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Adobe Captivate vs PlayBasic

A side-by-side look at Adobe Captivate and PlayBasic. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

Adobe Captivate

Adobe Captivate

Education & Reference

Adobe Captivate is software used to create interactive eLearning content like simulations, screencasts, videos, assessments, and more. It allows you to easily record software simulations, add interactive elements like quizzes and branching scenarios, and publish for web and mobile devices.

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PlayBasic

PlayBasic

Games

PlayBasic is a proprietary programming language and IDE for learning and developing 2D video games. It uses a BASIC-style syntax which is easy to learn and allows for rapid game prototyping. Some key features include sprites, sounds, tiles, scrolling backgrounds and more.

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