RPG Maker

What RPG Maker is

RPG Maker is paid game-making software for creating projects for Windows, macOS, and web browsers. It provides a map editor, event system, premade assets, and front-view and side-view battle systems. Scripting support uses JavaScript, and the source code model is listed as source available. RPG Maker MZ includes the map editor, event system, premade assets, both battle-system views, scripting support, and multiplatform distribution. The product does not include visual scripting, multiplayer tools, mobile export, or console export. Its listed platforms are macOS, web, and Windows, matching its target distribution options. Pricing is listed from $79.99, with a paid-from amount of $59.99 one-time. The RPG Maker MZ plan is listed at $79.99 a month. The official website is rpgmakerweb.com.

Who it suits

RPG Maker suits creators building games for Windows, macOS, or web browsers who want map, event, asset, battle, and JavaScript scripting tools.

Limits

There is no free plan. The listed product does not include visual scripting, multiplayer tools, mobile export, or console export.

Getting started

1. Open the RPG Maker website
2. Choose a paid RPG Maker option
3. Install on macOS or Windows, or use the web platform
4. Create maps with the map editor
5. Define interactions with the event system
6. Add assets and configure front-view or side-view battles
7. Extend the project with JavaScript

Verdict

RPG Maker combines visual game-building tools with JavaScript scripting and several listed distribution targets. Check its missing multiplayer, mobile, and console capabilities before choosing it.