Clickteam Fusion frequently goes on sale on Steam and is often featured in Humble Bundles . You can sometimes get the full version for a massive discount (often under $15).

If you want to use the software safely and support the developers, here are your best options:

Building a game is a huge achievement—starting with a stable, secure tool ensures that your hard work won't be lost to a virus or a software glitch.

If the price is currently a barrier, consider these powerful, , and open-source game engines: