A programming language (a computer language) is the core pillar for game development. Gaming Industry has a revenue of huge amount in today’s world, and the appropriate programming language is necessary for game development. Game development has become a passion for many. Game is a source of entertainment and fun, from school-going kids to an adult. C++ and Java are the two most common programming languages. Here is the list of best programming languages for game development:
1. C++
C++ is one of the most commonly used programming language in game development. It is a challenging programming language for a new learner. Because of its fast and flexible features, this programming language is popular and used by game developers.
2. C#
C# is a simple programming language that is less challenging than C++. Unity is a game engine of C# and the popular one. In 2021, unity won the title of a top engine of the year as it was the choice of the majority of the game developer.
3. JavaScript
JavaScript is among the most popular web programming language in the world. There is a misconception about JavaScript and Java but were two different languages. JavaScript is for hosting games on web pages. HTML5 is one of the game frameworks of JavaScript.
4. Java
Java is one such programming language that can learn with ease by beginners. It is for developing Apps and games. Because of its simplicity, low cost, and platform independence perhaps used widely. Some of the world-famous games by Java is Minecraft.
5. Lua
Lua is a high-level programming language that can be accessed free under an MIT license. Because of its small size, it is embedded effortlessly in other programs. It is simple yet powerful in function and one of the fastest programming languages.
6. Python
Python is an object-oriented, beginner-friendly, and high-level programming language. Python is less applicable for game development because of its well-built collection of the standard library and is suitable to use in the following thing like web development, Machine Learning, etc. Free python library like PyGame helps to develop a simple game for beginners.
7. Flutter
Flutter is open source software development Kit developed by google in 2017, which uses the programming language Dart to develop Apps for iOS and Android. SpriteWidget, Quill, and feathers are some of the flutter engines for game development. They save time as they produce games quickly, and the same code can run for iOS and Android.
8. Objective C
Objective C is an object-oriented programming language developed by Apple for iOS and Mac OS X. It adds small talk ( a programming language ) to C programming language to make it object-oriented. Core3D and Cocos2D are the powerful engines of objective c to develop games.
9. CG
Cg(c for graphics) is a high-level shading language introduced by Microsoft and Nvidia. It is based on the C programming language and is suitable for graphics processing units. Farcry, Hitman, and Battlefield 2 are some of the games developed by Cg.
10. Papyrus
Papyrus is a newly introduced programming language, a scripting system with object-oriented features. Bethesda developed Creation Engine and the 3d video game engine by using papyrus. Fallout 4 and The Elder Scrolls: Skyrim is a game developed by papyrus.
11. UnrealScript
UnrealScript (Uscript) is a programming language for unreal engines. It has a scripting system in it and develops simple and high-level games. Some of the games developed by UnrealScript are Arkham City, Fortnite, Bioshock, etc. It can run on platforms like Microsoft Word, Linus,macOS, etc.
12. Squirrel
Squirrel is a programming language with a high level and an object-oriented principle. The syntax used in squirrel is similar to C programming, multi-paradigm, and helps to solve real-time issues. Left 4 Dead, Portal 2, and Counter-Strike are some popular games developed by a squirrel.
13. Clipper
Clipper was originally a compiler for a database and later used as an X base programming language. The developer used it for solving game issues and other computational issues. Rage and Wolfenstein are games developed by clipper.
14. ActionScript
ActionScript is an object-oriented system developed by Macromedia. Later it was taken by the Adobe system(a software company) as adobe flash. This language is for video games and animation; it is a flash-based system programming language.
15. AMPL
AMPL stands for A Mathematical Programming Language (algebraic modeling language). This language helps in solving critical mathematical problems on a large scale. “Evil Within” is the game developed by AMPL. It can run on cross-platforms like Linux, macOS, windows, etc.
16. Swift
Apple introduced Swift for its iOS, macOS, and watchOS application and is a multi-paradigm programming language used for custom game development. It is a fast, safe, easy and expressive programming language. Swift is developed in place of objective c as it lacks some modern features.
17. Smalltalk
Smalltalk is an easy and simple programming language. This programming language is for educational purposes among kids. Smalltalk is an object-oriented principle and was the first to bring a modern Integrated development environment(IDE) which consists of features such as a text editor, a class browser, an object inspector, and a debugger. Numbering guessing games, Tic-Tac-Toe, and Minesweeper games developed by Smalltalk.
18. TCL
TCL ( Tool Command Language ) is a string-based programming language. Its design was kept simple but powerful in function, and the aim behind TCL start-up was for easy input into the inti() application. It is used mainly in web development, GIUs interface, many game industries, etc.
19. Game Oriented Assembly Lisp
GOAL (Game-oriented Assembly Lisp) is a language lisp programming Language. Andy Gavin and the Jak and Daxter team developed GOAL at Naughty Dog. This programming language was set up for video games and was used for the first in Jak and Daxter: The Precursor Legacy game.
20. Pascal
Pascal (programming language)has given the title of French Mathematicians Blaise Pascal to honor him. Pascal is simple and easy to learn. This platform helps to learn to program with structured data. Mingro, Nxpascal, and many such game engines require this language for their development.
