GDevelop
gdevelop · v5.6.284
Open-source, cross-platform game engine designed to be used by everyone
brew install --cask gdevelop Trust Score 3/10
Version History
v5.6.284+ 11 older versions
Review
Mar 11, 2026GDevelop is an open-source, cross-platform game engine designed for everyone, making it easy to create 2D, 3D, and multiplayer games without programming. Its user-friendly interface and extensive community support make it ideal for both beginners and experienced developers.
GDevelop allows users to create games using a visual, event-based approach without needing to write code.
Maturity: The project is mature with active development, a large community, and regular updates.
Community: GDevelop has generated some interest on Hacker News, with discussions highlighting its ease of use and open-source nature. No mentions were found on Reddit.
Pros
- + Open-source and free to use
- + Cross-platform support for multiple operating systems
- + User-friendly interface suitable for non-programmers
- + Strong community and extensive documentation
- + Support for 2D, 3D, and multiplayer games
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Limited community discussion outside of Hacker News
- - Some UI issues reported by users