What is Torque?
Torque is an open source 3D game engine developed by GarageGames. It provides a complete toolset for game development, including a visual editor, scripting support, advanced physics simulation, and a robust multiplayer networking layer.
Some key features of Torque include:
- Visual design tools to create levels,materials, particles, and more without writing code
- Support for Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS, and Android
- Integrated physics engine powered by Bullet Physics for realistic object interactions
- Multiplayer networking over LAN and internet with client/server model
- Scripting system using TorqueScript allows for rapid game logic development
- Mod support to easily create and share new game content
Torque has been used by indie developers and hobbyists to create a variety of game genres, including FPS, RPG, RTS, racing games, simulations, and more. The DIY Ethic of Torque's toolset has fostered an active community contributing assets to be used for new projects. With hundreds of games already created with it and no licensing fees, Torque remains a compelling option for building and distributing interactive 3D applications.
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