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microStudio

Create, learn, play, share, and jam with the free, integrated online game engine.

Made by Gilles Pommereuil

  • 2D Game

  • Game Development

  • Game Engine

What is microStudio?

microStudio is a free online game engine that empowers users to create, learn, play, share, prototype, and jam. The platform provides an integrated environment where users can write code, design sprites and maps, and develop 2D games entirely within their web browser. Projects are stored in the cloud, allowing for easy access from anywhere

Highlights

  • Integrated Development Environment: microStudio offers a comprehensive set of tools, including code editors, sprite and map editors, and real-time testing, all accessible from a single web-based platform
  • Accessible Scripting Language: The platform features microScript, a simple language inspired by Lua, which is designed to be beginner-friendly and interactive, enabling users to create compelling demos with just a few lines of code. Additionally, support for JavaScript, Python, and Lua is provided for more experienced developers
  • Collaborative Development: microStudio allows users to invite others to their projects, enabling team-based development with real-time synchronization of all project files
  • Versatile Input Support: The engine supports various input methods, including gamepad, touchscreen, keyboard, and mouse, allowing for diverse gameplay experiences
  • Seamless Deployment: With a single click, users can export their projects to HTML5, Windows, Linux, and macOS, making it easy to share their creations with a wider audience
  • Community Engagement: The platform provides a hub for users to browse and interact with public games, demos, and resources, as well as contribute their own projects to the community.

Platforms

  • Linux
  • Mac
  • Online
  • Raspberry Pi
  • Windows

Languages

  • English

Features

    • Embedded tutorials

    • Real time collaboration

    • Multiple export options