Roku Developer Program

[Crytkee]

Hi there,

I have recently started to develop a streaming channel for my YouTube channel (self-promo not intended) and I was wondering how I could make a game for the Roku. I don't know what game engine is best to make a game, and what the Roku could handle.

Thanks.

Crytkee

www.crytkee.com

[necrotek · Accepted solution]

Try this project to help you get started https://github.com/Romans-I-XVI/Roku-gameEngine 

[Crytkee]

Thank you! What program do I use this in though?

[necrotek]

Whatever development environment you are using to create a video streaming channel on Roku. VS code, Eclipse... This is more of a framework for building a game.  There are no full game engine/editor packages like Unity or Unreal for Roku and you will need to roll your own setup for developing on Roku.  Roku is not as capable of most modern devices when it comes to making games so it is best to manage expectations on what you would like to accomplish.  Check out the games section on the Roku channel store to see what others have done.  Here is one of my games 

https://channelstore.roku.com/details/d41df9dcf2b442a188913136510027f7/run-cmd 

[Crytkee]

Okay thanks! I think I have played your game before

[pkuzmenko]

I'm developing and prepare to public my development tool set.

Where is couple videos now, but in general it on the way!

check my site: https://orangetree.tk/roku

you will find a video tutorial.

Any way if you like it, let me know.

[JulieRoberts]

When creating a video streaming channel on Roku, use development environments like VS Code or Eclipse. Unlike Unity or Unreal, Roku lacks full game engine packages, so you'll need to set up your own development environment. Manage expectations, as Roku's gaming capabilities may limit what you can achieve; explore the Roku channel store's games section for examples of what's possible.