Creating a successful gaming app is as much about creativity as it is about choosing the right set of development tools. For gaming app developers in India, the choice of gaming engines is particularly difficult.

To make their task easier, here’s a list of the top 20 iOS and Android Mobile Game Engines in 2021

1. Unity (Android and iOS)

Unity comes packed with amazing 2D and 3D development features. However, the biggest advantage of Unity is its cross-platform capabilities. Build once and deploy your game across all platforms. Unity has a proactive community base and well-drafted documentation that’s always there for your help.

3. Solar 2D (Android and iOS)

 Solar2D is a Luna-based cross-platform game engine that is extremely easy to use. It comes packed with all the plugins you need to build an amazing 2D game. Plus, real-time simulation ensures that you can test as many iterations of the game before it becomes launch-ready.

3. Unreal Engine (Android and iOS)

Who says you need to be an ace coder to create popular online games? The Unreal engine, tried to its name, makes mobile game creation as simple as drag and drop. The user interface is extremely easy to get started and you can test the game within the Unreal ecosystem itself.

4. AppGameKit (iOS, Windows, and Android)

 AppGameKit is a C++ based cross-platform game engine that is a perfect option if you are building a simple 2D game. Ideal for beginners and hobbyists, the learning curve is easy and it should not take you long before you deploy your first 2D game.

5. Construct 3 (iOS, Android, and Windows)

Construct3 is an HTML-based platform for building 2D games. It supports multi-platform deployment which means you have to code only once and your game will run uninterrupted on all devices.

6. SpriteKit (iOS)

A product of Apple, SpriteKit caters strictly to the needs of iOS game developers. Most mobile game development companies prefer SpriteKit because it comes inbuilt with iOS with no dependency on external libraries or resources.

7. Buildbox (iOS)

Easy to use, fast, and packed with amazing features-Buildbox is a game engine designed for the non-coder. Arguably the most user-friendly drag and drop game maker, Buildbox has a free version as well. Building super impressive 2D and 3D games was never so easy!

8. Fusion 2.5 (iOS, Android, and Windows)

If you want to build an event-based game but have no substantial experience in programming, Fusion 2.5 is the perfect platform for all your needs. The user interface is pleasantly easy to use and supports hassle-free code exportability.

9. GameMaker Studio 2 (iOS, Android, and Windows)

This all-new platform from Yoyo Games has everything you need to build a game from scratch. Drag and drop user interface facilitates rapid development for Quick prototyping. And the best part is that you can export your game directly to iOS, Android, Windows, and other platforms.

10. Cocos2d-x (iOS, Android, and Windows)

Built by Facebook, Cocos2d-x offers a complete suite of game development tools for 2D and 3D game creation. You can build games as small as 1.5 MB with Cocos2d-x. 2048, BADLAND are some popular games built using this open-source cross-platform tool.

 11. Haxe 4 (iOS, Android, and Windows)

An ideal platform for building high-quality high-performance games, Haze 4 allows game developers to use a wealth of game frameworks, APIs, and libraries. Haze has evolved as a welcome alternative for Flash users with its single codebase and cross-platform capabilities.

12. Gideros

Even if you have never developed a game before, Gideros ensures that you start building one within just a few hours. Yes, it’s that easy!

You can use this open-source tool to build amazing 2D and 3D games for all kinds of devices and platforms. The platform supports instant testing which further reduces deployment time considerably.

13. Amazon Lumberyard (iOS, Android, and Windows)

Amazon Lumberyard is a fast, powerful, and fully customizable game engine. The best thing about Amazon Lumberyard is that it lets you take all the earnings from your game. There are no loyalties, no seat fees, no subscriptions. No surprise why it is a preferred platform for game app development services in India.

14. MonoGame (iOS, Android, and Windows)

MonoGame leverages the power and flexibility of C# and .NET. Although the learning curve is steep, the framework is an ideal option if you seek rapid prototyping and iterations. The documentation is excellent and you will enjoy active community support whenever you need it.

15. Titanium (iOS, Android, and Windows)

Titanium has all the elements that make for an excellent game engine. JavaScript, 5000 APIs, a single code base, and efficient modules for building complex scenes in just a few lines of code explain the growing popularity of Titanium among game creators.

16. Godot (iOS and Android)

Godot is another game engine that’s gaining popularity for its ease of use, excellent suite of tools, and cross-platform support. You have to write your code only once and you are all set to run your game on any platform and device.

17. Phaser (iOS and Android)

Phaser is a 2D game framework that uses both Canvas and WebGL for making HTML5 games. You can deploy the games across Android, iOS, and Windows using 3rd party tools like PhoneGap.

18. Defold (iOS and Android)

Defold makes 2D game creation simple and hassle-free. It offers tons of tools and features out of the box. It’s extremely easy to get started and an excellent tool if you are only a beginner in the gaming landscape.

 19. CRYENGINE (iOS and Android)

Popular for its high-quality graphics, CRYENGINE  is an ideal tool if you plan to build high-end multiplayer games. The platform is backed by strong community support as well.

20. Starling Framework (iOS and Android)

 Last but not least, the Starlink Framework is designed keeping in mind the needs of 21st-century developers. Starlink has everything that makes for a great game engine. It’s easy to use and comes packed with amazing tools and libraries,

Which One Should You Choose? 

As per the best mobile game development company in India, the following factors are crucial when choosing a game engine:

• Game size
• Cross-platform deployment
• Visual Appeal
• Coding skills

You should make your choice by evaluating all the above factors. Hope the information we shared was helpful!.

Author Profile:

Hemendra Singh

My name is Hemendra Singh. I am Managing Director and co-founder of The NineHertz, a Mobile App Development Company. I am having a keen interest in the latest trends and technologies that are emerging in different domains. Being an entrepreneur in the field of IT sector, it becomes my responsibility to aid my audience with the knowledge of latest trends in the market.