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RPG Maker Festival 2026 has begun!

[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][/p][p]・RPG Maker Festival 2026[/p][p]https://store.steampowered.com/sale/rpgmakerfestival2026/[/p][p][/p][p]・RPG Maker Festival 2026 – Event Period[/p][p]From 10AM on FEB 9, 2026 to 10AM on FEB 23, 2026 (PST)[/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][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][p][/p]

“RPG Maker Award 2026” Winners Announced!

[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]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]

Official DLC: Massive Retro-Style Asset Packs and Music Collections Are Here!

This week, we’re releasing a large-volume asset pack that lets you recreate retro game–style cityscapes, along with tilesets for creating colorful urban environments and a variety of music packs!

"Pocket Pixel: Basic Asset Pack" is a content-rich collection packed with retro pixel art assets.
With tilesets, walking animations, system graphics, and more, this single pack lets you recreate the nostalgic look and feel of classic games.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/4337410/RPG_Maker_MV__Pocket_Pixel_Basic_Asset_Pack/


"NEONPIXEL MEGA CITY SET" is the latest entry in the popular tileset series.
In addition to creating cityscapes such as historic downtown areas and modern urban districts, the pack also includes character animation assets like cargo ships and moving trucks.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/4337420/RPG_Maker_MV__NEONPIXEL_MEGA_CITY_SET/


"Breakthrough Battle Tracks!" is a music pack designed to heighten the intensity of battle scenes.
It features 6 tracks spanning a variety of genres, covering everything from standard encounters to climactic boss battles.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/4337380/RPG_Maker_MV__Breakthrough_Battle_Tracks/
https://youtu.be/mPB0wbcUvMs


"ORCHESTRAL BGM COMPLETE PACK" is an orchestral music collection perfect for sword-and-sorcery RPGs.
It includes 38 background music tracks and 17 musical effects, covering a wide range of scenarios such as battles, casinos, ships, and themes of evil.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/4337390/RPG_Maker_MV__ORCHESTRAL_BGM_COMPLETE_PACK/
https://youtu.be/l6Boexy8hso

Official DLC: New Animation Packs and Character Assets Now Available!

This week, we’re releasing animation effect packs that bring extra impact to battle scenes, along with new character assets focused on walking graphics, and the third installment of the Door Tilesets series.


"MEGA FANTASY Pixel Effect Pack" is a sprite animation asset pack featuring a retro pixel-art style.
It also comes with sample files containing 120 pre-made animations, making it easy to use right away.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/4251770/RPG_Maker_MV__MEGA_FANTASY_Pixel_Effect_Pack/
https://youtu.be/Q_HiTUmB0JQ


"REFMAP Fantasy Character Pack 4" is the fourth volume in the walking character and SV battler asset series.
Volume 4 includes 36 characters, mainly inspired by snowy kingdoms and people working in castles.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/4251790/RPG_Maker_MV__REFMAP_Fantasy_Character_Pack_4/


"SERIALGAMES LivingGoodCity Japanese City NPC SET 1" is an asset pack focused on background NPCs suitable for everyday scenes in modern Japan.
It works especially well when combined with other titles in the SERIALGAMES LivingGoodCity series.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/4251780/RPG_Maker_MV__SERIALGAMES_LivingGoodCity_Japanese_City_NPC_SET_1/


"NATHUHARUCA Door Tilesets 3" is the third installment in the door-themed tileset series, featuring large and distinctive doors.
This pack includes 20 designs (160 variations across 52 sheets), such as tropical arches covered in lush plants and gates for secret bases.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/4251800/RPG_Maker_MV__NATHUHARUCA_Door_Tilesets_3/

RPG Maker Series Up to 90% OFF & Best-Selling Products Highlighted!

[p]Thank you for your continued support of the RPG Maker series.[/p][p]During the Winter Sale, we’re offering major discounts on popular titles and best-selling DLC![/p][p][/p][h3]Sale Period[/h3][p]Ends: January 5, 2026, 9:00 AM (GMT-8)[/p][p][/p][h3]🔥 Featured Deals (Special Discounts)[/h3]
  • [p]RPG Maker MZ55% OFF[/p]
  • [p]RPG Maker MV85% OFF[/p]
  • [p]RPG Maker MV Bundle85% OFF[/p]
[p]RPG Maker MZ, loved for its ease of use and flexibility, along with RPG Maker MV, are both available at great prices! These are perfect picks for newcomers and experienced creators alike. [/p][p][/p][h3]Even More Savings with Bundles[/h3][p]2025 MZ Winter Special[/p][p]This bundle lets you get four powerful creation tools at once — RPG Maker MV, MV Trinity Resource Pack, FES Resource Pack, and DS Resource Pack — along with additional utility tools and assets. Enjoy an extra 55% OFF with this special bundle. [/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]2025 MV Winter Special[/p][p]The MV Trinity Resource Pack includes a full editor’s worth of assets such as maps, characters, and enemies, with expanded themes like Asian-inspired styles to spark new game ideas. SAKAN allows you to create original tilesets by combining over 1,000 different parts. This bundle is available at an extra 39% OFF. [/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]Whether you’re starting a brand-new project or looking to expand your asset library, don’t miss this opportunity![/p][p]We hope your game development journey becomes even more fun and comfortable. Happy creating! 🎮✨[/p][p][/p]