SMRTR ProgrammingMay 19, 2025Lobsters

Making Video Games in 2025 (without an engine)

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Game developer Noel Berry shares his approach to making games without commercial engines like Unity or Unreal. He uses C#, SDL3, and custom tools to create indie games, citing greater control and long-term viability. Berry advocates for lightweight, open-source frameworks and libraries, emphasizing that game development "from scratch" is accessible and often more enjoyable for small teams with specific needs.

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