gamemaker
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Description:
Complete development tool for making 2D games
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 2024.14.3.217@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 18, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  @YoYoGames  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: gamedev 2d ide cross-platform gml
Install: brew install --cask gamemaker
About:
GameMaker is a comprehensive cross-platform development environment tailored for creating 2D games. It features a proprietary drag-and-drop system for beginners and the GML programming language for advanced users. The tool streamlines the game creation process with built-in editors, asset management, and one-click publishing to desktop, mobile, and web platforms.
Key Features:
  • Drag-and-drop development interface
  • GML (GameMaker Language) for scripting
  • Multi-platform export capabilities
  • Integrated sprite and room editors
Use Cases:
  • Indie game development
  • Prototyping 2D game mechanics
  • Educational game programming
Alternatives:
  • Unity – 3D-focused engine with C# scripting
  • Godot – Open-source engine with GDScript
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Jan 27, 2026 4:10pm 2024.14.3.217 0 VERSION_BUMP a0603f64
Dec 18, 2025 11:36am 2024.14.2.212 0 VERSION_BUMP cd998065
Jul 9, 2024 7:34pm 2024.6.1.160 0 VERSION_BUMP e46cefe6