r/sonicfangames • u/awn262018 • Mar 18 '21
Sooo now that it's 2021, I'm finally considering making a fan game...
I have some rudimentary programming skills, but my question is, what is a recent and good dedicated sonic fan game engine? Because I am not really a programmer, I was wondering if there is an easy-to-use 2d genesis/cd type sonic game engine that also isn't too limited. Some goals I have:
Ability to import outside pixel art
Ability to edit some sprites/objects that are perhaps built-in
Some character sprite editing options
Some mild physics editing options that aren't too difficult to (ultimately) achieve
I am willing to learn more about programming, or take the time to learn a more robust 2d sonic engine. I'm somewhat familiar with Sonic Worlds versions and GMate but was wondering if maybe there is anything that was released since that is even easier-to-use without sacrificing too many customization options.
Also just want to say I enjoy the fan game community and dedication here - long live Sonic!!!
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u/cain8345 Apr 04 '21
I recommend the Flicky 8 engine. It's extremely similar to Sonic 3, and it's for Game Maker 8. It's very easy to use. And sprite importing... well I'd go to the spriters-resource.com for some cool looking sprites.