The G2 on GameMaker

Alonso P.

Desarrollador de Software

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

1/30/2016

"A different way to create 2D Games"

3.5/5

What do you like best about GameMaker?

Anyone can build a game because this tool use a interpreted language, that means if you don't have idea about programming, GameMaker will be good to start. Something that a like best is how simple is create an action just drag and drop the elements you need and done, basically is that. Letting you to understand a little bit more how the gaming world works. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about GameMaker?

it is functional but, GameMaker has a poor Interface. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering GameMaker:

If you don't have any experience programming and you want to create games this is a good first step Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is GameMaker solving and how is that benefiting you?

A better understanding of how can build a game, using an interpreted Language and manipulating images to create movement of characters or elements on the game Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Branden J.

Head of Deal Qualification & Redemptions

Internet

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

7/21/2015

"Perfect for beginners or pros alike, GameMaker provides tools to create almost any game you want."

5/5

What do you like best about GameMaker?

The tools are easy to use, and the Help system is very thorough. Depending upon the game you want to make, there may be more tools than you need, but having access to them helps you feel you are not limited by the software. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about GameMaker?

The interface seems a little dated -- nothing egregious or terrible, just lacking in visual polish. However, everything works as advertised. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering GameMaker:

Find some online YouTube tutorials for beginners. The community around GameMaker understands that many are coming into the software with essentially no experience, and they will provide step-by-step instructions to making your first game. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is GameMaker solving and how is that benefiting you?

Having a head full of ideas without a way to realize them is a challenge. GameMaker provides a way to remove that barrier to entry and create the sort of product you want. Starting from nothing may seem insurmountable, but GameMaker provides useful tips for getting started. From there, you're largely limited only by your imagination. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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