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Microsoft MakeCode Arcade vs Sparkle

A side-by-side look at Microsoft MakeCode Arcade and Sparkle. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

Microsoft MakeCode Arcade

Microsoft MakeCode Arcade

Games

Microsoft MakeCode Arcade is a free, open-source web-based platform that allows users to create retro arcade games using block coding. It features Sprite Editor, sound effects, music, overlays and hundreds of game examples to remix.

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Sparkle

Sparkle

Development

Sparkle is an open-source software update framework for macOS applications. It allows developers to easily provide automatic updates to their users by packaging and delivering app updates from a server.

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