Godot Engine

Godot is a fully open-source game engine supporting both 2D and 3D development. It uses GDScript (a Python-like language), C#, and C++. Lightweight, fast iteration, and zero licensing fees make it a top pick for indie developers.

Highlights

• + Completely free with no royalties or licensing fees
• + Lightweight editor (~40MB) with fast iteration times
• + Dedicated 2D engine — not just 3D projected to 2D
• + Vibrant community with growing asset library

Limitations

• − 3D capabilities lag behind Unity and Unreal
• − Smaller job market compared to commercial engines
• − GDScript is Godot-specific — skills don't transfer directly

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