About RPG Maker MV
RPG Maker MV is a software product for creating role-playing games for PC. It includes a map editor, character generator, database and event system, and plugin support. The software is designed to be usable by beginners while also offering advanced customization through plugins and scripting.
Key features
- Map Editor with layering function for building towns, dungeons, and worlds
- Character Generator for creating original characters with customizable hair, eyes, clothes, and accessories
- Database for setting character names, stats, appearance, skills, equipment, enemies, and battle states
- Event system using a menu interface to control game progression, display messages, and trigger battles
- Plugin support for extending functionality beyond built-in events
- Test Play feature that allows testing projects without compiling
RPG Maker MV: questions and answers
- What is RPG Maker MV?
- RPG Maker MV provides tools and assets for creating role-playing games for PC.
- Is RPG Maker MV open source?
- No. RPG Maker MV is proprietary (closed-source) software. In the Games & Emulation category, open-source options include Playnite, PaperMC and O3DE.
- What are some alternatives to RPG Maker MV?
- RPG Maker MV competes with Construct 3.
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