GameMaker Is Now Free! Creating Your Own Game Was Never This Easy

GameMaker, the popular Game creation tool, has made some major changes to their accessibility that opens a lot of possibilities for beginner game creators.

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GameMaker is now free for everyone! | © YoYo Games

GameMaker Studio, developed by YoYo Games, is a game development platform that allows users to create 2D and, to a limited extent, 3D games without the need for extensive programming knowledge. It is perfect for beginner game designers or basically anyone who wants to get started with creating games, even if it's just for fun!

For the longest time, this tool was locked behind a one-time purchase, but it seems that this has now changed.

GameMaker Is Now Free For Non-Commercial Use

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Everyone can start creating games now | © YoYo Games

In a heartwarming Thanksgiving announcement, YoYo Games, the creators of GameMaker Studio, have shared a special gift with their community. Effective immediately, GameMaker will be free for non-commercial purposes on all non-console platforms. Simultaneously, a new one-time commercial license is introduced, replacing the current Creator/Indie subscriptions.

Here is the new price overview:

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GameMaker is free for beginners | © YoYo Games

Check out their official website for more info on the tool!

The decision to make GameMaker free for non-commercial use is a gesture of gratitude towards the vibrant community that has embraced the platform. Since joining the Opera family, GameMaker has experienced a remarkable three-fold increase in active users.

Over 6,000 games have been published on gx.games, showcasing the platform's popularity among young and aspiring game developers. Becoming a Game Designer is becoming easier every year, now that multiple Universities even offer it as a degree program.

If you want to find out more about this job, and how to become a game designer, look no further, we've got everything you need to know right here.

GameMaker is beginner-friendly, and perfect for students, young developers, or basically anyone who wants to create games. Jobs in the game industry can also be found here at EarlyGame. Feel free to check out EarlyGame Jobs.

Malena Rose

Malena is a game design student and writer at EarlyGame. Her life-long passion for videogames inspired her to make a living out of it. Through her studies in Game Design, she now plays an active role within the gaming industry....