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defold · v1.13.0 • auto-updates
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Game engine for development of desktop, mobile and web games
brew install --cask defold Conflicts with: defold@alpha, defold@beta
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Trust Score 4/10
✗ Open source (NOASSERTION) +0
✗ Active development +0
✓ Licensed +1
✓ Auto-updates +1
✓ Not deprecated +1
✓ Established (>1yr) +1
✗ Low installs +0
Version History
v1.13.04d ago1.12.4→1.13.0
2mo ago1.12.3→1.12.4
2mo ago1.12.2→1.12.3
Review
Mar 11, 2026Defold is a free, cross-platform game engine ideal for developing 2D games for desktop, mobile, and web. It uses Lua scripting and offers a user-friendly workflow, benefiting indie developers and small teams looking for a cost-effective solution.
Defold is a game engine used to create 2D games across multiple platforms.
Maturity: The project is mature with active development and a large, engaged community.
Community: Defold has significant positive traction on Hacker News, particularly praised for its free, open-source nature and cross-platform capabilities. No mentions found on Reddit.
Pros
- + Free and open-source with no licensing fees.
- + Supports multiple platforms, including desktop, mobile, and web.
- + Active community and regular updates.
Cons
- - Primarily focused on 2D game development.
- - Smaller community compared to larger engines like Unity or Unreal.
Community Mentions
hackernews
Apr 2025 Defold: cross-platform game engine
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hackernews
Dec 2020 Defold engine code overview
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hackernews
Mar 2016 Defold: 2D Game Engine by King.com
Positive sentiment Negative sentiment Neutral / unknown