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Defold vs Godot

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DefoldGodot
LanguageC++C++
LicenceOtherMIT
Stars6.3k118k
Latest1.13.24.7.2-stable
Last push2026-10-062026-10-06
Release cadencetoo few releasesabout 27 days between releases
Active contributors16 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days88+ commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days
Flagsnonenone

How they relate

  • Both replace Unity. Alternatives to Unity →

    PartialDefoldEngine and editor focused on 2D, scripted in Lua, exporting to desktop, mobile, web and consoles.

    Full replacementGodot2D and 3D engine with its own editor, scripted in GDScript or C#, exporting to desktop, mobile and the web.