- Official DLC: Four Small Sounds Music Packs Are Here! - 8 October 2026
This week sees the release of four music packs from the “Small Sounds” series! Small Sounds Adventure is a music pack created around the concept of using a limited number of instruments. It includes 12 tracks inspired by fields, dungeons such as caves, and vehicles. https://store.steampowered.com/app/5324210/Pixel_Game_Maker_MV__Small_Sounds_Adventure/ https://youtu.be/tPK_TF5f9UM Small Sounds Battle is a music pack created around the concept of using a limited number of instruments. It includes 12 up-tempo tracks designed for battle scenes. https://store.steampowered.com/app/5324220/Pixel_Game_Maker_MV__Small_Sounds_Battle/ https://youtu.be/ynBDvLdAW54 Small Sounds Country is a music pack created around the concept of using a limited number of instruments. It includes 12 tracks inspired by locations such as castles, towns, and other facilities. https://store.steampowered.com/app/532423…
- Official DLC: Orchestral Music Pack for Dark Fantasy Now Available! - 24 September 2026
This week sees the release of a music pack perfect for dark fantasy games! Dusk of the Elves Orchestral Dark fantasy Music Pack is a collection of music featuring powerful orchestral arrangements. It includes nine tracks perfect for dark and serious games. https://store.steampowered.com/app/5246590/Pixel_Game_Maker_MV__Dusk_of_the_Elves_Orchestral_Dark_fantasy_Music_Pack/ https://youtu.be/_gSFegKXYMI
- RPG Maker Special Sale 2026 Is Here! - 28 August 2026
RPG Maker Special Sale 2026 is a special event for everyone who wants to make games!Game development tools including the RPG Maker series and ACTION GAME MAKER, as well as DLC and plugins to help bring your games to life, are available at special prices!・RPG Maker Special Sale 2026https://store.steampowered.com/publisher/gotchagotchagames・Sale PeriodAugust 27, 2026, 10:00 AM – September 9, 2026, 10:00 AM (PT)■DiscountsRPG Maker MZ: 61% OFF — its highest discount to date! ACTION GAME MAKER: 40% OFF! ■Special BundleA special bundle featuring RPG Maker MZ, useful tools, and DLC! This special bundle is packed with items that give you even more ways to bring your ideas to life, including RPG Maker MZ - Action Combat Plugin, which lets you create action games in RPG Maker MZ; RPG Maker MZ - Tileset Builder, a tool for creating and editing pixel-art map assets; and RPG Maker MZ - Windowset Bui…
- Official DLC: Two New Music Packs for Fantasy and Horror Games! - 11 June 2026
This week brings two new music packs: an epic fantasy soundtrack collection and a retro-inspired horror music pack! Depths of the World - Depths Dungeon Sound Pack is a fantasy music collection inspired by exploration areas typically encountered in the middle and later stages of an adventure. The pack includes 12 epic and mysterious tracks with 37 variations, perfect for rich fantasy worlds and deep dungeon exploration. https://store.steampowered.com/app/4790550/Pixel_Game_Maker_MV__Depths_of_the_World__Depths_Dungeon_Sound/ https://youtu.be/-Qwdl2ibsHc Pandora’s Puppet : Retro Horror Music Pack is a retro horror and suspense music collection built around atmospheric synthesizer sounds. It contains six tracks designed to create a mysterious and unsettling mood. https://store.steampowered.com/app/4790700/Pixel_Game_Maker_MV__Pandoras_Puppet__Retro_Horror_Music_Pack/ https://youtu.be/Tcls…
- Official DLC: Nostalgic Horror Music Collection Arrives! - 28 May 2026
This week brings the release of a music collection perfect for mystery and horror projects. “Neon Frostwave Music Pack” is a music collection that captures the eerie nostalgia of late-night atmospheres. It includes six tracks inspired by 1970s?1980s sci-fi, mystery, and horror films and television shows. https://store.steampowered.com/app/4745170/Pixel_Game_Maker_MV__Neon_Frostwave_Music_Pack/ https://youtu.be/5qgiRVNQCd0
- “RPG Maker Festival 2026” goes live today, February 15, at 8:00 PM (JST)! - 15 February 2026
The annual celebration of RPG Maker, RPG Maker Festival 2026, is live from February 10–24, 2026(JST)!To celebrate the festival, we’re streaming a special edition of “RPG Maker Showcase” on YouTube on February 15 (Maker's Day)!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.ProgramLatest RPG Maker series informationRPG Maker Award Winner Announcement & Let's PlayMaking Games with RPG Maker! RPG Maker Community Title HighlightSpecial GuestsJ-monHighGaiHashtag Campaign Everyone who posts their thoughts about RPG Maker Showcase on X will be entered into a drawing to win: RPG Maker MZ RPG MAKER UNITEACTION GAME MAKER How to Enter: Follow our official X account: @RPGMakerSeriesPost your thoughts with the hashtag #RMShowcase2026 Don’t forget to like the video and subscribe to the channel for more upda…
- β Version 1.0.6.14 Release Notes - 13 February 2026
Thank you for using Pixel Game Maker MV.We have released a new beta version, 1.0.6.14.EditorFixed an issue in version 1.0.6.13 where duplicate “Parent Object Instance IDs” were generated when opening the editor.PlayerFixed an issue where “Physics Objects” did not respond to changes in scene gravity.Fixed an issue in Top View mode where the camera view did not follow the object’s facing direction.Fixed an issue that could cause a crash when moving with a specified movement direction.Fixed an issue where the link condition “When leaving the camera range” and the action condition “When approaching the camera” did not function correctly.To apply this Beta version please change the branch to 1.0.6-beta via the Steam library.\Caution: We strongly recommend backing up your project before attempting the following. 1.Go to Steam Library, right click "Pixel Game Maker MV" and select "Properties".…
- Official DLC: Retro RPG-Style BGM Pack Released! - 12 February 2026
This week, a new music pack inspired by classic 1990s pixel-art RPGs is now available. "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/4382190/Pixel_Game_Maker_MV__Retro_RPG_World_BGM_Pack_2/ https://youtu.be/7xHO8XKaBqo
- RPG Maker Festival 2026 has begun! - 9 February 2026
Celebrate RPG Maker Day! RPG Maker Festival 2026 is Now Live!February 15th is officially recognized as "RPG Maker Day", a whole day dedicated to sharing the joy of game creation.To celebrate, we are thrilled to announce the start of the RPG Maker Festival 2026!・RPG Maker Festival 2026https://store.steampowered.com/sale/rpgmakerfestival2026/・RPG Maker Festival 2026 – Event PeriodFrom 10AM on FEB 9, 2026 to 10AM on FEB 23, 2026 (PST)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!■ Special Discount InformationNow is the perfect time to start your game development journey with these limited-time offers:RPG Maker MZ: 60% OFF for the first time!RPG Maker MV: 93% OFFACTION GAME MAKER: 30% OFFExtra Savings: Purchase the RPG Maker MZ & ACTION GAME MAKER Bundle to receive an additi…
- Official DLC: A music pack inspired by crafting-themed RPGs is here! - 27 November 2025
This week, a music pack perfect for fantasy titles is here! “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/4181730/Pixel_Game_Maker_MV__Alchemist_Garden_Music_Pack1/ https://youtu.be/6yPsoF9CuhA
- Official DLC: Two New Music Packs Now Available! - 30 October 2025
This week, two brand-new music packs join the lineup! "Media Maiden's A Little Bit of 8 Bit" features 10 “neo-nostalgic” tracks that fuse retro 8-bit tones with modern pop sensibilities. https://store.steampowered.com/app/4118310/Pixel_Game_Maker_MV__Media_Maidens_A_Little_Bit_of_8_Bit/ https://youtu.be/QZvL4rWCkfo "Media Maiden's Acoustic Vibe" features 11 tracks with an acoustic flavor, mixing elements from various genres to create a diverse collection. https://store.steampowered.com/app/4118320/Pixel_Game_Maker_MV__Media_Maidens_Acoustic_Vibe/ https://youtu.be/xyDWRBV_th8
- RPG Maker Special Sale is Live! Supporting Your Game Development Journey - 6 October 2025
The RPG Maker Special Sale is here to support everyone who wants to start making games—or is already creating them! From the RPG Maker series to the brand-new ACTION GAME MAKER, plus a huge variety of DLC and plugins, everything is available at special discounted prices! ■ Sale Overview During this RPG Maker Special Sale, RPG Maker titles and related products are available for up to 90% OFF! Not only can you grab the essential editors, but you’ll also find plenty of additional assets and powerful plugins to expand your game worlds. Find the tools to take your creations to the next level! Sale Period: October 6, 2025 (Mon) 9:00 AM – October 20, 2025 (Mon) 9:00 AM PDTEvent Page: ■ Featured Titles & DLC RPG Maker MZ – 55% OFF RPG Maker MV – 90% OFF ACTION GAME MAKER – 20% OFF RPG Maker MZ – Card Game Combat Plugin – 20% OFF RPG Maker MZ Dorapika Pixel Map Assets: Modern City – 65% OFF ■ Re…
- Official DLC: Music Collection Inspired by 70s?80s Horror Now Available! - 11 September 2025
This week, a new music collection perfect for horror productions is here. “Slasher 79 Horror BGM Collection” is a music set inspired by horror works from the 1970s and 1980s. It includes 11 tracks that are perfect for creating slightly retro-style horror scenes. https://store.steampowered.com/app/3990900/Pixel_Game_Maker_MV__Slasher_79_Horror_BGM_Collection/ https://youtu.be/XL2vlqxmbyE
- Official DLC: Music pack perfect for dark fantasy now out! - 28 August 2025
This week brings BGM material perfect for dark and moody creations! "Dark Game Music Asset Pack" is a music pack designed to enhance dark fantasy works. It features 24 background tracks suitable for a wide variety of dark scenes. https://store.steampowered.com/app/3956810/Pixel_Game_Maker_MV__Dark_Game_Music_Asset_Pack/ https://youtu.be/NRUsTOz49ZM
- Official DLC: Synthesizer-centric BGM collection released! - 15 May 2025
This week, a collection of songs that will allow you to enjoy the sound of synthesizers! "Media Maiden's SYNTH Music and MORE" is a collection of music that creates a ”beautiful atmosphere unique to synthesizers. It contains BGM from a variety of genres, including songs with vocals. https://store.steampowered.com/app/3712800/Pixel_Game_Maker_MV__Media_Maidens_SYNTH_Music_and_MORE/ https://youtu.be/J8bmN0B6f2Q
- "ACTION GAME MAKER" Exclusive Early Purchase Bundle for PGMMV Owners! - 14 March 2025
A Complete Bundle featuring ACTION GAME MAKER and its predecessor, Pixel Game Maker MV, will be available from June 16 (Mon) PDT! This bundle offers a 10% discount, which can be combined with the 10% launch discount, allowing Pixel Game Maker MV owners to purchase at a 19% discount! This bundle is exclusive to early purchasers and may be discontinued without notice after the launch sale ends.
- Official DLC: A collection of pop and slightly darker songs! - 13 March 2025
This week, “Cute & Dark Music Pack,” a collection of cute and slightly dark background music, is released! It contains 10 tracks, mainly orchestral and synth tracks. https://store.steampowered.com/app/3564920/Pixel_Game_Maker_MV__Cute_and_Dark_Music_Pack/ https://youtu.be/kkXVaU4_NiY
- A Tapestry of Old and New Titles! RPG Maker Festival 2025 Begins! Celebrate Over - 3 February 2025
About RPG Maker Festival 2025 Maker Day (Tsukuru no Hi, February 15th) is the day for recognizing and spreading the joy of making games! To celebrate this day, we are holding the online event 'RPG Maker Festival' again this year! The "RPG Maker Festival" is a grand event with the theme of "Creators and players, everyone is the star!" There'll be new releases and lots of discounts for RPG Maker products, DLCs, and a large number of games created with RPG Maker. This year, the number of participating titles is 1074 games - a record for the event! Don't miss your chance to discover new masterpieces and make some great purchases. Additionally 2025 represents the 5th anniversary for RPG Maker MZ, the 10th anniversary for RPG Maker MV, and the 25th anniversary for RPG Maker 2000! To celebrate these anniversaries, RPG Maker Festival 2025 is spread out over 2 weeks due to all we have planned! W…
- ACTION GAME MAKER release date is set for June 16, 2025! & PV #2 is released! - 3 February 2025
The Next Generation Appears! ACTION GAME MAKER! The release date for ACTION GAME MAKER has been set for Monday, June 16! And a new PV with scenes actually created using ACTION GAME MAKER has been released! Only 4 months left until the release, and we will continue to release further information on the ACTION GAME MAKER Steam News. Let's add to your wish list! Please check out the ACTION GAME MAKER store page for more details. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2987180/ACTION_GAME_MAKER/
- Application Deadline Extended for 'RPG Maker Festival 2025' - 27 December 2024
We are pleased to announce that the application deadline for participation in 'RPG Maker Festival 2025' has been extended to 6:59 AM (PST) on Sunday, January 5, 2025. If you haven’t applied yet, don’t miss this opportunity to join! Applications can be submitted via the URL provided at the bottom of this article. As a special campaign, we will be giving away RPG Maker MV and RPG Maker MV DLC worth approximately 100,000 JPY (approx. 670 USD) to selected participants via a lottery! 2025 marks the 10th anniversary of the release of RPG Maker MV, and to celebrate this milestone, we have prepared a wide selection of DLC to enhance your development experience. For those who have already applied, don’t worry—you are automatically entered into the giveaway, so no further action is required. We look forward to receiving your applications! ============== ■Participation Requirements ･The game is ma…
