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Getting Started	This section walks you through the basics of MonoGame, and helps you to create your first game.

First, select the operating system and toolset you will be working with to create your first MonoGame project, then continue reading to understand the basic layout of a MonoGame project.

Supported platforms

MonoGame supports the following platforms by default:

• Windows
• macOS
• Linux
• iOS
• iPadOS
• Android
• Xbox*
• PlayStation 4*
• PlayStation 5*
• Nintendo Switch*

Important

Platforms marked with a ""* require developer access from their host vendor platforms.

See Supported Platforms for more information.

Setting up and creating your first MonoGame Project

By the end of this tutorial set, you will have a working project to build for your target platform and will be ready to tackle your next steps.

1. Setting up your OS for development

• Windows
• macOS
• Ubuntu 20.04

2. Choosing your IDE for development

• Visual Studio for Windows
• VS Code
• Rider

3. Building your game

• Understanding the Code
• Adding Content
• Adding Basic Code

4. Packaging Games

• Packaging Games for Distribution

5. Advanced Topics

• Preparing for Consoles
• Using Development Nuget Packages