Ironclad Engine

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Modular Architecture

Core systems (rendering, input, audio, ECS, UI, FX, scenes, assets, save/load) are designed as distinct modules, promoting flexibility and maintainability.

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Data-Driven Design

Leverages JSON for configurations such as asset manifests and entity prefabs, simplifying content management and iteration.

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Comprehensive Input System

Supports keyboard, mouse, and gamepad inputs, all integrated into a versatile action mapping system for flexible control schemes.

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Rich UI Toolkit

Includes a growing library of UI elements (Labels, Buttons, Checkboxes, Panels, ValueBars, Sliders, etc.) built on a base element class.

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Entity-Component-System

Features a functional ECS core with entity management, POJO components, systems, and prefab instantiation for scalable game logic.

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Modern Development

Built with modern JavaScript (ES6+) and Vite for a fast and efficient development experience, complemented by JSDoc for API documentation.

Welcome to Ironclad Engine

Ironclad Engine is a passion project aimed at creating a versatile and understandable game engine for 2D and "2.5D-style" games, with a strong initial focus on supporting RPG development.

Current State

The engine is in active Alpha development and already includes a wide range of features:

Full scene management with stacking and overlays.

A robust, modular input system for Keyboard, Mouse, and Gamepad.

An Entity-Component-System architecture.

Asset loading for images, JSON, and audio (via Web Audio API).

An AudioManager for sound effects and music.

A flexible UI element library.

An initial FX system supporting screen shake, flash, and tint via offscreen rendering.

A foundational Save/Load system with a provider pattern.

Testbed Game: Tartu Legends

The development of Ironclad Engine is driven by the needs of Tartu Legends, an RPG testbed game inspired by classics like Octopath Traveler, Pokémon, and Monster Hunter. This ensures that engine features are practical and relevant for real-world game development.

Dive In

Check out the Getting Started Guide to set up your first project.

Explore the Conceptual Guides to learn about specific engine systems.

Browse the Full API Reference for detailed information on all classes and modules.

We hope you find Ironclad Engine a useful tool for your game development journey!

Ironclad EngineModular 2D/2.5D Game Engine