What language is used most in making games (especially 3-D).

Answer 1

for making games engines i think mostly c/c++ and a little assembly

Answer 2

Mainly C++. Python plugs into Panda3D and Unity supports C# but the majority are geared to C++.

That doesn't mean your game need be written in C++. You can use extern to expose elements to Python and script loads of it quite fast without worrying about isms. But core will need C++ for most, even Python bindings will slow if it is too complex. Depends on many factors. That's why C++ is a safer (albeit lengthier and more titesome) bet.

source: I was on the PonyCraft dev team before it disbanded (maybe they're back, I lost touch). We used Ogre engine back then after a DBPro prototype.

Answer 3

@Micah: nope

Answer 4

so was Minecraft made with C++?

Answer 5

oh, it's Java of course!