Buildbox
About
Buildbox is a breakthrough 2D game engine and creation experience, simplifying game development by allowing users to easily create games by dropping images into the software, modifying properties, and hitting play. This proprietary, freemium software is available on Mac and Windows platforms, originating from the United States. It offers features like suggesting and voting on new functionalities. While praised for its ease of use, some users have noted the absence of a Linux version. Buildbox maintains an active social media presence on Facebook and Twitter.
User Reviews
15 reviews
Mixed
Pros
Strong community support
Responsive customer service
Real-time development feedback
Comprehensive feature set
Supports 2D and 3D games
Ideal for beginners
Efficient mobile game creation
Polished user interface
Cons
Limited development capabilities
Publisher acceptance issues
Poor customer support
Subscription and billing problems
High revenue share
Performance limitations
Questionable marketing practices
Lack of refund policy
Key Themes
Game development accessibility
Platform capabilities and limitations
Customer service and billing
Monetization and business model
Community and learning resources
Game performance and quality