Action Game Maker vs Buildbox
Action Game Maker
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Buildbox
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| Figure | Action Game Maker | Buildbox |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | — | — |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | — |
| Windows | Yes | Yes |
| macOS | — | Yes |
| iOS | — | Yes |
| Android | Yes | Yes |
| Plans published | 1 | 7 |
| Spec score · Game Visual Scripting Software | 7.9 (#13) | 8.4 (#6) |
| Integrations | The official FAQ says ACTION GAME MAKER is built on Godot Engine and adds proprietary features including visual scripting, a database, and scene transitions. | The Buildbox 3 manual describes custom ad network integration and says that feature requires a Pro subscription and editing Java text files. |
| Support | The official FAQ recommends starting with the tutorials when users do not know what to do. | Buildbox offers tutorials, manuals, and personal email support to customers. |
| Visual scripting | Its node-based visual scripting lets users connect Actions to build game logic without programming knowledge. | Yes |
Plans
Buildbox
- BeginnerPrice not published
- ProPrice not published
- Buildbox Classic Beginner$29.98 a month
- Buildbox 4 Beginner$49.98 a month
- Buildbox Classic Pro$399.98 a year
- Buildbox 4 Pro$549.98 a year
- Ultimate Bundle$1,149.98 a year
In their own words
Action Game Maker
Action Game Maker has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.
Buildbox
Buildbox is a game engine intended for people with little or no coding experience. It has visual scripting and mobile export, and lists Android, iOS, macOS, and Windows among its platforms. Target platforms also include Steam and Apple TV. Buildbox 4 can create game environments from text descriptions; its AI editing and gesture tools can change games, and its AI can modify logic nodes or make custom nodes. Buildbox 4 downloads are offered for Windows and Mac. Buildbox 4 Pro lists Android and PC exports, while Buildbox Classic Pro lists iOS, Android, and PC exports. Buildbox Classic Beginner costs $29.98 a month, while Buildbox 4 Beginner costs $49.98 a month. Classic Pro costs $399.98 a year, and Buildbox 4 Pro costs $549.98 a year. Buildbox has no free plan. It offers tutorials, manuals, and personal email support.