RPG Maker Alternatives

RPG Maker is described as 'Create 2D top-down role-playing games using map, tile and sprite editors, traditional JRPG mechanics, character and dialog tools, and custom scripting support' and is a popular game development tool in the development category. There are more than 50 alternatives to RPG Maker for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Linux, Mac, Web-based and Android apps. The best RPG Maker alternative is Godot Engine, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like RPG Maker are GDevelop, Open RPG Maker, Scratch and GB Studio.

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RPG Maker alternatives are mainly Game Development Tools, but if you're looking for Role-playing Games or IDEs you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Free, Open Source, Free + Role-playing Games, Android Tablet, iPhone, Linux and Mac. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to RPG Maker.
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  1. Stencyl icon
     70 likes

    Stencyl isn't your average game creation software; it's a gorgeous, intuitive toolset that accelerates your workflow and then gets out of the way. We take care of the essentials, so you can focus on what's important - making your game yours.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
  2. WOLF RPG Editor is a game construction tool that can create complex role playing games. It is often regarded as being aimed at advanced users, so keep this in mind if you intend to use it. It was developed by SmokingWOLF (SilverSecond) in Japan.

    6 WOLF RPG Editor alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  3. Make your own Role Playing Games, fast, easy and for free.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • iPad
     
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    Comments about RPG Playground as an Alternative to RPG Maker
    Top Positive Comment
    Guest
    3

    It runs online in your web browser, and is free. It's also easier to use.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
    1

    Free extremely easy to use and amazing artwork and easy coding language

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    PixlTemp
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    2

    Though I use RPG Maker VX Ace the most, RPG Playground is an excellent alternative. Lacking some features, but I'm sure it will have them soon. The developer is very talkative and takes everyone's suggestions. I'm sure it will grow into an amazing game creation website one day.

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    • Almost everyone thinks RPG Playground is a great RPG Maker alternative.

    • RPG Playground is Free and ProprietaryRPG Maker is Paid and Proprietary
  4. ENIGMA, the Extensible Non-Interpreted Game Maker Augmentation, is an open source cross-platform game development environment derived from that of the popular software GameMaker Legacy.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
     
  5. Pixelbox icon
     6 likes

    Pixelbox is an HTML5/JavaScript, 2D game engine inspired by fantasy consoles like PICO-8. Besides a framework geared toward fast prototyping, Pixelbox also includes tile, level, music and sound editors.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
  6. MAGE icon
     2 likes

    MAGE stands for MAKE A GAME EXPERIENCE

    The goal for MAGE is to make it as easy as possible for people to create their own 3D universes, adventures and stories. PLAY WHILE YOU CREATE!.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
  7. OHRRPGCE icon
     6 likes

    The OHRRPGCE is a free open-source, cross-platform (Windows, Mac and GNU/Linux), and easy-to-use utility with which you can create your own 2D RPG game in a style similar to the classic Final Fantasy games on the NES, SNES and GBA which have so shaped the RPG genre.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
  8. [Multimedia Fusion 2 has been replaced by Clickteam Fusion 2.5.]

    Game and software creation has never been easier or quicker than with Clickteam Fusion 2.5!

    With Fusion 2.5’s amazing event editor system you are able to quickly generate games or apps.

    Within your first hour you.

    66 ClickTeam Fusion alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  9. RPG Toolkit icon
     10 likes

    The RPG Toolkit is a free, open source project delivering a simple, flexible and powerful tool for the creation of role-playing games on your personal computer.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
     
  10. Whimtale icon
     2 likes

    Whimtale is a small game engine and a fantasy console for making interactive stories where you can navigate the worlds you create and talk with stuff!.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
     
  11. Phaser Editor icon
     6 likes

    Phaser Editor is a tool for HTML5 games creation. It provides several built-in editors for texture packing, JavaScript coding, Assets management, and 2D level building.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
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