Unity¶
Description¶
Unity is one of the most widely used game engines, supporting both 2D and 3D game development. It provides a wide range of tools for game creation and supports numerous platforms.
Technical Details¶
- Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Web, Consoles (PlayStation, Xbox, Switch)
- Programming Language: C# (primarily) and UnityScript (deprecated)
- License: Proprietary
- Version: The latest LTS (Long Term Support) version is Unity 2022 LTS
Pros and Cons¶
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Large community and support | Steeper learning curve |
| Huge asset store | High license cost for larger teams |
| Supports many platforms | Can be resource-intensive |
| VR and AR support | May feel overwhelming for simpler projects |
Key Features¶
- Asset Store: A massive collection of pre-built assets that can be easily integrated into your projects.
- Multi-platform support: Supports almost all platforms, from mobile devices to consoles and VR/AR.
- VR/AR support: Built-in support for virtual reality and augmented reality development.
- Unity Collaborate: A tool for easy team collaboration within Unity projects.
Documentation and Tutorials¶
- Official Unity Documentation
- Unity Learn – Interactive tutorials and courses
- Unity Asset Store – A large library of assets and tools for game development.
Example Games Made with Unity¶
- Hollow Knight (2D platformer)
- Cuphead (2D)
- Ori and the Blind Forest (2D platformer)
- Pokémon Go (AR game)
Godot¶
Description¶
Godot is a free, open-source game engine that excels in the development of 2D games, but also provides powerful tools for 3D game development. The engine is known for its flexibility and ease of use, especially in the 2D domain.
Technical Details¶
- Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux, HTML5 (Web), Android, iOS
- Programming Language: GDScript, C#, VisualScript, C++
- License: Open-source (MIT License)
- Version: The latest stable version is Godot 4.0
Pros and Cons¶
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Open-source and free | Smaller community compared to Unity |
| Powerful 2D editor | Fewer tools and assets than Unity |
| Easy to learn | More complex 3D projects can be difficult |
| Supports GDScript, an easy and intuitive language | Smaller documentation base for more complex projects |
Key Features¶
- 2D Engine: Godot's 2D engine is particularly powerful and offers pixel-perfect accuracy.
- GDScript: An easy-to-learn, Python-like scripting language developed specifically for Godot.
- Integrated Editor: All game development tools (scripting, design, debugging) are integrated into a single editor.
- Multi-platform Export: Easily export games to multiple platforms, including desktop, mobile, and web.
Documentation and Tutorials¶
- Official Godot Documentation
- Godot Tutorials on YouTube
- GDQuest - Godot Tutorials – Extensive learning resources for Godot developers.
Example Games Made with Godot¶
- Kingdoms of the Dump (2D RPG)
- Haiki (2D platformer)
- Librerama (3D shooter)