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Scratch vs MakeCode Arcade: catalog facts
Scratch	MakeCode Arcade
Free Free to use.	Free Free and open source. Hosting, hardware and any external services are separate.
Web	Web
Visual blocks remove the need to learn syntax first Runs in the browser	Includes an interactive game simulator Supports compatible handheld game hardware
Aimed at beginners rather than production programming Community features are public and need moderation for young users	Hardware deployment depends on the supported board and project constraints.
Web application	Web application
Closed source	Open source
License not stated	License: MIT
Not stated if an account is needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 22, 2026

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