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Avidemux vs Dune II - The Maker Map Editor
Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Open source LinuxMacWeb+1
Visit Avidemux Free plan Open source LinuxMacWindows
The editor brings map creation directly into the Dune II remake and includes core terrain and placement tools. Its current scope is playable skirmish maps; campaign editing is still planned.
Visit Dune II - The Maker Map EditorThe facts
| Avidemux | Dune II - The Maker Map Editor | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Yes | Yes |
| Runs on | Linux, Mac, Web, Windows | Linux, Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 2 | 2 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | avidemux.sourceforge.net | dune2themaker.fundynamic.com |
| Best place | #1 on text-to-speech software | #2 on game level editors |
Avidemux: what it does well
Dune II - The Maker Map Editor: what it does well
- Edit and play skirmish maps in-game
- Includes terrain, spice, and start-position tools
- Undo, redo, copy, and paste are available
- Free, open-source project
What to know first
- Editor currently covers skirmish maps
- Campaign-map support is planned, not current
- Audio requires a General MIDI soundfont
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