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Head-to-head · Game Visual Scripting Software

GameMaker vs Clickteam Fusion 2.5

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 1 check side by side
Higher score GameMaker #1 in Game Visual Scripting Software 9.3/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 0 of 2 features Visit GameMaker
Clickteam Fusion 2.5 #3 in Game Visual Scripting Software 8.9/10 Paid ✓ 0 of 2 features Visit Clickteam

GameMaker leads on 0 checks, Clickteam Fusion 2.5 on 0, and 1 is even. Who comes out ahead on the 1 yes/no, price and count check where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreGameMaker · 9.3/10
  • Free planonly GameMaker

GameMaker scores higher on our rubric for game visual scripting software: 9.3 against 8.9 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #3.

GameMaker is the better fit for 2D developers prioritizing maximum export reach. Clickteam Fusion 2.5 is the better fit for free-first creators needing mature 2D tooling.

  • GameMaker fits best

    2D developers prioritizing maximum export reach

  • Clickteam Fusion 2.5 fits best

    Free-first creators needing mature 2D tooling

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Side by side

Feature GameMaker 9.3/10 Visit ↗ Clickteam Fusion 2.5 8.9/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.3 8.9
Ranking #1 in Game Visual Scripting Software #3 in Game Visual Scripting Software
Best for 2D developers prioritizing maximum export reach Free-first creators needing mature 2D tooling
Pricing model Free plan + paid Paid
Starting price $799.99/yr Not checked yet
Free plan ✓ (best) Not checked yet
Free trial — —
Deployment Desktop Desktop
Platforms Windows, macOS, Linux Windows
Support Community, Docs, Tickets Docs
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Solo, Small business
Features GameMaker 0/2 · Clickteam Fusion 2.5 0/2
2D game support Not checked yet Not checked yet
3D game support Not checked yet Not checked yet
Specs
Export targets Not checked yet Not checked yet
Code integration Not checked yet Not checked yet
Collaboration features Not checked yet Not checked yet
Runtime licensing Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Exports to desktop, web, mobile, GX.games, and selected consoles
  • Supports PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch publishing
  • Free for non-commercial use with platform-specific SDK configuration
  • Permanent free edition with HTML5 publishing and Box2D physics
  • Visual event, frame, storyboard, data, and animation editors
  • Supports Windows, web, macOS, iOS, and Android targets
Cons
  • Commercial publishing and some export targets require separate licensing
  • A 2D focus may not suit teams seeking broader game-development scope
  • Not the clearest choice for a visual-scripting-first workflow
  • Mobile exporters are separate add-ons
  • Paid tiers are needed for additional export options
  • Console deployment may require a conversion service
Our verdict

GameMaker is a cross-platform 2D game development environment from YoYo Games Limited, designed for indie developers and commercial studios. It provides an integrated environment for building projects and supports compilation for Windows,…

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Clickteam Fusion 2.5 is a visual development tool for creating 2D games and applications without requiring traditional programming. Its event-based approach is built around frame and event editors, supported by graphics, animation, object,…

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  1. GameMakerGame Visual Scripting Software 9.3Free plan
  2. Clickteam Fusion 2.5Game Visual Scripting Software 8.9Paid

Strengths and trade-offs

  • GameMaker — where it wins

    • Exports to desktop, web, mobile, GX.games, and selected consoles
    • Supports PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch publishing
    • Free for non-commercial use with platform-specific SDK configuration

    Where it doesn't

    • Commercial publishing and some export targets require separate licensing
    • A 2D focus may not suit teams seeking broader game-development scope
    • Not the clearest choice for a visual-scripting-first workflow

  • Clickteam Fusion 2.5 — where it wins

    • Permanent free edition with HTML5 publishing and Box2D physics
    • Visual event, frame, storyboard, data, and animation editors
    • Supports Windows, web, macOS, iOS, and Android targets

    Where it doesn't

    • Mobile exporters are separate add-ons
    • Paid tiers are needed for additional export options
    • Console deployment may require a conversion service

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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