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Sprite Fusion vs Tiled
Both stand on game level editors. 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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Sprite Fusion covers tilemap drawing, autotiling, collision layers and a broad range of exports. Choose between the free web edition's export limit and the paid desktop edition's offline use and larger maps.
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Tiled offers a broad set of map-layer, object, animation, and collision tools at no cost. Check the operating-system requirements and expect gaps in the manual.
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| Sprite Fusion | Tiled | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Linux, Mac, Web, Windows | Linux, Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Desktop Edition: $14.99, paid once | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 2 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | spritefusion.com | mapeditor.org |
| On game level editors | #16 of 28 | #20 of 28 |
Sprite Fusion: what it does well
- Web edition allows unlimited projects without login.
- Personal and commercial use are allowed on the free web plan.
- Autotiling supports variants, weights and reusable presets.
- Exports target multiple game engines and map formats.
- Desktop edition works offline and exports maps of any size.
What to know first
- Web map exports are limited to 4.5MB.
- Desktop Edition costs 14.99 USD once.
- Linux desktop build is experimental.
Tiled: what it does well
- Free software with use, modification, and redistribution permitted.
- Supports five map projections.
- Includes terrain transitions and pattern matching.
- Plugins and JavaScript can extend the editor.
- Available for Windows, macOS, and Linux.
What to know first
- 64-bit downloads have minimum operating-system requirements.
- The manual still needs substantial writing.
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