Construct 3 vs RPG Maker

Construct 34.8Visit RPG Maker3.8Visit

Higher score Construct 3 #2 in Game Visual Scripting Software 4.8/10 Free plan · paid from $9.99/user/mo Free plan✓ 0 of 2 features Visit Construct 3

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RPG Maker #8 in Game Visual Scripting Software 3.8/10 From $79.99 ✓ 0 of 2 features Visit RPG Maker

• Construct 3 fits best

  Cross-platform creators needing multiplayer

• RPG Maker fits best

  RPG-focused creators needing event scripting

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Side by side

Feature	Construct 3 4.8/10 Visit ↗	RPG Maker 3.8/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score	4.8	3.8
Ranking	#2 in Game Visual Scripting Software	#8 in Game Visual Scripting Software
Best for	Cross-platform creators needing multiplayer	RPG-focused creators needing event scripting
Pricing model	Free plan + paid	Paid
Starting price	Not published	Not published
Free plan	✓ (best)	—
Free trial	—	—
Deployment	Cloud, Desktop, Mobile	Desktop
Platforms	Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android	Web, Windows, macOS
Support	Email, Docs	Docs, Community
Built for	Solo, Small business, Mid-market	Solo, Small business
Features Construct 3 0/2 · RPG Maker 0/2
2D game support	Not published	Not published
3D game support	Not published	Not published
Specs
Export targets	Not published	Not published
Code integration	Not published	Not published
Collaboration features	Not published	Not published
Runtime licensing	Not published	Not published
Our review
Pros	Event sheets pair visual logic with JavaScript and TypeScript. Exports to web, mobile, desktop, and Xbox UWP/WebView2. Real-time multiplayer tools use WebRTC.	Menu-driven events support NPCs, puzzles, and game progression MZ includes maps, assets, battles, plugins, and commercial licensing MV supports Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, and HTML5 export
Cons	Free Edition limits event, layer, and effects counts. Multiplayer creation is unavailable in the Free Edition. The editor is closed source and focused on 2D development.	The workflow is specialized around role-playing games MZ and MV each cost $79.99 one-time Advanced customization depends on JavaScript plugins and scripting
Our verdict	Construct 3 is a browser-based 2D game engine for indie developers, educators, hobbyists, and teams. Its event-sheet system represents game logic through conditions and actions, while JavaScript and TypeScript support more direct… Read the review →	RPG Maker is a family of game engines for creating role-playing games through map editors, event-based logic, databases, battle systems, character tools, assets, and plugins. It is designed for beginners and experienced developers, with a… Read the review →

Strengths and trade-offs

• Construct 3 — where it wins

  • Event sheets pair visual logic with JavaScript and TypeScript.
  • Exports to web, mobile, desktop, and Xbox UWP/WebView2.
  • Real-time multiplayer tools use WebRTC.

  Where it doesn't

  • Free Edition limits event, layer, and effects counts.
  • Multiplayer creation is unavailable in the Free Edition.
  • The editor is closed source and focused on 2D development.

• RPG Maker — where it wins

  • Menu-driven events support NPCs, puzzles, and game progression
  • MZ includes maps, assets, battles, plugins, and commercial licensing
  • MV supports Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, and HTML5 export

  Where it doesn't

  • The workflow is specialized around role-playing games
  • MZ and MV each cost $79.99 one-time
  • Advanced customization depends on JavaScript plugins and scripting

• Construct 34.8/10 · Free plan · paid from $9.99/user/mo

  A flexible 2D engine for cross-platform creators who need visual logic and multiplayer tools.

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• RPG Maker3.8/10 · From $79.99

  A focused RPG creation suite with accessible event scripting and broad export options.

  Visit RPG MakerFull verdict →