RPG Developer Bakin News

Thank you for your continued support of "RPG Developer Bakin”. In preparation for the official release, we’ve renewed the official website to better showcase the appeal of the tool to a wider audience. With this renewal, we've organized and expanded the information to make the site easier to understand for newcomers and more convenient for long-time users.



We’ve also used wonderful submissions from users who participated in the “Top Page Background Image Campaign” as the background for the new top page. Multiple background variations have been prepared, and they will rotate periodically so we can showcase as many of your works as possible. Thank you very much to everyone who submitted their creations! You can also view these works on our site under “User Artwork Showcase,” so be sure to check them out.

We will continue doing our best to grow “RPG Developer Bakin” together with all of you. Thank you for your continued support!

SmileBoom, which brings you "tools to support enjoyable game creation" such as "RPG Developer Bakin" and "SmileBASIC 4", will be exhibiting and further sponsoring "Tokyo Game Dungeon 9" to be held on Sunday, August 3, 2025. Each tool will be available for trial and sale at the booth.
This is your chance to actually try out "RPG Developer Bakin" and see what kind of tool it is! Please come by.



[h3]Tokyo Game Dungeon 9 - Exhibit Overview[/h3]
Event Name: Tokyo Game Dungeon 9
Date & Time: Sunday, August 3, 2025, from 12:00 to 5:00 p.m. JST
Venue: Tokyo Metropolitan Industrial Trade Center Hamamatsucho Building, 3F/4F Exhibition Room (Japan)
Booth No.: 4Y-7 (4F Exhibition Room)
Admission:
- Advance General Ticket: ¥1,000 (tax included)
- Advance Business Ticket: ¥2,000 (tax included)
Event Official Website：https://tokyogamedungeon.com/
(Please check Tokyo Game Dungeon X (formerly Twitter) for the latest information. )

[h3]Sales Products[/h3]
- “RPG Developer Bakin” Steam Key Event Special Price: 9.200 yen -> 8,280 yen (tax included / 10% off)
- "SMILE GAME BUILDER" Steam Key Event Special Price: 6,980 yen -> 1,390 yen (tax included / 80% OFF)
- "SmileBASIC 4" Official Reference Book Revised 2023: 2,200 yen (tax included)
Please note that this is a limited quantity item, and we apologize in advance if it is sold out.

[h3]Payment Methods of Sales Products[/h3]
Cash is not accepted. Please use one of the following:
Credit Cards: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB, Diners Club, Discover
Mobile Payments: iD, QUICPay, Apple Pay
Transportation IC Cards：Suica, PASMO, Kitaca, toica, manaca, ICOCA, SUGOCA, nimoca, HAYAKAKEN
QR Code Payment: PayPay, Alipay+, au PAY, D Payment, WeChat Pay

Starting today, we are holding the final sale before the upcoming price revision. RPG Developer Bakin and its DLCs are available at special discounted prices.
Additionally, bundle editions that include discounted items are also eligible for the Steam Summer Sale 2025 promotion, offering even greater value.

Please note that the price revision is scheduled for July 14, so don’t miss this opportunity to purchase at the current prices.

Period: Thursday, June 26, 2025 – Thursday, July 10, 2025, 10:00 AM (PDT)
Eligible Products/Discount Rate:


Note:
- Bundles that include eligible products will also reflect the respective item discounts.
- On July 14, 2025 at 12:00 AM (PDT), the price of RPG Developer Bakin will be revised from $69.99 USD to $84.99 USD.

[h3]Hello everyone!
We have released Ver. 1.15 today!
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This update introduces a variety of new features to make game creation deeper and more flexible than ever!
These additions are designed to help you craft richer stories and more immersive worlds.

Now, let’s look at the main new features!

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[h2]Main Features Added and Improved in Ver. 1.15[/h2]

[h3]- Enhanced Selection Panel[/h3]
We've added several highly requested features, including branching based on cancel button input and the ability to use variables as display conditions.

These improvements allow you to tailor choices more precisely to each scene, making it easier to create more complex and immersive story developments.


[h3]- Variable Support for Layout Part Display Conditions [/h3]
You can now specify variables as display conditions for submenu containers and render containers.

By combining multiple variables, you can flexibly control your UI, for example, showing elements only when specific conditions are met.

This gives you the freedom to design a more refined and dynamic user interface, limited only by your creativity.


[h3]- Simplified 3D Sound Mode[/h3]
Bakin features a 3D sound engine capable of reproducing binaural audio through regular speakers.
This engine simulates how humans perceive sound with both ears, allowing for realistic depth and directionality—ideal for immersive audio experiences like ASMR.

In this update, we've added a simplified mode that applies positional information only through basic left-right speaker panning.

You can also configure attenuation methods and set custom start and end distances, giving you greater control and flexibility in sound design.

[h3]- Variable List[/h3]
The "Variable Used" feature has been upgraded into a full-fledged Variable List dialog.

Now, you can select a variable from the list to instantly see where it's being used—reversing the previous workflow.

In addition, you can now add or delete variables directly within this dialog, making variable management significantly more efficient.

[h3]- Party Train Spacing[/h3]
We've added a new feature that allows you to adjust the spacing between cast members when moving in the party train—something that was previously fixed.


For details on other update contents, please check the online manual or go to "Update Log" in the "Info & Tips" section of Bakin's Top Menu.

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We are pleased to announce that Bakin will release its official release on August 28.

As we move toward the official release—and beyond—we will continue to add new features and make ongoing improvements.

Our team is committed to evolving this tool so you can fully enjoy creating games that bring your imagined worlds, original characters, and carefully crafted systems to life.

Thank you for your continued support!

We hope this update helps you create even more amazing games.
Make the most of the new features and turn your world into a game!

[h2]Fom Steady Updates to Official Release[/h2]


Since launching in October 2022 as an Early Access title, “RPG Developer Bakin” has been developed with the support and feedback of our dedicated users. We are excited to announce that the tool will reach its official release milestone on August 28, 2025.
Over the period, we have released 14 major updates, including 14 major ones, implementing a wide range of new functionalities—many based on user feedback. These include Dungeon RPG functionalities, expanded character stats, toon shader support, and VRM model compatibility, among others. Through these efforts, it has steadily grown into a more powerful and flexible creation tool.
We appreciate the tremendous support of our users. Thank you very much.
As we move toward the official release—and beyond—we remain committed to continuous updates and improvements.

[h3]== RPG Developer Bakin Official Release Overview ==[/h3]

• Title: RPG Developer Bakin
  
• Genre: Game Creation Tool
  
• Recommended System Requirements:
  
• OS: Windows10 (64bit), CPU: Core i5-8400/Ryzen 5 1500X or better, Memory: 16GB, Graphics: NVIDIA® GeForce™ GTX1650/AMD Radeon™ RX570, Storage: 8 GB available space
  
• Supported Languages: Japanese, English, Chinese (simplified), Chinese (Traditional)
  
• Scheduled Release Date: August 28, 2025.
  
• Price: $84.99 USD

Note:
- If you have purchased the Early Access version, it will be updated to the official release at no additional cost.
- Any DLC you have already purchased or are currently using will remain available after the official release.


[h3]== Notice of Upcoming Price Revision ==[/h3]
As previously announced, we will be adjusting the price in advance of the transition from Early Access to the official release.

Price Revision Schedule

• Date & Time: Monday, July 14, 2025, at 12:00 AM (PDT)
  
• New Price: $84.99 USD
  
• Current Price: $69.99 USD
  

Note:
- Please note that the price will be revised before the official release date.
- Prices of individual DLCs will remain unchanged.


[h3]== Ongoing Updates After Release! New Roadmap Revealed ==[/h3]
In preparation for the official release, Update Ver.1.15 is scheduled for deployment on June 25. This update will include a variety of new features and improvements, such as:

- A simple 3D sound option that applies positional data only for panning between left and right speakers
- Enhancements to the selection panel
- Support for variables in layout display condition switches

Alongside this update, we have also published an updated development roadmap, covering both features planned for the official release and those scheduled for post-release. In addition to the listed features, we are actively exploring several others, and the roadmap will continue to be updated as development progresses.


Note:
- All features listed are under development and may be subject to change.
- Additional improvements and feature expansions will be implemented as needed.
- Information as of June 18, 2025.
- The latest roadmap is available on our official website: https://rpgbakin.com/roadmap


[h3]== Oficial Release Date Confirmed — “Smile Sale” Now Live! ==[/h3]

To celebrate the announcement of the official release date, we are launching the “Smile Sale” on Steam starting today! Enjoy discounts on “RPG Developer Bakin” and its DLCs, as well as on bundle editions that include sale-eligible items — now available at even greater value.
Please note that the tool’s price will be revised on July 14, so don't miss this opportunity to purchase at the current price!

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