J.A.C.K.
5.9#16 in game modding tools$14.99 one-timeLinuxmacOSWindows
VisitJ.A.C.K. vs OpenMW-CS
What both publish
| Fact | J.A.C.K. | OpenMW-CS |
|---|---|---|
| Distribution | J.A.C.K. is donationware distributed freely, and the donation amount is up to the user. | The downloads page lists official releases for Windows, macOS, and Linux and names OpenMW 0.51.0 as the latest release. |
| Editing tools | Features include curved surfaces, triangulation, UV-Lock, multiple VisGroups, and automatic selection in 3D views. | The manual covers file, world, mechanics, character, and asset tables, plus record filters and a cell view. |
| Intended users | The editor aims to serve people designing levels for classic games and mods, including Quake and Half-Life. | The user manual is intended as both an introduction and a reference for the application, including for people familiar with Morrowind modding. |
J.A.C.K. plans
- Steam version$14.99, paid once
OpenMW-CS plans
- OpenMW-CSFree
Pick J.A.C.K. if…
J.A.C.K. suits people designing levels for the classic games it supports, including Quake and Half-Life. Its donationware release is free to use, with a Steam version also listed.
Pick OpenMW-CS if…
OpenMW-CS suits people who want to edit Morrowind-related mods or build original games for the OpenMW engine. Its manual also addresses users familiar with Morrowind modding.