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Tiled
Free, flexible tile map editor for 2D games
open-source Free (pay-what-you-want on itch.io) Solo-dev friendly
Tiled is a free, open-source 2D level editor. Create tile-based maps with multiple layers, object placement, and custom properties. Exports to JSON, CSV, TMX, and more. Integrations exist for every major game engine.
Highlights
- + Industry-standard 2D tile map editor
- + Supports orthogonal, isometric, and hexagonal maps
- + Custom properties for game logic metadata
- + Plugins and integrations for all major engines
Limitations
- − Tile-based only — not for free-form level design
- − Learning curve for advanced features (custom types, automapping)
- − No built-in game preview
Platforms
Windows macOS Linux