avian

The premium Open Source alternative to Havok

🎯 Best for:Game developers building high-concurrency simulations within the Bevy ecosystem.
Visit WebsiteCompare with Havok
2.9k
Stars
Apache-2.0License

What is avian?

A native Rust physics engine built specifically for the Bevy game engine's Entity Component System. It replaces traditional physics wrappers with a modular architecture that treats physical properties as standard components.

Tech Stack
RustGame Development

Why avian?

  • Memory safety via Rust
  • Seamless ECS integration
  • Highly modular design

Limitations

  • Limited to Bevy engine
  • Evolving API
  • Fewer features than PhysX
4/19/2026
Last Update
231
Forks
172
Issues
Apache-2.0
License
Financial Leak Detected

Stop the "SaaS Tax"

Your team could be burning cash. Switching to avian instantly boosts your runway.

Competitor Cost
-$1,440
/ year (est. based on Havok)
Self-Hosted
$0
/ year
Team Size10 Users
150+
SAVE 100%

Community Discussion

Comments