RPG Maker MZ News

[p]Under the theme “Don’t Just Play. Create!”,[/p][p]the online event RPG Maker Festival 2026 has been a huge success—and it’s almost over![/p][p][/p][p]Let’s take one more look at the best deals before time runs out.[/p][p][/p][p]RPG Maker Festival 2026 Sale Page[/p][p]https://store.steampowered.com/sale/rpgmakerfestival2026/[/p][p][/p][p]Event Period[/p][p]10AM on FEB 23, 2026 (PT)[/p][p][/p][h2]■ Expand Your Creative Possibilities! Featured DLC on Sale[/h2][p][/p][p]RPG Maker MZ - Card Game Combat Deckbuilder Engine: 55% OFF!
Create roguelike-style card battles in RPG Maker with this powerful plugin—now available at its biggest discount ever!
[dynamiclink][/dynamiclink]RPG Maker MZ – TinyRPG – Hero Printer: 20% OFF!
Easily create pixel-art characters just by selecting parts! With tens of billions of possible combinations.
[dynamiclink][/dynamiclink]RPG Maker MZ - DorapixelMapChips - Modern JP Schools: 40% OFF!
A map asset pack that lets you create an atmospheric Japanese school setting.
[dynamiclink][/dynamiclink]A bundle featuring a wide range of RPG Maker MZ assets by creator Dorapika is also available! Why not take this opportunity to create a game set in modern Japan? [dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][h2]■ Get All Recommended DLC in One Great-Value Bundle!
[/h2][p]2026 MZ FESTIVAL SPECIAL: 60% OFF Bundle Discount! [/p][p]A special bundle including a wide variety of assets along with RPG Maker MZ and RPG Maker MV. All of the recommended DLC listed above is included! Perfect for anyone starting their game development journey now. [dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][h2]
■ Want to Create Action Games Too? Now’s Your Chance!
[/h2][p]ACTION GAME MAKER: 30% OFF (Biggest discount ever!)
[dynamiclink][/dynamiclink]RPG MAKER MZ × ACTION GAME MAKER: 10% OFF Bundle Discount!
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[p]The annual celebration of RPG Maker, RPG Maker Festival 2026, is live from February 10–24, 2026(JST)![/p][p]To celebrate the festival, we’re streaming a special edition of “RPG Maker Showcase” on YouTube on February 15 (Maker's Day)![/p][p]Whether you're curious about RPG Maker or already creating your own games, this stream is packed with exciting content you won’t want to miss.[/p][p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p][/p][h3]Program[/h3]

• [p]Latest RPG Maker series information[/p]
• [p]RPG Maker Award Winner Announcement & Let's Play[/p]
• [p]Making Games with RPG Maker! [/p]
• [p]RPG Maker Community Title Highlight[/p]

[h3]Special Guests[/h3]

• [p]J-mon[/p]
• [p]HighGai[/p]

[h3]Hashtag Campaign [/h3][p]Everyone who posts their thoughts about RPG Maker Showcase on X will be entered into a drawing to win: [/p]

• [p]RPG Maker MZ [/p]
• [p]RPG MAKER UNITE[/p]
• [p]ACTION GAME MAKER [/p]

[p]How to Enter: [/p]

1. [p]Follow our official X account: @RPGMakerSeries[/p]
2. [p]Post your thoughts with the hashtag #RMShowcase2026 Don’t forget to like the video and subscribe to the channel for more updates![/p]

This week, five new DLC packs are now available, including a tool that lets you create custom menu screens, a plugin that adds collection-style features, and a large-volume graphics asset set.


"Custom Menu Editor" is a tool that allows you to create your own custom menus and UI. You can preview and apply changes in real time while viewing the game screen, greatly improving your development efficiency.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/4378980/RPG_Maker_MZ__Custom_Menu_Editor/


"UNDERMAX - STAMPS ALBUM PLUGIN" is a plugin that adds a stamp collection feature to your game. It includes an album that visually displays collected stamps as well as a completion rate display, making it ideal for adding collection elements to your game.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/4378970/RPG_Maker_MZ__UNDERMAX__STAMPS_ALBUM_PLUGIN/


"VisuStella Worlds: Fantasy Realms" is a graphics asset pack that lets you create a wide variety of fantasy settings, including lively towns, caves, and grasslands. This large-volume DLC includes tile sets, character assets, window skins, and icon sets.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/4378960/RPG_Maker_MZ__VisuStella_Worlds_Fantasy_Realms/


"SERIALGAMES Japan travel spots ONSENTown SET" is a tile set themed around Japanese travel destinations. As the second installment in the series, this pack allows you to create traditional townscapes inspired by hot spring resort areas.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/4378950/RPG_Maker_MZ__SERIALGAMES_Japan_travel_spots_ONSENTown_SET/


”Retro RPG World BGM Pack 2" is the second installment in a music asset pack inspired by classic 1990s-style RPGs. It features a large collection of 78 tracks, covering essential RPG scenes such as battles, dungeons, towns, and field maps.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/4378940/RPG_Maker_MZ__Retro_RPG_World_BGM_Pack_2/
https://youtu.be/7xHO8XKaBqo

[p]Celebrate RPG Maker Day! RPG Maker Festival 2026 is Now Live![/p][p]February 15th is officially recognized as "RPG Maker Day", a whole day dedicated to sharing the joy of game creation.[/p][p]To celebrate, we are thrilled to announce the start of the RPG Maker Festival 2026![/p][p]https://store.steampowered.com/sale/rpgmakerfestival2026/[/p][p][/p][p]This massive online event features incredible discounts on the RPG Maker series and all its DLC, along with showcasing many amazing titles created by our community![/p][p][/p][h3]■ Special Discount Information[/h3][p]Now is the perfect time to start your game development journey with these limited-time offers:[/p][p][/p][p]RPG Maker MZ: 60% OFF for the first time![/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]RPG Maker MV: 93% OFF[/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]ACTION GAME MAKER: 30% OFF[/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]Extra Savings: Purchase the RPG Maker MZ & ACTION GAME MAKER Bundle to receive an additional 10% OFF![/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p][/p][h3]■ RPG Maker MZ "Free Weekend"[/h3][p]Curious about game dev? [/p][p]We are hosting a Free Weekend for RPG Maker MZ! During this period, you can experience every feature of the engine for free.[/p][p]Discover the fun of building your own world, and if you love it, grab it at a huge discount during the festival![/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p][/p][h3]■ Vampire Survivors × ACTION GAME MAKER Bundle[/h3][p]We are proud to announce a special collaboration! [/p][p]Pick up the Vampire Survivors × ACTION GAME MAKER Bundle for an extra 10% discount.[/p][p]This bundle is available exclusively for the duration of the RPG Maker Festival 2026 - don’t miss out on this legendary pairing![/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p][/p][h3]■ Explore 1,000+ Games Made with RPG Maker[/h3][p]The festival isn’t just about the tools! [/p][p]There's more than 1,000 games created with RPG Maker that are participating in this year's event![/p][p]From hidden gems to acclaimed indie hits, take a look and we're sure you'll find your next favorite game. [/p][p]Many of these titles are also available at special sale prices![/p][p]https://store.steampowered.com/sale/rpgmakerfestival2026/?tab=2[/p][p][/p][p][/p]

[h2]The winners of the inaugural game awards, “RPG Maker Award 2026,” have been decided![/h2][p][/p][p][/p][h3]■Grand Prize Winner[/h3][p]Selected from 215 entries, the Grand Prize goes to “Artis Impact”![/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]Created by Mas, Artis Impact is a turn-based RPG set in a future world where humans and AI coexist.[/p][p]Featuring warm, pixel-art environments and stylish battle presentations, the game has received high praise from players for its artwork and direction.[/p][p]It greatly expands the creative possibilities of the RPG Maker series.[/p][p][/p][p]Artis Impact[/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p][/p][h3]■Excellence Awards & Special Award[/h3][p]The Excellence Awards, selected by genre, as well as the Special Award, selected by Gotcha Gotcha Games, are as follows:[/p][p][/p][h3]- Excellence Awards[/h3][p][/p][p]Best RPG Award: Beloved Rapture[/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]Best Adventure Award: Flower in Us[/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]Best Action Award: Creepy Creepy Love[/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]Best Simulation Award: DRAPLINE[/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]Best Free Game Award: Buy a Croquette![/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]Best Free Game Award: Saihate Station[/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]Best Comment Award: Heroines of Swords & Spells 2[/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]Best Comment Award: 7 Days[/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p][/p][h3]- Special Award[/h3][p][/p][p]Seed of Nostalgia[/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p][/p][p]Gotcha Gotcha Games will host the online event “RPG Maker Festival 2026” starting February 10, 2026.[/p][p]Award-winning titles that are currently available for purchase can also be bought during the event, with select titles offered at discounted prices.[/p][p][/p][p]RPG Maker Festival 2026 – Event Period[/p][p]From 10AM on FEB 9, 2026 to 10AM on FEB 23, 2026 (PT)[/p]