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GameMaker's GMRT runtime will soon be free for all developers
GameMaker, owned by Opera, will make its GMRT runtime free for all developers starting January 1, 2027, removing the need for professional licenses to ship games on PC, mobile, and browser platforms. This move aims to increase accessibility for indie game development. The announcement comes amidst industry-wide shifts in game engine business models, with competitors like Unity and Epic Games also exploring new features and pricing strategies.
GameMaker says AI coding is inevitable, Sony clarifies DRM confusion, and how video games are helping Rikers inmates - Patch Notes #50
This week's Patch Notes covers several key industry developments, including GameMaker's integration of AI coding assistance, Sony's clarification on PlayStation DRM updates, and the use of video games for inmate rehabilitation at Rikers. The article also touches on Ustwo CEO Maria Sayans' comments regarding job security, the closure of Spiders studio, and changes to GitHub Copilot's billing model.
GameMaker incorporates Claude Code to enable AI-assisted workflows
GameMaker has launched a new runtime and command line toolchain (GM-CLI) that integrates Anthropic's Claude Code. This allows developers to use natural language prompts for tasks like querying project structures, debugging, and managing build configurations, facilitating AI-assisted workflows. GameMaker owner Opera emphasizes that these AI tools are complementary and opt-in for users.
GameMaker launches GMRT: The runtime professional developers have been waiting for
GameMaker has launched GMRT, a new runtime designed to meet the demands of professional developers with features like CLI tooling, AI workflows powered by Claude Code, and improved 3D handling. The update also introduces GM-CLI for command-line development and plans to add JavaScript, TypeScript, and C# support, along with source-available access.
GameMaker is launching GMRT, a new modern runtime with source access
GameMaker is launching GMRT, a new runtime that provides developers with source code access for desktop, mobile, and web platforms. This next-generation runtime aims to be more flexible and powerful, supporting new programming languages like JavaScript, TypeScript, and C#, and includes improved 3D workflows and AI integration via Claude Code.
