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Armory3D vs Clickteam Fusion

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Armory3D

Game Development

Open-source 3D game engine integrated with Blender

From
Free
Rated
-
C

Clickteam Fusion

Game Development

Professional visual game development software

From
$99/one-time
Rated
-

The short version

  • Only Armory3D has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Armory3D no pricing information accessible on the vendor homepage, suggesting either free or quote-based model; Clickteam Fusion listed on Steam, the vendor's own storefront, at $99.99 for a perpetual licence of Clickteam Fusion 2.5, published directly by Clickteam
  • They diverge on capability: Armory3D covers Blender integration, Clickteam Fusion covers Visual event system.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Armory3D and Clickteam Fusion actually diverge.

Attributes where Armory3D and Clickteam Fusion differ
AttributeArmory3DClickteam Fusion
Starting priceFree$99/one-time
Pricing modelfreesubscription
Free tierYesNo
PlatformsWindows, Macos, Linux, Html5, AndroidWindows, Macos, Linux, Ios, Android, Web
Founded20161996

Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated), category (Game Development).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Armory3D

  • Blender integration
  • 3D graphics rendering
  • Physics engine (Bullet)
  • Audio system
  • Haxe scripting
  • Particle effects
  • Skeletal animation
  • Material system

Only in Clickteam Fusion

  • Visual event system
  • Drag-and-drop interface
  • Physics engine
  • Sound and music
  • Sprite animation
  • Extensions support
  • Multi-core support
  • Fast compiler

Both cover

  • Local deployment
  • Web deployment
  • Mobile deployment
  • Windows support
  • Macos support
  • Linux support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Armory3D

  • 3D game developmentnot Clickteam Fusion
  • Blender-based gamesnot Clickteam Fusion
  • Web gamesnot Clickteam Fusion

Clickteam Fusion

  • 2D game developmentnot Armory3D
  • Professional gamesnot Armory3D
  • Cross-platform developmentnot Armory3D

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Armory3D

  • No pricing information accessible on the vendor homepage, suggesting either free or quote-based model
  • Limited product information on the landing page

Clickteam Fusion

  • Listed on Steam, the vendor's own storefront, at $99.99 for a perpetual licence of Clickteam Fusion 2.5, published directly by Clickteam

Pricing, plan by plan

Armory3D

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Full engine
    • Blender integration
    • 3D graphics

Clickteam Fusion

$99/one-time
  • Standard$99/one-time
    • Visual event editor
    • Desktop export
    • HTML5 export
  • Premium$199/one-time
    • All Standard features
    • Android export
    • iOS export

Which should you pick?

Choose Armory3D if

  • You need blender integration.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Windows, Macos, Linux, Html5, Android.
  • You also want 3d graphics rendering.

Choose Clickteam Fusion if

  • You need visual event system.
  • You work on Windows, Macos, Linux, Ios, Android, Web.
  • You also want drag-and-drop interface.

Questions people ask

Is Armory3D or Clickteam Fusion better?
Neither clearly leads. Armory3D starts at Free and Clickteam Fusion at $99/one-time, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Armory3D or Clickteam Fusion?
Armory3D has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for Armory3D and $99/one-time for Clickteam Fusion.
Does Armory3D or Clickteam Fusion run on more platforms?
Armory3D runs on Windows, Macos, Linux, Html5, Android. Clickteam Fusion runs on Windows, Macos, Linux, Ios, Android, Web.
Can I use Armory3D for free?
Yes. Armory3D has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Clickteam Fusion starts at $99/one-time.
What is Armory3D best used for?
Armory3D is most often used for 3d game development, blender-based games, web games. Of those, 3d game development and blender-based games are not what Clickteam Fusion is typically brought in for.
What can Armory3D do that Clickteam Fusion cannot?
Armory3D covers Blender integration, 3D graphics rendering, Physics engine (Bullet), Audio system. Clickteam Fusion covers Visual event system, Drag-and-drop interface, Physics engine, Sound and music. Both handle Local deployment, Web deployment, Mobile deployment, Windows support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Armory3D: How much does Armory 3D cost?

Armory 3D pricing is not listed on their website. The platform appears to offer both ArmorPaint and Armory Engine products but does not disclose pricing on the public homepage.

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Clickteam Fusion: Is there a free version of Clickteam Fusion?

Yes, Clickteam Fusion 2.5 Free Edition is available for download. The paid version offers additional features and capabilities.

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Clickteam Fusion: What versions of Clickteam Fusion are available?

Clickteam offers Fusion 2.5 in Free Edition, standard edition, and Developer edition, as well as previous versions like Multimedia Fusion 2 and The Games Factory 2.

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Clickteam Fusion: What platforms can games made with Clickteam Fusion run on?

Clickteam Fusion supports multiple platforms with export modules for iOS, Android, HTML5, and Mac.

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Clickteam Fusion: Where can I find additional resources for Clickteam Fusion?

Clickteam provides tutorials, extensions, SDKs, and a community for support. You can also purchase additional graphics, sounds, and assets through their Asset Store.

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