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FMOD
Professional audio middleware for games
As of 30 August 2026, FMOD is free to use. FMOD is an industry-standard audio middleware solution for game development. Softwr lists it under Game Development. FMOD is made by Firelight Technologies, launched in 2002, available on Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS.
Overview
What FMOD does
FMOD is an industry-standard audio middleware solution for game development. It provides powerful audio tools for creating adaptive soundscapes, music systems, and immersive audio experiences.
What people use it for
- Game audio
- Adaptive music
- Sound effects
- VR audio
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Pricing
What FMOD costs
Taken from the vendor's own pricing page. Prices move, so check before you buy.
Indie
Free
- Full feature set
- Up to $200K budget
- All platforms
- Community support
Commercial
$6,000 /project
- Full feature set
- Unlimited budget
- Priority support
- All platforms
Capabilities
Features
FMOD Studio
Real-time mixing
Adaptive music
3D audio
Occlusion
DSP effects
Live update
Profiling tools
Unity
Integration with Unity
Unreal Engine
Integration with Unreal Engine
Godot
Integration with Godot
Custom engines
Integration with Custom engines
Behind it
Who makes FMOD
- Company
- Firelight Technologies
- Based in
- Melbourne, Australia
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