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| Opera now includes a game engine that works with the browser |
Browser makers often don't own game development platforms, but this was done by Opera with YoYo Games for about $ 10 million.
YoYo Games invented GameMaker Studio 2 2D engine, which is a very popular platform for inexperienced game developers who have no programming experience.
The engine works well with 2D projects and has an easy-to-use drag-and-drop interface and scripting language that can be used to create the most advanced games.
GameMaker Studio 2 supports all major platforms including HTML5, Windows, Android, iOS, PS4, Xbox One and Nintendo Switch.
Without financial and technical support from major game manufacturers to use the platform, several indie games were developed, especially Spelunky and Hotline Miami.
For simple reasons, Opera acquired the company's gaming and gaming focused web browser Opera GX and released an initial version in June 2019.
The main function of the browser is to have a sliding control panel that allows you to limit the browser bandwidth and specify which tabs are consuming the most CPU and RAM resources.
Opera said: The teams of Opera GX and GameMaker Studio 2 will be merging to create a new segment called Opera Gaming. So the new segment focuses on expanding Opera’s reach and capabilities in this area. Game.
"We look forward to continuing the development of Opera GX to support the growth of GameMaker Studio 2 and facilitate the development of novices and users to become the world's first commercial 2D studio. Game engine," said Christian Colondra, Executive Vice President of Opera Browser (Christian Colondra).
Many companies, including Google, Microsoft and Amazon, see broadcasting as the future of browser-based gaming.
Not only do we need to improve accessibility, but we also need to continue developing the features available to commercial studios. We're excited, "said Stuart Ball, General Manager, YoYo Games (Stuart Ball). To come soon ...
Opera GX browser has been a huge hit in terms of users. As of December 2020, the number of monthly active users has reached 7 million, and GameMaker Studio 2 is currently used by more than 2000 institutions to teach game design to students. The engine picks up too. There were 400,000 new creators last year.