No Code Game Makers are software solutions that allow you to create game design components without actually having to know any code. These tools allow you to create worlds, maps, cut scenes, characters and much more.
If you are new to game design and/or game programming, but want to work on designing your first game, one of these tools could be a valuable resource for you.
Play around with some of these, especially the ones that offer free versions and/or free trials. Try designing out a basic racing game or player progression game to get familiar with the tools.
Construct
- Skill Level: Begginer
- Pricing: [FREE] Advanced features start at $99/year
Construct is 2D game design software for designed for beginners. Its core feature set is based around its extreme ease of use. if you are new to game design, this is your fastest and easiest way to start building designs.
Nuclino
- Skill Level: Intermediate
- Pricing: [FREE] Advanced features start $5/month/user
Nuclino is a collaboration tool offering documentation, worldbuilding and planning tools.
GameMaker Studio
- Skill Level: Begginer
- Pricing: Starts at $39/year
GameMaker Studio 2 is a popular game design software that allows you to create games without using code. It is well-suited for novice game designers as well as indie developers and professionals alike.
RPG Maker
- Skill Level: Intermediate
- Pricing: $79.99/year
RPG Maker is a game design software designed for those that have limited coding experience. This product allows you to design your game the way you want it without having to write code. It has easy to use features like a drag-and-drop editor which enables you create all sort of game maps and elements.
