Side by side
Core vs Glue
Both stand on metaverse software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Windows
Core combines game creation tools, publishing, multiplayer hosting, and several ways to monetize games in a free Windows platform. Its PC-only availability and stated system requirements narrow who can use it.
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Free plan AndroidiPhoneMac+2
Glue combines virtual spaces with collaborative meeting tools and shared files that remain available afterward. The free plan has session and storage limits; Professional removes the listed time and storage limits.
Visit GlueThe facts
| Core | Glue | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Windows | Android, iPhone, Mac, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Professional: €50 a month |
| Plans published | 1 | 3 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | coregames.com | glue.work |
| On metaverse software | #3 of 18 | #1 of 18 |
Core: what it does well
- Free to download and play.
- Includes starter templates and built-in 3D assets.
- Provides scalable multiplayer servers without creator-set netcode.
- Creators retain existing intellectual property rights.
- Supports several creator monetization options.
What to know first
- PC-only for now.
- Requires Windows 10 64-bit at minimum.
- Minimum memory requirement is 8 GB RAM.
Glue: what it does well
- Team spaces persist after meetings.
- Includes whiteboards, sticky notes, and annotation.
- Supports spatial audio and customizable avatars.
- Cloud storage includes 3D models.
- Available on mobile, desktop, and web.
What to know first
- Free sessions are limited to 30 minutes.
- Free plan provides 2GB of team file storage.
- Professional costs €50/user/mo when billed yearly.