Adventure Game Studio vs Construct 3
Adventure Game Studio
adventuregamestudio.co.uk
Construct 3
construct.netSide by side
| Figure | Adventure Game Studio | Construct 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | $2.75/mo |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | — | Yes |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| Windows | Yes | Yes |
| macOS | Yes | Yes |
| Linux | Yes | Yes |
| iOS | Yes | Yes |
| Android | Yes | Yes |
| Plans published | 1 | 7 |
| Spec score · Game Development Software | 9.1 (#1) | 9.1 (#3) |
| Spec score · Game Engine Software | 8.7 (#21) | 9.3 (#1) |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Mobile export | Yes | Yes |
| Multiplayer tools | No | Yes |
| Scripting languages | AGS Script | JavaScript,TypeScript |
| Support | The manual recommends using the community forums for additional development help. | The pricing page directs customers to [email protected] for plan questions and the site provides documentation and a community forum. |
| Target platforms | Windows,Linux,macOS,Android | web,Android,iOS,Windows,macOS,Linux |
| Visual scripting | No | Yes |
Plans
Construct 3
- Educational Plan$9.99 a month
- Startup PlanPrice not published
- Free EditionFree
- Personal License$15.99 a month
- Educational Plan$32.99 a year
- Personal License$129.99 a year
- Business Plan$469.99 a year
In their own words
Adventure Game Studio
Adventure Game Studio is a free, open-source IDE and engine for creating and running point-and-click adventure games in the style of classic Sierra and LucasArts titles. Its editor is supported only on Microsoft Windows or Windows emulators such as WINE, while games can target Windows, Linux, macOS, and Android. The Editor includes a component for preparing Android builds, and AGS Player runs compatible games on Android. The runtime engine also has ports for iOS and a web version that runs in a browser when served from a web server. Plugins can add game functionality, but a compatible plugin build is needed for each target platform. AGS was created in 1999, became open source in 2011, and is developed by contributors under the Artistic License 2.0. Its terms say the software is provided as-is without warranty and prohibit charging money for AGS without written permission from its authors. The manual recommends community forums for development help.
Construct 3
Construct 3 is a 2D game engine for building games with visual logic and optional JavaScript or TypeScript. Its event system lets creators specify behavior through conditions and actions without a conventional programming language; scripts can also be placed in events or separate project files. The editor runs in a browser without a download or installation and can also be installed as an app. A browser trial is available without an email address or registration. Projects can be exported to HTML5 web, Android and iOS through Cordova, and desktop wrappers for Windows, macOS and Linux. Construct works offline after its first load, though subscribers must reconnect at least once every seven days for revalidation. The Free Edition allows 50 events with a verified email or 25 as a guest, and limits publishing to web or Construct Arcade. Paid versions add desktop and mobile publishing and monetization options including advertising and in-app purchases. The Educational Plan is listed at $9.99 a month with a three-seat minimum; other listed license prices are not stated.