Maker is a comprehensive software series enabling users to create their own role-playing games without extensive coding knowledge. It provides a complete game engine, visual scripting tools, and a wealth of ready-to-use assets.

Extremely accessible for beginners with no coding knowledge.
2D Game Creation
Development Games
ClickTeam Fusion

ClickTeam Fusion

Commercial

ClickTeam Fusion is a powerful, visual game and application creation tool that allows users to build software without writing traditional code. Leveraging an intuitive event editor and drag-and-drop interface, it simplifies the development process, making it accessible to beginners while offering depth for seasoned creators.

Excellent for beginners with no coding experience.
Visual Programming
Games
LÖVE

LÖVE

Open Source

LÖVE is a beginner-friendly open-source 2D game development framework that allows developers to create games using the Lua scripting language. It's known for its simplicity and flexibility, making it a popular choice for jams and rapid prototyping.

Easy to learn and use, especially for beginners.
2D Game
Development Games
Polycode

Polycode

Open Source

Polycode is a versatile, open-source framework for developing interactive applications, primarily focusing on 2D and 3D graphics. It provides a powerful feature set built on C++ with Lua scripting support, making it suitable for game development, simulations, and other creative coding projects across multiple platforms.

Powerful C++ core for performance.
OPENGL
Development Games
Scratch

Scratch

Open Source

Scratch is a visual programming language and online community designed for beginners. It enables users, particularly children, to create interactive stories, games, and animations using a block-based interface, fostering computational thinking and creative expression without requiring prior coding knowledge.

Extremely easy to learn for beginners of all ages.
Visual Programming
Development
GDevelop

GDevelop

Open Source

GDevelop is a free and open-source game engine designed for everyone, enabling rapid game creation without prior coding knowledge. It leverages a visual programming system based on events, making game logic creation intuitive. Supporting 2D and 3D game development, it allows multiplatform export to web, desktop, and mobile devices.

No coding required, accessible to beginners.
No coding required
Development Games
Construct 2

Construct 2

Freemium

Construct 2 is an HTML5 game engine designed for creating 2D games with no coding required. Its visual editor and event system make it ideal for beginners and rapid prototyping, enabling drag-and-drop game development for web, desktop, and mobile platforms.

Extremely easy to learn and use, perfect for beginners.
Visual Programming
Development Games
Godot Engine

Godot Engine

Open Source

Godot Engine is a free and open-source game engine for creating 2D and 3D games across multiple platforms. It offers a scene-based design, multiple scripting languages (GDScript, C#, C++), and a robust editor, making it suitable for both beginners and experienced developers.

Free and open-source with no royalties.
Asset Pipeline
Development Games Photos & Graphics
Unity

Unity

Free Personal

Unity is a leading cross-platform real-time 3D development platform designed for creating rich, interactive content, including games, simulations, and other experiences. It offers a comprehensive toolset for developers of all skill levels.

Extensive cross-platform support for widespread distribution.
C# Scripting
Development Games
Construct Classic

Construct Classic

Open Source

Construct Classic is a retired but still capable free DirectX 9 game creation tool for Windows. Primarily focused on 2D game development, it offers a visual, event-based programming system that simplifies the game creation process for beginners and experienced developers alike.

Free and accessible for anyone to start.
2D Game
Development Games