Game Dev Tools

Created by Nelson de Benito

43 apps ( Last updated: 2 months ago )

Creating a video game has never been more accessible, especially when you have the right tools. This collection helps you discover powerful game engines for building 2D and 3D games, visual editors for those who prefer not to write code, and AI-powered tools that speed up everything from character design to level generation. The only limit is your imagination, not your budget.

1. M.U.G.E.N

Build your own 2D fighting game by adding custom characters, stages, and move properties. The beginner-friendly editor even includes a basic game to tweak...

4.5

1.4 M downloads

2. Borderless Gaming

Force borderless fullscreen in older windowed-only PC games and fix Alt+Tab issues. Lightweight, open-source tool for smoother multitasking, dual-monitor setups, and testing...

4.3

529.6 k downloads

3. RPG Maker

Create classic JRPG adventures with built-in sprites, music, and battle tools. Import your own assets, follow the sample project, and build fantasy worlds fast...

3.6

1 M downloads

4. Python

A free, open-source programming language built for versatile game scripting, with clean syntax, object-oriented and functional styles, rich standard libraries, and easy cross-platform integration...

4.1

2.3 M downloads

5. Blender

Free, open-source 3D creation suite for game devs. Build models, rig and animate characters, render with Cycles or Eevee, and add physics, particles, and edits...

4.1

2.9 M downloads

6. Unity

Indie-friendly 2D and 3D game engine with DirectX 11, PhysX, 3D audio, and multiplayer tools. Build and publish games for desktop, mobile, and browsers...

4.3

1.4 M downloads

7. Aseprite

Pixel art editor for game dev, with layers, sprite animation tools, and a real-time timeline preview. Draw by hand or use fill and line tools...

2.4

133.3 k downloads

8. Blockbench

Free voxel and low-poly 3D modeling for Minecraft creators and indie devs. Model, texture, animate, and export in one lightweight, plugin-friendly workspace...

3.0

65.3 k downloads

9. Auto Keyboard Presser

Automatic keyboard presses handle repeated keys and combos with custom delays, tap counts, and intervals. Great for testing gameplay inputs or repetitive actions in background...

1.9

1.7 M downloads

10. Scratch

Puzzle-like block coding makes it easy for kids to build games, animations, and stories on Windows. Learn loops, variables, and events without typing code...

4.2

15.9 M downloads