## TL;DR

Godot is a free, open-source (MIT license) game engine created by Juan Linietsky and Ariel Manzur (2014). It features a unique scene system, dedicated 2D and 3D engines, and its own scripting language (GDScript, Python-like). Godot 4.0 (2023) brought Vulkan rendering, a new tilemap system, and improved 3D.

## Core Explanation

Godot's scene system: everything is a scene (player, enemy, level) that can be nested. GDScript is Python-like with optional typing. C# and C++ also supported. Node-signal pattern for communication. Advantages: truly free (no royalties), lightweight (<50MB editor), fast iteration. Godot 4.4 (2025) added interactive music, improved physics interpolation. Used by: Cassette Beasts, Brotato, Dome Keeper.

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