Thaolin

This is the answer IMO. Godot is lightweight, easy to use, and free with fully open sourced communities. Check out GDQuest for tutorials. The best part is that Godot uses a programming language called GDscript which is based on Python. I’ve learned so much about programming best practices using Godot that it translates to my day job now when I need to use python. I cannot recommend it enough as a hobbyist.

As an additional point, Godot 4 just released and it is really giving Unity a run for it’s money with features and capabilities.

Now the trick will be getting one before the bots etc. All scoop them up. The 5800X3D in Canada is practically impossible to get at MSRP in my area. Here’s hoping!

I feel this. It felt kind of half thought out. Was so disappointed.