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Defold
A complete engine governed by the Defold Foundation, including editor, Lua runtime, build service, and extension system.
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Why use it
A small runtime and centralized build pipeline suit 2D teams prioritizing iteration speed and multiplatform delivery.
Where it fits
Find engines, frameworks, code libraries, version control, and production automation.
programmingtechnical-design
What to check
The Defold License permits free commercial games but is not OSI-approved, and 3D tooling is shallower than larger engines.
