Cocos2d-x
A C++-based, cross-platform framework for building 2D games, interactive books, and graphical applications.
What is Cocos2d-x?
Cocos2d-x is a multi-platform framework for building 2D games, interactive books, demos, and other graphical applications. It is based on cocos2d-iphone but uses C++ instead of Objective-C, and it works on iOS, Android, macOS, Windows, and Linux. The framework provides a comprehensive set of tools for scene management, graphics rendering, physics integration, and cross-platform input handling.
Game developers and creators looking to build 2D games or interactive graphical applications that need to run across multiple platforms, including mobile, desktop, and web. It is particularly suited for those who prefer C++ or want Lua/JavaScript scripting options.
Developers choose Cocos2d-x for its performance, cross-platform capabilities, and extensive feature set including physics engine integration, multi-language support, and a commercial-friendly MIT license. It is community-supported and has evolved to serve as the foundation for Cocos Creator, offering a proven, stable codebase for 2D development.
Overview
Cocos2d-x is a suite of open-source, cross-platform, game-development tools utilized by millions of developers across the globe. Its core has evolved to serve as the foundation for Cocos Creator 1.x & 2.x.
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