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LightWave vs PlayBasic

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

LightWave

LightWave

3D Graphics

LightWave 3D is a complete 3D modeling, animation and rendering software package used for visual effects, broadcast graphics, games, virtual reality and more. It offers a intuitive and flexible workflow along with powerful toolset for modeling, texturing, lighting, animation and rendering.

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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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