Best AI Tools to Make 2D Games (2026)
The best options are GDevelop, Summer Engine and Makko AI. GDevelop ranks first with a score of 95/100, led by accessibility and output & integration. AI game makers that handle 2D games well, including tools that generate the sprites too.
Disclosure: this site is run by the Makko AI team. Makko appears on this list, scored the same way as everything else.
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All 7 ranked
7 tools
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Beginners who want an AI helper and real export targets.
Best overallFree planCommercial use OKBeginner friendlyOpen sourceType: AI game maker
Free planPaid plans from $7.99/moPros
- Free plan available
- Commercial use allowed
- Open source
Cons
- Mobile export or play: limited (Free tier: 1 Android build/day; iOS one-click export on paid tiers only)
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Indie devs who want an AI agent inside a full engine.
Best valueFree planCommercial use OKType: AI game maker, Coding & engine AIEngines: Godot
Free planPaid plans from $5/moPros
- Free plan available
- Commercial use allowed
- Works with Godot
Cons
- One-click publish and share link: limited (Publishes web builds to Summer Games, but every release needs owner approval and staff review)
- Local or offline models: limited (Local models via Ollama through an external agent app; built-in AI is hosted)
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Non-coders making 2D games who want art and gameplay in one tool.
Best for beginnersFree planCommercial use OKBeginner friendlyType: AI game maker, 2D art & sprites, Animation & mocapEngines: Aseprite
Free planPaid plans from $20/moPros
- Free plan available
- Commercial use allowed
- Works with Aseprite
Cons
- Download the project files: limited (Exporting off-platform requires a paid plan)
- Train on your own style: limited (No model training; Collections steer style from your own uploaded or generated reference art)
- 4- or 8-direction views: limited (Reference sheet gives front, side and back views, not 8 directions)
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Non-coders who want a playable browser game from a prompt.
Free planBeginner friendlyType: AI game maker
Free planPaid plans from $15/moPros
- Free plan available
- Exports Web, Windows, Steam
- Make a game without code
Cons
- Commercial use on paid plans only
- Download the project files: limited (Code download and Windows export on Pro plan and higher)
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Hobbyists who want game assets and a builder in the browser.
Commercial use OKBeginner friendlyType: AI game maker, 2D art & sprites, Textures & materials, Sound effects
$49 one-timestarting pricePros
- Limited free tier
- Commercial use allowed
- Make a game without code
Cons
- Engine or DCC plugin: limited (WizardGenie desktop links to Roblox Studio via its Bridge plugin, and to Unreal via MCP)
- Loopable sounds: limited (A loop option for seamless sounds is documented in the Sorceress Tool API)
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Hobbyists who want one tool from idea to published game.
Free planBeginner friendlyType: AI game maker
Free planPaid plans from $9.99/moPros
- Free plan available
- Make a game without code
- Generates game art
Cons
- Commercial use is restricted
- View and edit the code: limited (Source code access only in Jabali Studio (waitlist))
- Generates music or sound: limited (Music, vocal track and SFX generation in Jabali's FriendJam builder, paid with Sparks)
- 7From $24.99/mostarting price
Pros
- Make a game without code
- View and edit the code
- Generates game art
Cons
- Free trial only, no free plan
- Commercial use on paid plans only
- Mobile export or play: limited (Exports iOS/Android builds that must be compiled in Xcode/Android tools; quick testing via Buildbox World app)
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Comparison table
| # | Tool | Score | Free tier | Price | Commercial use | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | GDevelop | Free tier | From $7.99/mo | Allowed | Beginners who want an AI helper and real export targets. | |
| 2 | Summer Engine | Free tier | From $5/mo | Allowed | Indie devs who want an AI agent inside a full engine. | |
| 3 | Makko AIOur team | Free tier | From $20/mo | Allowed | Non-coders making 2D games who want art and gameplay in one tool. | |
| 4 | Rosebud AI | Free tier | From $15/mo | Allowed on paid plans | Non-coders who want a playable browser game from a prompt. | |
| 5 | Sorceress | Limited free tier | $49 one-time | Allowed | Hobbyists who want game assets and a builder in the browser. | |
| 6 | Jabali | Free tier | From $9.99/mo | Restricted | Hobbyists who want one tool from idea to published game. | |
| 7 | Buildbox | Free trial | From $24.99/mo | Allowed on paid plans | Making mobile hyper-casual games without code. |
Feature comparison: top 6
Compare the top 4 side by side| Feature | GDevelop | Summer Engine | Makko AI | Rosebud AI | Sorceress | Jabali |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Make a game without code | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| View and edit the code | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Partly |
| Generates game art | Not confirmed | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Generates music or sound | Not confirmed | Yes | Not confirmed | Yes | Yes | Partly |
| Multiplayer games | Yes | Yes | Not confirmed | Yes | Not confirmed | Partly |
| Mobile export or play | Partly | Yes | Yes | Yes | Not confirmed | Partly |
| One-click publish and share link | Yes | Partly | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Download the project files | Yes | Yes | Partly | Partly | Yes | Partly |
Looking for alternatives? GDevelop alternativesSummer Engine alternativesMakko AI alternativesRosebud AI alternativesSorceress alternatives
Frequently asked questions
What is the best AI tool to make a 2D game?
On our facts-based score, GDevelop ranks first (95/100), followed by Summer Engine and Makko AI. GDevelop is best for: Beginners who want an AI helper and real export targets.
Which of these tools are free?
5 of the 7 tools on this list have a free tier, including GDevelop, Summer Engine, Makko AI. Free tiers often limit exports or commercial use, so check the license row on each tool page.
Can I sell games made with these tools?
We've verified that GDevelop, Summer Engine, Makko AI allow commercial use outright. Others allow it only on paid plans or don't say. Each tool page shows the details.
Which tools work for complete beginners?
GDevelop, Makko AI, Rosebud AI need no coding or technical setup.
How are these tools ranked?
Every tool is scored the same way, on accessibility, output and integrations, commercial rights, value and maturity. Hands-on test results are added as tests are published. Affiliate links and sponsorships never change a score.