open sourceOpen SourceSelf-host★ 28.4kactive nov 2026
GDevelop
Create and publish games effortlessly.
Technical Profile & Specs
verified 2026-11-04
- Cost
- $0 / forever (Open Source)
- License
- Open Source
- Hosting Model
- Self-host (your server)
- Platforms
- webself-hosteddocker to self-host
- Installation
- Clone https://github.com/4ian/GDevelop or deploy with Docker Compose
- Operational Setup
- Deploy via Docker or binary release from GitHub and configure environment variables.
- Where Your Data Lives
- All application data and configuration live on your own server or local database.
- The Catch / Trade-off
- Requires self-hosting setup, updates, and server maintenance compared to managed Unity Pro.
Replaces 1 paid app
up to $185/mo ($2,220/yr) in subscriptions
GDevelop FAQ
Common questions
Is GDevelop free and open source?+
GDevelop is an open-source tool licensed under Open Source that runs on self-host. Create and publish games effortlessly.
What paid software does GDevelop replace?+
GDevelop serves as a free replacement for 1 paid SaaS application: Unity Pro, saving up to $185/month ($2,220/year) in subscription bills.
How do you install and set up GDevelop?+
Installation: Clone https://github.com/4ian/GDevelop or deploy with Docker Compose. Setup notes: Deploy via Docker or binary release from GitHub and configure environment variables.
What is the catch or trade-off with GDevelop?+
Requires self-hosting setup, updates, and server maintenance compared to managed Unity Pro.