Doom Builder X
5.2#27 in game level editorsWindows
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GtkRadiant
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| Fact | Doom Builder X | GtkRadiant |
|---|---|---|
| Intended users | The project says it is for people who prefer Doom Builder 2’s responsiveness and faster workflow. | The project describes its audience as commercial developers and individual modders making levels for supported id Tech games. |
| License | The project is licensed under GPL-3.0, while individual components such as node builders and ACS compilers may have their own licenses. | The source is protected by GNU GPL version 2 and is copyrighted by id Software and contributors. |
| Platforms | The project supports 32-bit Windows XP or newer and says it does not directly support Linux or Mac. | The project lists Windows, Mac, and Linux as supported platforms. |
| Purpose | Doom Builder X is a Doom 2 map editor and a fork of Doom Builder 2 focused on maintenance, bug fixes, and responsiveness. | GtkRadiant is an open-source, cross-platform level editor and toolchain for games powered by id Tech engines. |
| Support | The release notes ask users who encounter crashes to send the generated BuilderX-lastcrash.cfg file to the maker. | Support options listed by the project include forums, IRC, tutorial sites, and a GitHub issue tracker. |
Doom Builder X plans
No prices published.
GtkRadiant plans
- GtkRadiantFree
- GtkRadiantFree
Pick Doom Builder X if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
Pick GtkRadiant if…
GtkRadiant suits commercial developers and individual modders creating levels for supported id Tech games. Users should check the game support details and platform requirements before choosing it.