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libGDX vs Unity

libGDX

libgdx.com

Unity

unity.com

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FigurelibGDXUnity
Price from—Free
Free plan—Yes
Free trial—Yes
Open source——
WebYesYes
WindowsYesYes
macOSYesYes
LinuxYesYes
iOSYesYes
AndroidYesYes
API—Yes
Plans published08
Spec score · Mobile App Development Platforms7.8 (#11)8.7 (#4)
Spec score · Game Engine Software8.1 (#54)8.7 (#23)
DocumentationDocumentation is available through the community-driven wiki and Javadocs hosted on javadoc.io.Unity describes its documentation as an in-depth repository covering features, interface and workflows, with user manuals and scripting references.
Free planYesYes
GraphicsRendering uses OpenGL ES 2.0, 3.0, 3.1 or 3.2 on all supported platforms.The engine includes real-time lighting, shading, and rendering optimization tools for a range of graphical styles and platforms.
IntegrationsThe feature page names Google Play Games, Apple Game Center, Firebase, Steamworks API, GameAnalytics, Facebook Graph API and AdMob integrations or third-party support.Unity Integrations connect Cloud Build, Cloud Diagnostics and Collaborate with webhooks, Discord, Slack and email.
ProductlibGDX is a cross-platform Java game development framework based on OpenGL (ES).Unity Engine is game and app development software for creating video games and immersive experiences from CAD and 3D data.
SupportThe project directs users to its Discord community and also identifies Stack Overflow and Reddit as community platforms.Unity directs users to its Issue Tracker and Editor bug reporting flow, while Pro includes expedited customer support and Enterprise includes dedicated support.

Plans

libGDX

No plans published.

libGDX pricing →

Unity

  • Free tierFree
  • Pay-as-you-goPrice not published
  • Pay-as-you-goPriced on request
  • Unity PersonalFree
  • Unity Pro$210 a month
  • Unity Pro$2,310 a year
  • Unity EnterprisePriced on request
  • Unity IndustryPriced on request

Unity pricing →

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