Often these tools are also available for free. To try to make things easier for those looking to get started making games, we’ve put together a list of 11 game engines / editors.

For Advanced Users Making 3D Games: Unreal Engine or Unity If you're interested in making more complex, 3D games, Unreal Engine and Unity are two of the most popular free tools available.

Creating your own game can lead to lots of laughs, but it can also help teach people how to bond, work together as a team and create some lasting memories, according to comedian Eric Cunningham.