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CRYENGINE vs Stride
Both stand on game engine software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
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CRYENGINE offers source access, visual and code-based scripting, and tools for a range of target platforms. Its free use comes with a 5% shipping royalty after the per-project annual royalty-free threshold.
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Stride brings scene, asset, scripting, physics and graphics tools into a free C# engine for desktop and VR projects. Its community-driven model and listed Windows development requirements are important considerations.
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| CRYENGINE | Stride | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Web, Windows | Android, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 2 | 1 |
| Maker | CRYENGINE | Not published |
| Website | cryengine.com | stride3d.net |
| On game engine software | #7 of 92 | #11 of 92 |
CRYENGINE: what it does well
- Full source code is included.
- Supports C++, Lua, and Schematyc visual scripting.
- Sandbox Editor exports worlds as seen in the editor.
- Includes multiplayer tools and mobile export.
- The first $5K annual revenue per project is royalty-free.
What to know first
- A 5% royalty applies when a project ships.
- The royalty-free threshold is per project and annual.
Stride: what it does well
- Free to use, modify and distribute under the MIT license.
- Game Studio includes editors for scenes, sprites and UI.
- Includes physics and navigation mesh systems.
- Native support for Oculus and HTC Vive.
- Supports mobile export and visual scripting.
What to know first
- Development requirements specify Windows 10 or 11.
- The project has no full-time developers dedicated solely to it.
- Multiplayer tools are not included.
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