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Head-to-head · Game Visual Scripting Software

GameMaker vs GDevelop

  • 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
GDevelop #5 in Game Visual Scripting Software 8.6/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 0 of 2 features Visit GDevelop

GameMaker leads on 0 checks, GDevelop 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 planboth

GameMaker scores higher on our rubric for game visual scripting software: 9.3 against 8.6 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #5.

GameMaker is the better fit for 2D developers prioritizing maximum export reach. GDevelop is the better fit for broad, low-cost 2D/3D game creation.

  • GameMaker fits best

    2D developers prioritizing maximum export reach

  • GDevelop fits best

    Broad, low-cost 2D/3D game creation

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Side by side

Feature GameMaker 9.3/10 Visit ↗ GDevelop 8.6/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.3 8.6
Ranking #1 in Game Visual Scripting Software #5 in Game Visual Scripting Software
Best for 2D developers prioritizing maximum export reach Broad, low-cost 2D/3D game creation
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free plan + paid
Starting price $799.99/yr —
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — —
Deployment Desktop Cloud, Desktop, Mobile
Platforms Windows, macOS, Linux Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android
Support Community, Docs, Tickets Community, Docs
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Solo, Small business
Features GameMaker 0/2 · GDevelop 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
  • No-code event logic with optional JavaScript extensibility
  • 2D and 3D creation with multiplayer tools and live previews
  • Exports to web, desktop, Android, and iOS
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
  • Free publishing to Android and desktop is limited to once per day
  • Cloud projects and expanded publishing depend on paid tiers
  • The broad feature set may be more than simple 2D projects need
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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GDevelop is an open-source game engine and editor for creating 2D and 3D games without code. Its event-based visual scripting system is aimed at hobbyists, educators, indie developers, studios, and organizations building interactive…

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  1. GameMakerGame Visual Scripting Software 9.3Free plan
  2. GDevelopGame Visual Scripting Software 8.6Free plan

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

  • GDevelop — where it wins

    • No-code event logic with optional JavaScript extensibility
    • 2D and 3D creation with multiplayer tools and live previews
    • Exports to web, desktop, Android, and iOS

    Where it doesn't

    • Free publishing to Android and desktop is limited to once per day
    • Cloud projects and expanded publishing depend on paid tiers
    • The broad feature set may be more than simple 2D projects need

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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