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MakeCode Arcade vs CodeCombat: catalog facts
MakeCode Arcade	CodeCombat
Free Free and open source. Hosting, hardware and any external services are separate.	Freemium Free to start playing; check the site for current paid plans.
Web	Web
Includes an interactive game simulator Supports compatible handheld game hardware	Learners type real Python or JavaScript instead of using blocks Game-style puzzles keep beginners engaged
Hardware deployment depends on the supported board and project constraints.	Limited to Python, JavaScript and HTML Game framing may feel slow for adults who want direct instruction
Web application	Web application
Open source	Closed source
License: MIT	License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline	Needs internet
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 22, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 2, 2026

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