Installation

Requirements

• Python >=3.10

  The engine is based on Python 3.10.

  It is preferred that you use Python 3.10 or upgrade to a version supported by PyImGUI.

Installation Methods

You can install Photon using pip or by compiling from source (GitHub) or download precompiled binaries

1. Install via pip

This is the recommended method for most users.

pip install PhotonEngine

• Dependency: Python

2. Compile from Source (GitHub)

Use this method if you want to contribute to Photon's development or explore its inner workings.

• Requirement: Virtual Environment (venv)

  Install using:

  pip install venv
  

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone --recursive https://github.com/ArnavChoudhary9/Photon
   

2. Navigate to the project directory:

   cd Photon
   

3. Initialize the repository:

   setup.bat
   

4. Activate the virtual environment:

   venv\Scripts\activate
   

5. Run Forge Editor:

   cd Forge
   python Forge.py
   

Congratulations! You have successfully run Forge Editor.

3. Running Precompiled binaries

Use this if you only want to run the editor and develope games.

Download the latest precompiled binary from GitHub.

To run the editor, navigate to the downloaded directory and run Forge.exe.