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# awesome-solar2d



a collection of awesome [Solar2D](https://solar2d.com/) resources.



(_to add any work to the list, please create a pull request with a link with the topic that you think it belongs to. to make your entry futureproof, a simple explanation is a welcome addition._)



- [Animation](#animation)

- [Audio](#audio)

- [Coding & Debugging](#coding--debugging)

- [Collections](#collections)

- [Files & Data](#files--data)

- [Games](#games)

- [Graphics](#graphics)

- [Input Handling](#input-handling)

- [Level Design & Management](#level-design--management)

- [Localization](#localization)

- [Marketplaces (Third-Party)](#marketplaces-third-party)

- [Monetization](#monetization)

- [Networking](#networking)

- [Particle Effects](#particle-effects)

- [Physics](#physics)

- [Post-Processing](#post-processing)

- [Starter Kits](#starter-kits)

- [Templates](#templates)

- [Text Editor Extensions](#text-editor-extensions)

  - [Sublime Text](#sublime-text)

  - [Visual Studio Code](#visual-studio-code)

- [Text Rendering](#text-rendering)

- [Utilities](#utilities)







## Animation

* [Flow](https://github.com/depilz/solarFlow) - animation and task management library.

* [gtween](https://github.com/joshtynjala/gtween.lua) - a tweening library ported from ActionScript.

* [LHTween](https://github.com/loghound/Corona-Transitions) - a tweening library to add more transitions.

* [transition2](https://github.com/rannerboy/corona-transition2) - full rewrite of the transition library with an extra set of transitions.



## Audio

* [Scrappy Audio](https://gitlab.com/scrappyferret-libs/scrappy-audio) - audio management library.

* [SoLoudModule](https://github.com/siudesu/SoLoudModule) - a drop-in replacement for the audio API using the SoLoud plugin.

* [XeduR - sfx.lua](https://github.com/XeduR/Solar2D-Projects/tree/master/sfx) - a module for loading and handling all audio files via their filename (and path).



## Coding & Debugging

* [LuaBreakpoints](https://github.com/depilz/LuaBreakpoints) - a utility that enables the integration of breakpoints.

* [LuaLiveEdit](https://github.com/depilz/LuaLiveEdit) - a tool that allows for real-time editing of variables and objects.

* [Patcher](https://github.com/roaminggamer/RG_FreeStuff/tree/master/Products/patcher) ([documentation](https://roaminggamer.github.io/RGDocs/pages/Plugins/patcher/)) - a tool you can use to replace locally bundled scripts with downloaded patches.

* [Solar2DGameSpeed](https://github.com/depilz/Solar2DGameSpeed) - a tool designed to control the game speed.

* [Spyric Performance](https://github.com/SpyricGames/Solar2D-Plugins-Public/tree/main/Performance) - a library to track your app/game performance.



## Collections

* [ggcrunchy](https://github.com/ggcrunchy/solar2d-snippets)

* [Plugins](https://github.com/ggcrunchy/solar2d-plugins) - source code for various plugins

* [PonyBlitz](https://github.com/ponywolf/ponyblitz/)

* [Roaming Gamer](https://github.com/roaminggamer/RG_FreeStuff)

* [Scrappy Ferret](https://gitlab.com/scrappyferret-libs)

* [SpyricGames](https://github.com/SpyricGames/Solar2D-Plugins-Public)

* [XeduR](https://github.com/XeduR/Solar2D-Projects)



## Files & Data

* [Binary Archive](https://github.com/siudesu/BinaryArchive) - a module for reading and writing binary archive files for storing resources.

* [corona-settings](https://github.com/schroederapps/corona-settings) - a module to add easy saving & loading of user settings.

* [GBCDataCabinet](https://gamesbycandlelight.com/gbc-data-cabinet/) - a plugin to create and use session (located in memory) and persistent (located on disk) data throughout your application. (part of [Free Plugins Directory](https://plugins.solar2d.com/))

* [Loadsave](https://github.com/SpyricGames/Solar2D-Plugins-Public/tree/main/Loadsave) - a module for saving and loading data to & from external files across all supported platforms.

* [Preference](https://github.com/SatheeshJM/Lua-Preference-Library) - save and retrieve tables,numbers,strings or boolean.

* [Scrappy Data](https://scrappyferret.com/portfolio/scrappy-data/) - a data management library that allows for unlimited containers and optional encryption.

* [Scrappy Encryption](https://scrappyferret.com/portfolio/scrappy-encryption/) - an encryption helper library.

* [Simple-Table-Load-Save](https://github.com/robmiracle/Simple-Table-Load-Save-Functions-for-Corona-SDK) - load and save function to store a Lua table and read it back.



## Games

* [Asteroids](https://github.com/ldurniat/Asteroids) - a clone of the arcade classic Asteroids.

* [Corona Cannon](https://github.com/coronalabs-samples/CoronaCannon/) - cannon shooting game.

* [Endless Sk8boarder](https://github.com/coronalabs/Endless-Skateborder) - endless runner style game.

* [Flappy Bird](https://github.com/PapaBubaDiop/flappy-bird) - a flappy bird clone.

* [OpenBilgi](https://github.com/sekodev/OpenBilgi) - roguelike trivia/quiz game.

* [Pixel Shields](https://github.com/Puzzl3Mak3r/PixelShields) - game jam entry.

* [Snake](https://github.com/ldurniat/Snake-Game) - a clone of the classic Snake game.

* [The Great Pong](https://github.com/ldurniat/The-Great-Pong) - a clone of Pong game developed by Atari.

* [War with Infinity - Fantasy Heroine Edition](https://github.com/LowWah/WwI-Solar2D-Redacted) - partial source code for a fantasy RPG game with turn-based combat.

* [XeduR's Games](https://github.com/XeduR/Solar2D-Projects/tree/master/Games) - a collection of games in various genres.



## Graphics

* [Color Tween](https://github.com/ldurniat/Color-Tween) - a module for color transition using linear interpolation.

* [corona-magnifier](https://github.com/schroederapps/corona-magnifier) - a module that creates a virtual magnifying glass.

* [Graphics-Extensions-for-Solar2D](https://github.com/ANSH3LL/Graphics-Extensions-for-Solar2D) - an extension to supported image formats(SVG, WEBP, QOI, PNG, JPEG).

* [Lua-Color-Converter](https://github.com/andrewyavors/Lua-Color-Converter) - converts hex or RGB values into compatible format.

* [Scrappy Colour](https://scrappyferret.com/portfolio/scrappy-colour/) - a colour management library that allows for easy colour naming and access.

* [SVG-Path-in-Lua](https://github.com/singularity-is-i/SVG-Path-in-Lua) - a module for getting SVG paths and translate them into coordinates.



## Input Handling

* [joykey](https://github.com/ponywolf/joykey) - a module that converts joystick axis events into key events. 

* [KeyBoard](https://github.com/kan6868/KeyBoard) - a module that creates a virtual keyboard on the screen.

* [ponysense](https://github.com/ponywolf/ponysense) - SteelSeries GameSense™ SDK Helper Library.

* [Scrappy Input](https://gitlab.com/scrappyferret-libs/scrappy-input) - input management library.



## Level Design & Management

* [Berry](https://github.com/ldurniat/Berry) - a simple Tiled Map loader.

* [Labo 2D Game Level Editor](https://github.com/labolado/Labo-2D-Game-Level-Editor-For-Solar2D) - a 2D car racing / platform game level editor

* [Million Tile Engine](https://github.com/jsykes/million-tile-engine) - tile based engine.

* [OGTLevelManager](https://github.com/OutlawGameTools/solar2d-OGTLevelManager) - a code library to lock/unlock levels, keep track of scores for each level, etc.

* [ponytiled](https://github.com/ponywolf/ponytiled) - a simple Tiled Map loader.

* [Qiso](http://www.solar2dplugins.com/plugins/qiso-isometric-tilemap-engine) - isometric tilemap engine.

* [tilekit](https://github.com/ponywolf/tilekit) - a simple TileKit loader.



## Localization

* [GBCLanguageCabinet](https://gamesbycandlelight.com/gbc-language-cabinet/) - a plugin to display text in different languages. (part of [Free Plugins Directory](https://plugins.solar2d.com/))

* [Scrappy Language](https://scrappyferret.com/portfolio/scrappy-language/) - a localisation management library.

* [sozluk](https://github.com/sekodev/sozluk) - a localization library.



## Marketplaces (Third-party)

* [Solar2D Marketplace](https://solar2dmarketplace.com/)

* [Solar2D Plugins](https://www.solar2dplugins.com/)



## Monetization

* [iap_badger](https://github.com/happymongoose/iap_badger) - a unified approach to in-app purchases.



## Networking

* [AutoLan-IPv6](https://github.com/roaminggamer/AutoLan-IPv6) - a derivative of [AutoLAN](https://web.archive.org/web/20170320155140/http://www.mydevelopersgames.com/AutoLAN/index.html), a library that allows you to create a new multiplayer game or networking application.

* [NoobHub](https://github.com/Overtorment/NoobHub) - multiplayer and network messaging library.

* [SolarWebSockets](https://github.com/joehinkle11/SolarWebSockets) - websocket client and server (ws/wss).

* [SOMUN client](https://github.com/deniza/somun-solar2d) - client for SOMUN server, designed for developing and deploying turn-based games.

* [verifyDomain - simple DRM](https://github.com/XeduR/Solar2D-Projects/tree/master/verifyDomain)(_HTML5 only_) - a demo project that demonstrates how you can check if your project is running on your desired domain(s).

* [zcrmmp](https://github.com/agramonte/zcrmmp) - a module to implement local multiplayer.



## Particle Effects

* [Particle emitter samples](https://github.com/roaminggamer/RG_FreeStuff/tree/master/ParticleEmitters)

* [ponypex](https://github.com/ponywolf/ponypex) - PEX file import for particles.



## Physics

* [Morph](https://github.com/SpyricGames/Solar2D-Plugins-Public/tree/main/Morph) - a library for creating and scaling/morphing display objects and their physics bodies.

* [Physics-Editor-exporter](https://github.com/ldurniat/Physics-Editor-exporter) - modified version of built-in exporter.



## Post Processing

* [Dynacam](https://github.com/Zetosoft/dynacam) - a module to add dynamic lighting and camera.

* [plugin_movie](https://github.com/ANSH3LL/plugin_movie) - video-to-texture plugin.

* ["Share your shaders"](https://forums.solar2d.com/t/share-your-shaders/333202) - a forum topic listing shaders you can use.

* [Solar2D Shader](https://github.com/kan6868/solar2D-shader) - a list of shaders you can use.



## Starter Kits

* [Game Jam Template](https://github.com/XeduR/Solar2D-Projects/tree/master/Game%20Jam%20Template) - a collection of libraries and plugins to make development easier during game jams.

* [LegendOfSolar2D](https://github.com/superqix/LegendofSolar2D) - basic framework for a top-down RPG.

* [ponyblitz](https://github.com/ponywolf/ponyblitz) - a lightweight skeleton for game jams/compos.

* [SSK2](https://github.com/roaminggamer/SSK2) - a collection of libraries and utilities designed to improve your development speed and efficiency.



## Templates

* [Match 3 Space RPG](https://github.com/coronalabs/Match-Three-Space-RPG) - _match 3_ type demo project utilizing module-based game development.

* [Solar2D-template](https://github.com/depilz/Solar2D-template) - a useful and versatile template for your games.

* [Sticker Knight Platformer](https://github.com/coronalabs/Sticker-Knight-Platformer/) - _platformer_ type demo project utilizing module-based game development.

* [Template-Platformer-Solar2D](https://github.com/kan6868/Template-Platformer-Solar2D) - a sample project to help learn how to build a _platformer_.



## Text Editor Extensions



### Sublime Text

- [Solar2D Editor](https://github.com/coronalabs/CoronaSDK-SublimeText)

  

### Visual Studio Code

- [Solar2D Editor](https://marketplace.visualstudio.com/items?itemName=solar2d.solar2d-autocomplete)

- [Solar2D Companion](https://marketplace.visualstudio.com/items?itemName=M4adan.solar2d-companion)

- [Solar2D Formatter](https://marketplace.visualstudio.com/items?itemName=marek-skreko.solar2d-formatter)



## Text Rendering

* [corona-textrender](https://github.com/mimetic/corona-textrender) - a pure-Lua text rendering module which can handle basic HTML, fonts, font-styles, and basic font metrics.

* [Font-Loader](https://github.com/SpyricGames/Solar2D-Plugins-Public/tree/main/Font-Loader) - a library to pre-load fonts to improve performance.

* [ponyfont](https://github.com/ponywolf/ponyfont) - a library to provide bitmap font support.

* [ponystroke](https://github.com/ponywolf/ponystroke) - a library to create outlined text.

* [Scrappy Fonts](https://scrappyferret.com/portfolio/scrappy-fonts/) - font management library that allows for easy font naming and access.



## Utilities

* [delta-time](https://github.com/ldurniat/delta-time) - a module for time based animations.

* [eventListenerWrapper](https://github.com/XeduR/Solar2D-Projects/tree/master/eventListenerWrapper) - a module overwriting the built-in runtime methods to add and remove various warnings.

* [Lua-Vector2](https://github.com/Hasnain123Raza/Lua-Vector2) - a simple two dimensional vector mathematics class.

* [Object-Pool](https://github.com/ldurniat/Object-Pool) - a module for reusing objects instead of creating new ones.

* [Pseudorandom Number Generator](https://github.com/XeduR/Solar2D-Projects/tree/master/Pseudorandom%20Number%20Generator) - pseudorandom number generation using the linear congruential method.

* [Scrappy Device](https://gitlab.com/scrappyferret-libs/scrappy-device) - a library that allows you to get information about the device your app is running on.

* [Scrappy Maths](https://scrappyferret.com/portfolio/scrappy-maths/) - maths library that includes a bunch of common methods.

* [Scrappy Random](https://scrappyferret.com/portfolio/scrappy-random/) - helper library that allows for working in a random fashion, such as generating random numbers, strings, colours, and UUIDs, as well as selecting from a list and flipping a coin.

* [Scrappy Time](https://scrappyferret.com/portfolio/scrappy-time/) - time management library that simplifies time based movement and FPS calculation. 

* [Screen recorder](https://github.com/solar2d/com.labolado-plugin.screenRecorder) - in-app video recording and sharing plugin.

* [Spyric Screen](https://github.com/SpyricGames/Solar2D-Plugins-Public/tree/main/Screen) - a module with easy to use and descriptive display properties for creating dynamically/statically positioned display objects.

* [Spyric UUID](https://github.com/SpyricGames/Solar2D-Plugins-Public/tree/main/UUID) - a module used to create a UUID solely using time.

* [XeduR - utils.lua](https://github.com/XeduR/Solar2D-Projects/tree/master/utils) - a collection of all sorts of useful utility functions.