an engine is a program that is used to make the process of making a game more streamlined. They typically do alot of the heavy lifting in Gamedev for you. I have compiled a table to tell you about a few of the most popular and modern engines.
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| Key Stuff | Cost | 2D or 3D Focus | Some Benefits | Logo |
| Gamemaker | Free (Most Basic Features) | 2D |
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| Godot | Free | 2D and 3D |
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| Unity | Free | 2D and 3D |
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| Unreal Engine | Free | 3D |
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