About

Allegro is a well-established, cross-platform, free and open-source library primarily designed for video game and multimedia programming. Available for Mac, Windows, Linux, and iPhone, Allegro 4 and Allegro 5 handle common low-level tasks such as creating windows, accepting user input, loading data, drawing images, and playing sounds. As a development and graphics library, it operates on a free and open-source license, implying no direct revenue model or traditional employee count. It is known for its robust buildability, as noted in user reviews comparing it favorably to alternatives like Oxygine and SFML, positioning it as a strong competitor in the development library market. The project maintains an active presence on GitHub (https://github.com/liballeg/allegro5) and Twitter, encouraging community engagement through features like suggesting and voting on new functionalities.