GameMaker to make its "next-generation runtime" GMRT free for commercial use in January 2027

2D-centric engine GameMaker is making its "next-generation runtime" GMRT free for commercial use from January 1, 2027. From that date, developers can create and distribute games across desktop, mobile, web, and GX Games for free. GameMaker explained that "the streamlined licensing model will enable developers to build and commercially distribute their games using GMRT without having to purchase a professional license", in addition to "source code access across every tier." The firm clarified that tier pricing will not change.