A wild GBAT has appeared!
A modern desktop gamebook authoring tool

GBAT 2 is a complete rewrite of the original much-loved Gamebook Authoring Tool, built for a faster, more flexible way to write interactive fiction.

It keeps your work simple, transparent, and under your control. No databases, no lock-in, not online, just files on your disk.

What’s new

  • Write choices inline using [[Section Name]]
    The flowchart is back, the layout algorithm is improved and better than ever
    Finally in 64-bit (welcome 2026!) leading to speed improvements all over
  • Files stay on disk in markdown format. Edit them with GBAT’s new editor or bring your own favourite external editor
  • Live structure and section management

Planned

  • Brand new editor will finally allow for and bold, italics
  • Images!! YES!

Status
Early version coming soon.
Free edition with a 100-section limit.
Pro features planned (larger books, more export options).

(Screenshots and downloads coming soon)