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Stride

Open-source C# game engine with professional editor

open-source Solo-dev friendly

Stride (formerly Xenko) is an open-source game engine with a full visual editor and C# scripting. Features PBR rendering, a scene editor, and prefab system. Good alternative for developers who want Unity-like workflows without the licensing concerns.

Highlights

  • + Full visual editor similar to Unity's workflow
  • + C# scripting — familiar for Unity developers
  • + PBR rendering pipeline with modern graphics features
  • + MIT license — no royalties, no restrictions

Limitations

  • Small community — fewer tutorials and resources
  • Development pace is slower than major engines
  • Limited platform export options compared to Unity/Godot

Platforms

Windows