Lumos
A cross-platform C++ game engine for 2D and 3D development with Vulkan rendering and Lua scripting.
What is Lumos?
Lumos Engine is a cross-platform 2D and 3D game engine written in C++. It provides developers with tools for rendering, audio, physics, and scripting to create games for multiple operating systems. The engine solves the problem of building performant, native games with modern graphics APIs like Vulkan across desktop and mobile platforms.
Game developers and hobbyists looking for a lightweight, C++-based engine to create 2D or 3D games with cross-platform deployment. It suits those who prefer direct API access over high-level, drag-and-drop editors.
Developers choose Lumos for its modern Vulkan renderer, straightforward C++ architecture, and cross-platform support without heavy runtime overhead. It offers a balance between performance and accessibility compared to larger commercial engines.
Overview
Cross-Platform C++ 2D/3D game engine
Use Cases
Best For
- Building 2D platformers or puzzle games with Box2D physics
- Creating 3D games with PBR materials and Vulkan rendering
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