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Description:
2D game framework for Lua

Type: Cask | Latest Version: 11.5@0 | Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025

Links: Homepage | @love2d | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Developer tools

Tags: game-development lua framework 2d graphics

Install: brew install --cask love

About:
LÖVE is a free and open-source framework for making 2D games in Lua. It provides a simple API for graphics, audio, and input, enabling rapid prototyping and cross-platform development. Its value lies in its ease of use and immediate feedback loop for game developers.

Key Features:

Cross-platform (Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS)
Simple and fast 2D rendering API
Built-in physics engine (Box2D)
Hot-reloading for rapid development

Use Cases:

Prototyping 2D game mechanics quickly
Creating indie games and game jams
Learning game development fundamentals

Alternatives:

Godot – More complex, full-featured engine with a visual editor
Pygame – Python-based alternative for 2D game development

Version History

Detected	Version	Rev	Change	Commit
Sep 2, 2025 8:15pm	11.5	0	VERSION_BUMP	fb623a1e
Aug 5, 2025 2:20pm	11.5	0	VERSION_BUMP	122074c9