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Clickteam Fusion vs Mixamo

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Clickteam Fusion

Game Development

Professional visual game development software

From
$99/one-time
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Mixamo logo

Mixamo

Game Development

Free 3D character animation and rigging

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Mixamo has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: 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; Mixamo only supports bipedal humanoid characters, excluding animals, creatures, and non-standard character types
  • They diverge on capability: Clickteam Fusion covers Visual event system, Mixamo covers Auto-rigging.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

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

Attributes where Clickteam Fusion and Mixamo differ
AttributeClickteam FusionMixamo
Starting price$99/one-timeFree
Pricing modelsubscriptionfree
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsWindows, Macos, Linux, Ios, Android, WebWeb
Founded19961982

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 Clickteam Fusion

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

Only in Mixamo

  • Auto-rigging
  • Animation library
  • Motion capture data
  • FBX export
  • Character customization
  • Animation blending
  • Retargeting
  • Web-based

What people use each for

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

Clickteam Fusion

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

Mixamo

  • Character animationnot Clickteam Fusion
  • Rapid prototypingnot Clickteam Fusion
  • Game developmentnot Clickteam Fusion
  • Film productionnot Clickteam Fusion

Where each one falls short

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

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

Mixamo

  • Only supports bipedal humanoid characters, excluding animals, creatures, and non-standard character types
  • Auto-rigger requires T-pose or A-pose input, limiting flexibility in character modeling
  • Only last used character is stored; no cloud storage for multiple character projects
  • Not available for Enterprise and Federated Adobe IDs or users from China

Pricing, plan by plan

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

Mixamo

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Unlimited characters
    • Unlimited animations
    • Auto-rigging

Which should you pick?

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.
Clickteam Fusion review

Choose Mixamo if

  • You need auto-rigging.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You also want animation library.
Mixamo review

Questions people ask

Is Clickteam Fusion or Mixamo better?
Neither clearly leads. Clickteam Fusion starts at $99/one-time and Mixamo at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Clickteam Fusion or Mixamo?
Mixamo has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at $99/one-time for Clickteam Fusion and Free for Mixamo.
Does Clickteam Fusion or Mixamo run on more platforms?
Clickteam Fusion runs on Windows, Macos, Linux, Ios, Android, Web. Mixamo runs on Web.
Can I use Mixamo for free?
Yes. Mixamo has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Clickteam Fusion starts at $99/one-time.
What is Clickteam Fusion best used for?
Clickteam Fusion is most often used for 2d game development, professional games, cross-platform development. Of those, 2d game development and professional games are not what Mixamo is typically brought in for.
What can Clickteam Fusion do that Mixamo cannot?
Clickteam Fusion covers Visual event system, Drag-and-drop interface, Physics engine, Sound and music. Mixamo covers Auto-rigging, Animation library, Motion capture data, FBX export.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

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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Mixamo: Is Mixamo free to use?

Yes. Mixamo is completely free for anyone with an Adobe ID. The auto-rigger, animation libraries, and all core features are free. Animations and characters can be used royalty-free for personal, commercial, and non-profit projects without requiring a Creative Cloud subscription.

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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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Mixamo: What character types does Mixamo support?

Mixamo's auto-rigger and animation libraries are for bipedal humanoids only. The auto-rigger requires characters in roughly T-pose or A-pose stance with clear head, body, arms, and legs. Animals, quadrupeds, creatures, multi-leg characters, and characters with oversized wings or tails are not supported.

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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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Mixamo: Can I export animations for use in game engines?

Yes. Mixamo exports animations in FBX and DAE formats compatible with Unreal Engine, Unity, and other major game engines. For web games, you can convert FBX exports to GLB format using Blender or other tools.

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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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Mixamo: Do I need to install software to use Mixamo?

No. Mixamo operates entirely in a web browser, eliminating the need for software installation or compatibility checks. Users access the service directly through their web browser with just an Adobe ID.

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