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Kodu Game Lab vs Legends of Learning
Both stand on educational games. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan WebWindows
Choose Kodu Game Lab if you want a free visual programming environment centered on making 3D games, or need classroom resources for project-based learning. Look elsewhere if you need a mobile app; the listed platforms are web and Windows.
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Free plan Web
Legends of Learning pairs curriculum-aligned games with assignments and progress information, with additional reporting on higher tiers. The free Basic Teacher plan has assignment and gameplay limits; Premium Classroom costs $790 a year per teacher.
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| Kodu Game Lab | Legends of Learning | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Web, Windows | Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Premium Classroom: $790 a year |
| Plans published | 1 | 4 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | kodugamelab.com | legendsoflearning.com |
| On educational games | #10 of 31 | #14 of 31 |
Kodu Game Lab: what it does well
- Tile-based code sets character behavior and game rules.
- Terrain, characters, and props can be used to build worlds.
- Instant feedback accompanies project-based learning.
- Web and Windows access, with keyboard, mouse, and touch on PC.
- Kodu tiles can interact with BBC micro:bit features.
What to know first
- There are no mobile apps.
- Windows installation requires DirectX 9.0c-compatible graphics, .NET Framework 4.0 or higher, and XNA Framework 4.0 Redistributable.
- Community-shared level details include creator name, description, version, and tags.
Legends of Learning: what it does well
- Over 2,000 games across three subject areas
- Games mapped to curriculum standards
- Basic Teacher plan is free
- Student users are not shown advertisements
What to know first
- Basic Teacher is limited to three concurrent assignments
- Gameplay limits vary by district size
- Student accounts require teacher or administrator creation
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