GameMaker vs PICO-8
| GameMaker | PICO-8 | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | No | No |
| Paid from | $79.99/mo | $14.99/mo |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Android, iOS, Linux, macOS, Windows | Linux, macOS, Web, Windows |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Source code model | source_available | — |
| Visual scripting | Yes | — |
| Multiplayer tools | Yes | — |
| Mobile export | Yes | — |
| Console export | Yes | — |
| Target platforms | GX.games, Windows, macOS, Ubuntu, HTML5, Android, iOS, tvOS, Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch | — |
| Scripting languages | GML Code, GML Visual | — |
Both are listed in Best Game Engine Software, Best Game Development Software. On The Geeks Club, GameMaker scores higher on our published basis.