GMS2

GameMaker Studio 2, often abbreviated as GMS2, is a cross-platform game development environment. It was developed by YoYo Games and is designed to be accessible to beginners while still offering advanced features for experienced developers. GMS2 utilizes its own programming language called GameMaker Language (GML), which is a high-level scripting language with a syntax similar to C.

The core functionality of GMS2 revolves around a visual drag-and-drop interface for creating game logic, which can be combined with GML for more complex tasks. This dual approach allows users to prototype quickly or build entire games without extensive coding knowledge. GMS2 supports a wide range of export platforms, including Windows, macOS, Linux, HTML5, Android, iOS, and consoles like the Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, and Xbox.

Key features of GameMaker Studio 2 include a sprite editor for creating and animating 2D graphics, a room editor for designing game levels, an object editor for defining game entities and their behaviors, and a robust debugging system. The software is widely used for creating 2D games across various genres, from platformers and puzzle games to RPGs and shooters. YoYo Games also provides a marketplace for assets and extensions to enhance game development.