SDL Framework

SDL Framework is a cool tool that works on both Windows and Linux. It's part of the SDL, which stands for Simple DirectMedia Layer. This framework makes it super easy for you to create fun, low-key 2D games using the Lua programming language.

Lightweight and Portable

This little guy weighs in at under 3 MB! That’s pretty lightweight, especially since it's designed for making two-dimensional games. It helps you speed up your game development with Lua, plus it comes loaded with sample projects. You can find these samples in both Windows batch files and Lua files, making it even easier to get started.

Features Galore!

The SDL Framework supports networking and works with some of the most popular image formats. It also has TrueType font rendering, which is great if you want to add some text to your games. Plus, it lets you connect input devices like keyboards, mice, and joysticks! And don’t forget about the audio features; they’re mainly focused on sound mixing.

Useful APIs

This framework gives you access to a bunch of handy APIs. For example, there’s a thread API that simplifies things like pthreads. There's also an API that checks out different sound cards' capabilities and one that helps read and play tracks from a CD-ROM.

Learn More!

If you're curious about this awesome framework, check out the download page. You can also visit the official website or browse the SourceForge repository for more details.