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Head-to-head · Game Visual Scripting Software

GDevelop vs RPG Maker

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 1 check side by side
Higher score GDevelop #5 in Game Visual Scripting Software 8.6/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 0 of 2 features Visit GDevelop
RPG Maker #8 in Game Visual Scripting Software 7.9/10 Paid ✓ 0 of 2 features Visit RPG Maker

GDevelop leads on 1 check, RPG Maker on 0, and 0 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 1 yes/no, price and count check where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreGDevelop · 8.6/10
  • Free planonly GDevelop

GDevelop scores higher on our rubric for game visual scripting software: 8.6 against 7.9 out of 10; our editors rank them #5 and #8.

GDevelop offers free plan; RPG Maker doesn't.

GDevelop is the better fit for broad, low-cost 2D/3D game creation. RPG Maker is the better fit for RPG-focused creators needing event scripting.

  • GDevelop fits best

    Broad, low-cost 2D/3D game creation

  • RPG Maker fits best

    RPG-focused creators needing event scripting

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Side by side

Feature GDevelop 8.6/10 Visit ↗ RPG Maker 7.9/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.6 7.9
Ranking #5 in Game Visual Scripting Software #8 in Game Visual Scripting Software
Best for Broad, low-cost 2D/3D game creation RPG-focused creators needing event scripting
Pricing model Free plan + paid Paid
Starting price — $79.99 one-time
Free plan ✓ (best) —
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Desktop, Mobile Desktop
Platforms Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android Web, Windows, macOS
Support Community, Docs Docs, Community
Built for Solo, Small business Solo, Small business
Features GDevelop 0/2 · RPG Maker 0/2
2D game support Not checked yet Not checked yet
3D game support Not checked yet Not checked yet
Specs
Export targets Not checked yet Not checked yet
Code integration Not checked yet Not checked yet
Collaboration features Not checked yet Not checked yet
Runtime licensing Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • No-code event logic with optional JavaScript extensibility
  • 2D and 3D creation with multiplayer tools and live previews
  • Exports to web, desktop, Android, and iOS
  • 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 publishing to Android and desktop is limited to once per day
  • Cloud projects and expanded publishing depend on paid tiers
  • The broad feature set may be more than simple 2D projects need
  • 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

GDevelop is an open-source game engine and editor for creating 2D and 3D games without code. Its event-based visual scripting system is aimed at hobbyists, educators, indie developers, studios, and organizations building interactive…

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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…

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  1. GDevelopGame Visual Scripting Software 8.6Free plan
  2. RPG MakerGame Visual Scripting Software 7.9Paid

Strengths and trade-offs

  • GDevelop — where it wins

    • No-code event logic with optional JavaScript extensibility
    • 2D and 3D creation with multiplayer tools and live previews
    • Exports to web, desktop, Android, and iOS

    Where it doesn't

    • Free publishing to Android and desktop is limited to once per day
    • Cloud projects and expanded publishing depend on paid tiers
    • The broad feature set may be more than simple 2D projects need

  • 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

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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