Resources

Here is a collection of resources for HTML5 game development. There is a generic mega-list with more resources (not just related to HTML5) at Pixel Prospector.

Phaser-related resources

• Download the latest version of Phaser.
• Phaser's documentation.
• Phaser's examples: official collection of Phaser examples. This is an excellent place if you want to do something but have no clue about which parts of Phaser API's you should use.
• HTML5 Game Devs forum: a great place to ask questions or showcase your game.

Inspiration

• How to succeed at making one game a month: an article that describes a great approach for indie or solo development. A must-read if you are a beginner at making games or struggle to finish your projects.
• Itch.io: a game publishing portal for indies, with lots of free games as well. It's great to see what others are doing, and perfect for inspiration.
• Finishing a game: an article about focusing on finishing projects and not getting derailed, by the creator of Spelunky.
• Surviving Ludum Dare: recommendations to succeed at Ludum Dare or other game jams.

Art assets

• Kenney's art assets: multiple art packs, with professional quality, released in the public domain.
• Open Game Art: a collection of different art assets –sprites sound effect, music tracks, textures…– released under a license that allows re-using (sometimes under certain constraints).
• freesound: Sound and music, released under a Creative Commons license.

Engines

Here are some game development libraries you can use to make your games with JavaScript. All of these are open source.

• Phaser: 2D game framework.
• A-Frame: framework for virtual reality experiences and games.
• PlayCanvas Engine: 3D game engine.

Here are some of the game development engines that support exporting to HTML5.

• Unity: 3D engine with support for many platforms and a very large community.
• Unreal: 3D engine used from indie games to blockbuster AAA titles.
• Game Maker: 2D game engine, beginner-friendly, and very popular among indie developers.
• PICO-8: a fantasy console that allows you to create small games with LUA and export them to the Web.

For a more exhaustive list, check out the Engine & Tools page at the MDN.

Other software and tools

• Audiotool: online, free DAW.
• Bxfr: online, retro sound effects generator.
• Github: version control with Git.
• Trello: project management tool.
• Pyxel Edit: very affordable pixel art editor.