Networking Libraries
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Low level libraries
| Name | Language | Platform | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| libcurl | C | Any | HTTP & FTP communication. Supports get, post, file resume and thread safe |
| Enet | |||
| HawkNL | |||
| PLib/Medusa | |||
| SDL_net | |||
| lidgren | |||
| Boost ASIO |
High-level "we give you structure" libraries include:
| Name | Language | Platform | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| ClanLib | |||
| Net-Z/Eterna | |||
| Nevrax/NEL | |||
| Massiv | |||
| OpenPlay | |||
| OpenSkies | |||
| OpenTNL | |||
| RakNet | |||
| ReplicaNet | |||
| ZoidCom | |||
| Etwork |
If you want to make an MMORPG, there are some libraries as well: Low level libraries
| Name | Language | Platform | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| PlaneShift | C++ | any | is open source to the core (including art). |
| Nevrax/NeL | is open source, but tools/art is commercial (The Saga of Ryzom). | ||
| RealmCrafter | comes with tools, starter art, and a small game; it's $55. | ||
| Torque | plus RPG Kit at $249 total make for an RPG toolkit. | ||
| Massiv | (hasn't been updated since 2004). |
