Solo game dev is hard. But you can do it. This hub is the pipeline I wish I had: free tools, tiny concepts, and a straight line from zero to a game you can share.
Pick your path
| Path | You are… | Do this | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| A. Never coded | ”I don’t know anything about code” | Setup → Lua Essentials → First Game | ~60 min |
| B. Coded, new to games | ”I know some programming” | Setup → Love2D Basics → First Game | ~30 min |
| C. Just want to tinker | ”Give me code now” | Starter Template → Play a demo → Cookbook | ~10 min |
Learn to walk first
The 4-step loop
- Setup — install Love2D, open a folder, run a window. Setup guide
- Make — follow one guided game. Your first game
- Steal — grab the template and cookbook recipes. Template · Cookbook
- Share — put it on web + desktop. Distribution
What you need
- A computer (Windows, Mac, or Linux — all work)
- Love2D (free, ~10MB)
- Any text editor (Sublime Text is what I learned on)
- The courage to try
Get Help
Stuck? Every page has a Try it step and a When it breaks box. Read the break box to find out common solutions to issues.
Next step
Go to Setup and get a window on screen. That’s your first achievement.