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Official DLC: A magic effect animation pack and two music packs are here!

This week, we’re releasing a high-quality animation asset pack to bring your battle scenes to life, plus two unique music packs.

“Elemental Effect 10+1” is an animation asset pack for MZ.
It includes 55 animation assets featuring magic effects across 11 elements?perfect for fantasy games.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/4112890/RPG_Maker_MZ__Elemental_Effect_101/
https://youtu.be/uviB2f1msf4


“Alchemist Garden Music Pack1” is a music pack inspired by crafting-themed RPGs.
It includes 25 BGM tracks designed for scenes such as gathering materials and building items.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/4181460/RPG_Maker_MZ__Alchemist_Garden_Music_Pack1/
https://youtu.be/6yPsoF9CuhA


“The TCM Chiptune Battle Music Pack” is a battle-themed music pack.
It features 10 chiptune tracks with a nostalgic retro vibe, inspired by classic battle scenes.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/4181450/RPG_Maker_MZ__The_TCM_Chiptune_Battle_Music_Pack/
https://youtu.be/HZvKN3jhwEk

Archive of the RPG Maker MZ Beginner Course Now Available!

[p]The livestream series for RPG Maker MZ beginners, “Calling All First-Time Game Creators! RPG Maker MZ Beginner Course,” commonly known as “Haji-Tsuku,” is now available as an archive.
This content is presented in Japanese.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]In this series, a complete beginner named Kurisawa learns how to create a game from Sensei, streaming the entire process—from starting with zero knowledge to completing the game—live.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]The project begins from absolute scratch and reaches completion and public release across nine episodes. We hope this will be helpful for anyone using RPG Maker for the first time.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]You can watch it on YouTube under the “Gotcha Gotcha Games” channel, in the “Live” tab.[/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p][/p][p][/p]

RPG Maker Series up to 90% OFF + Best-Selling Products Showcase

[p]Thank you for your continued support of the RPG Maker series![/p][p]For a limited time, we are holding a major sale featuring popular titles and top-selling DLC.[/p][p][/p][p]Sale Period[/p][p]Ends: December 2 (Tue) 9:00 GMT-8[/p][p][/p][p]Featured Titles (Special Discounts)[/p][p]RPG Maker MZ → 55% OFF[/p][p]RPG Maker MV → 85% OFF[/p][p]RPG Maker MV Bundle → 85% OFF[/p][p][/p][p]RPG Maker MZ is loved for its balance of ease-of-use and flexibility, while MV remains a fan favorite.[/p][p]A perfect lineup for both newcomers and long-time creators![/p][p][/p][p]Best-Selling DLC Rankings[/p][p]▼ Top 3 DLC for RPG Maker MZ[/p][p]RPG Maker MZ - MV Trinity Resource Pack[/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink]RPG Maker MZ - 3D Particle Effect Pack[/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink]RPG Maker MZ - Fantasy Generator - Armor Parts Set[/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink]The MV Trinity Resource Pack includes a full editor’s worth of assets—maps, characters, enemies, and more—with expanded themes such as Asian-style resources. Perfect for sparking new game ideas.[/p][p][/p][p]We’ve also prepared a special bundle including these DLC.[/p][p]Save an additional 43% when purchased together![/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]▼ Top 3 DLC for RPG Maker MV[/p][p]RPG Maker MV – SAKAN[/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink]RPG Maker MV - MADO[/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink]RPG Maker MV - GENE[/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink]SAKAN lets you create original tilesets by combining over 1,000 different parts.[/p][p]MADO allows you to design custom game windows using 150 parts across 50 themes.

A special bundle including these products is also available.[/p][p]Save an additional 35% when purchased together!
[/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]Top 3 Best-Selling Editors[/p][p]RPG Maker MZ[/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink]RPG Maker MV[/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink]RPG Maker XP[/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink]RPG Maker MZ continues to receive feature updates, making it even more convenient.[/p][p]RPG Maker MV is also popular as a resource library, since its assets can be used directly in MZ.
[/p][p]Whether you’re starting a new project or expanding your resource collection, this sale is the perfect chance to enhance your creation environment.[/p][p]We hope it helps make your game development even more fun and comfortable![/p]

Featured Games Made with RPG Maker

[p]We’re excited to introduce a selection of compelling indie games created with the RPG Maker series to the Steam community.[/p][p]If any of these titles catch your eye, we hope you’ll give them a try.[/p][p]
Soaring Machinariae[/p][p]A girls' adventure story, told through a traditional action RPG! Control Iris the Machinariae to explore fields and dungeons, and fight against monsters with sword combos, items, and special moves![/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]RealityMinds[/p][p]A young aspiring soldier and a mysterious girl switch bodies. An RPG with a ripple effect that changes the minds of everyone involved.[/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]\[International] Absented Age: Squarebound[/p][p]Absented Age is a fresh mix of genres: an action RPG outside of combat that becomes a roguelike-style strategy RPG during combat.[/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]\[English] AbsentedAge 2: Ghostbound[/p][p]Absented Age is a fresh mix of genres: an action RPG outside of combat that becomes a roguelike-style strategy RPG during combat.[/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]Palphone-sama : Curse call[/p][p]All of the Twitter accounts and Websites in the game exist in reality. Use your Internet browser to gather information and uncover hidden secrets, and get to the bottom of the urban legend surrounding the popular calling and live streaming App "Palphone"![/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]Re:Kuroi[/p][p]Kaito, a young, bullied boy, meets wizards of different professions: a parttime teacher, a waitress, a retired soldier, and a suspicious dealer of information. What lies ahead for them as their different ways of thinking, emotions, and lifestyles come together?[/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]MAGICAL DEATHPAIR[/p][p]16 Witches, 8 Couples, Game to escape death... Hunt down the Imposter. Save the world from impending catastrophe. Life and death adventure game for those who love charming witches.[/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]Cthulhu Mythos ADV Lunatic Whispers[/p][p]Immerse yourself in the captivating world of the Cthulhu Mythos with this 2D visual novel game featuring a thrilling TRPG-based experience! Roll the dice and use your skills and luck to escape the abandoned hospital, while experiencing the cosmic terror.[/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]Cthulhu Mythos ADV The Isle Of Ubohoth[/p][p]A horror dice roll adventure inspired by the Cthulhu Mythos. Much like in a tabletop RPG, "abilities," "luck," and "dice rolls" influence the story's progression. The protagonist is cursed on an island in the Seto Inland Sea. Investigate the island, uncover the mysteries, and break the curse![/p][p]*Made by RPG Maker UNITE.[/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]Purgatory -NARAKU-[/p][p]This is a survival horror action game in which a young girl "Enri" tries to escape from a mysterious facility filled with blood and madness.[/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]漢字でGO! 集英社マンガ祭[/p][p]The popular kanji quiz game "Kanji de GO!" teams up with Shueisha manga in a dream collaboration! Challenge yourself with furigana quizzes featuring tricky kanji from a wide range of Shueisha's classic and modern hit manga![/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]Cafe DReAMLAND[/p][p]This is Cafe "DReAMLAND". Grant your "customers'" wishes by serving them drinks mixed with a hint of blasphemy! Cafe simulation x Exploration x Multiple endings Let your choices decide the final outcome.[/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]The Aquarium does not dance Special Edition[/p][p]Navigate your way through an aquarium overrun by gruesome creatures known as creepies and unravel its hidden mysteries. With each riddle you solve, you’ll find yourself one step closer to uncovering the chilling truth of Bianca Aquarium. Your choices affect the outcome of the game, so choose wisely.[/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]Heavy Spoilers RPG: The true identity of the final enemy is the hero's father[/p][p]People across the kingdom are vanishing. Young hero Harold Sageblood is ordered by the king to defeat the mastermind behind it all. Joined by the loyal mage Martha Bethraeor, the hero sets out—seeking answers about his missing father and the truth behind the disappearances.[/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]Please take this opportunity to explore the diverse world of RPG Maker creations.[/p]

Official DLC: Retro 16-bit Pack, SV Plugin & Music Collections!

[p]This week, we’re releasing a plugin that enhances SV battle visuals, a retro-style graphics pack inspired by the ‘90s, and two new music collections!

“SV Equip Sprite Expansion Plugin” expands equipment effects in SV battles, letting you set unique animations for each weapon and apply SV Generator assets directly to specific equipment.

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“PENDANT SERIES: Retro 16-bit Asset Pack I” is a collection of graphic assets inspired by the nostalgic charm of 16-bit games. It includes 60 tileset sheets along with a wide variety of character sprites and background images.

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“Battle and Dungeon Anthems Vol02” is the second volume in this music collection series, perfect for battle and dungeon scenes. It features 10 powerful tracks, including epic orchestral pieces and intense rock-style battle themes.

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“Ben Carter - Harmonic Realms II” is the second volume in a music collection themed around dark and mysterious atmospheres.It includes 17 BGM tracks featuring instruments such as piano and pipe organ, along with 5 sound effects and music effects.

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