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The Long Term Stable (LTS) build is our default build that we expect most users to be on.
It will provide users with one version of GameMaker that will allow them to develop without having to worry about new features disrupting their workflow.
The LTS version won’t receive new feature updates like other versions of GameMaker during its two-year lifecycle. Instead, the LTS will only be updated to address critical bugs, security issues, or critical updates.
This version may be of particular use to Console Developers who want a consistent feature set and Schools who have a curriculum that would otherwise need to be altered to accommodate newly created features.
With the BETA version of GameMaker, you’ll receive bug fixes and new features sooner than those on the monthly release of GameMaker. You’re also more likely to encounter new bugs on the BETA version, which you can report to us to help improve the engine.
The BETA version can be downloaded separately to other versions of GameMaker, which means you can have the LTS version installed alongside the BETA version if you’d prefer.
Since BETA versions can contain bugs or format changes that can corrupt or lock your project files, we highly recommend backing up your projects before opening them on BETA.
Here’s a small breakdown of the different versions of GameMaker and their key benefits:
Long Term Support (LTS) build (available via Download buttons at top of this page): This is our default download, this should allow developers to master one version of GameMaker without new feature updates disrupting their workflow.
BETA version: For those looking to receive the latest GameMaker updates early, new features will appear here first. Your feedback will help shape the future of the GameMaker engine.
Yes - all versions of GameMaker are completely free to download. You’ll only need to pay if you plan to release your game commercially or if you’d like to export your games to Console platforms.
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