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RPG Maker 2025 Game Jam FAQ Sticky

A topic by ggg_gamejam created Feb 27, 2025 Views: 11,307 Replies: 207
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Hi! Is it okay to submit the game I make for this jam into another game jam? The themes will be there for both and they both jams run the same time frame.

Host

Yep, there should be no problems.

Awesome, thank you!

Submitted

Hi there, just wanted to clarify something that somebody else already asked sort of. I was planning on making a game showing off the mechanics of my main WIP for the jam, is it okay to do that so long as I, for example, use my other WIP's common events as a template rather than copy-pasting? Also just in general is it okay to do a game that is sort of a showcase of mechanics for a future game? It has a separate story and characters, it's just based around the same farming system and world.

Host

Yes, that’s fine! As long as you’re not copy-pasting existing event data and are building everything new during the jam.

Submitted

Thank you!

Hello, it’s my first time participating in this sort of event and I just want to ask about the development rule for the game jam. Since the game must be developed within a one-month period, how will that be monitored. Are participants required to create a game page early in the jam to track progress or is it acceptable to create and upload the game only once it’s finished. 

Host

We won’t be actively monitoring development progress, so you’re free to create and upload your game only when it’s finished.

Thanks!

Submitted

Hello. Where can we see the games submitted for this jam? I usually see them on the jam's page and was just hoping to see the works of others. its fine if they wont be displayed here until the end. Thank you for any answers

Host(+1)

The submissions are going to be displayed at a later time near the jam's end.

(2 edits)

Are you allowed to submit one part of a whole game? If it was the first "Chapter" of the game, would that be breaking any rules? Or would a demo for a game be more acceptable?

Host

Your game does not have to be finished for submission. As long as it's 15 minutes minimum, it should be fine.

Is the use of MKXP allowed?

Host

Yes it is. It does not interfere with normal RPG Maker XP operations.

Submitted

Hello, i have few question about the rules

  • I'm not native English, and my English it's a bit rough, i can use chat gpt / or other websites  to help me for the translation?
  • I can use a free plugin for my jam project? I must credit them? Even though they are super simple and do not change the gameplay of the game?

Thanks :)

Host

Yes, it’s totally fine to use ChatGPT or other tools to help with translation. You can also use free plugins in your project; just make sure you have the right to use them and include proper credit.

Submitted (3 edits)

Hello! I have a question:
Will the judges give priority to the windows version if there is a browser version?

I want to add a browser version ON TOP of the windows one, but RPG Maker is hard to optimize for browser (my last browser project sometimes crashed at launch), so I'm worried the experience might get compromised a little.

Host (1 edit) (+1)

The judges will prioritize the Windows version for evaluation, so you don’t need to worry if the browser version isn’t optimized. You’re welcome to include both, but only the Windows version will judged.

Host(+1)

The judges will prioritize the Windows version for evaluation, so you don’t need to worry if the browser version isn’t optimized. You’re welcome to include both, but only the Windows version will judged.

Submitted

If I don't win the prize or have any monetary gain, my game is considered non-commercial, right? If so, can I use assets that only allows non-commercial use?

Host

If your game does not win a prize or generate any revenue, it would be considered non-commercial. In that case, you can use assets that allow non-commercial use only.

Hello! Just to confirm, are mods that overhaul quite a bit of RPG maker (such as yanfly) allowed (assuming that we follow proper ToS rules)?

Host

Yes, mods like Yanfly’s are allowed as long as you follow the terms of use and properly credit them.

Hello! My team is using RPG Maker 2003, and we were wondering if the use of RPG Maker patches such as the Maniac's Patch or DYN RPG is allowed.
We want to use certain features of the patch to simplify eventing. Would that disqualify us from the Jam?

Host(+1)

Yes, both Maniac’s Patch and DYN RPG are allowed, as long as you’re using them with the official Steam version of RPG Maker 2003.

Awesome! Thank you

Submitted (1 edit)

Hello! 2 questions: 

- Can I use http://charas-project.net/charas2/index.php for my 2k3 submission?

- Will the judging process be livestreamed or recorded somewhere? I would love to watch along and see all the submissions in one go!
(I have seen game jam submissions be livestreamed in Discord group call, for example)

Thanks!

Host(+1)

Yes, you can use Charas-Project for your RPG Maker 2003 submission.

As for judging, some of the judges do plan on livestreaming entries. We’ll have more details on that soon!

Submitted (2 edits)

Hi! I also wish to ask regarding the ESRB Teen rating: Are swear words okay? Not excessive, but occasional F words here and there, cursing, or any obscene language for aggressive expressions and such? Of course, nothing that's meant to be derogatory or discriminatory to any group of people.

Host

Occasional strong language, including the F-word, is fine under an ESRB Teen rating as long as it’s not excessive.

Submitted

thank youuu!!

Is it okay to make the art with limited colors like the gameboy?

Host

Yes, using a limited color palette like the Game Boy’s style is totally fine!

Submitted

It says a windows compatible version is required... 

Does this mean a downloadable windows versions,
or is a HTML5 game that can be played on windows also allowed? 

Host(+1)

A downloadable Windows version is required. HTML5 builds are optional but not a substitute.

Submitted

Yeah, I realized too late that it was a stupid question. :p How is anyone going to check if anyone made this game within the jam if they can't access the files. But it is good to know I can upload both, so that is what I will do. Thank you very much, and have a great jam.

Another question GGG_Gamejam

When we submit our games, should the text file(credits) and the folder of our of rpgmaker game be included in some sort of zip or compressed file? Do you have any preference on how these should be packaged?

Host(+1)

Yes, please include your game folder and credits text file in a zip file or compressed folder for submission.

Thank you, I will keep in mind!

Are we allowed to use prexisting assets that we made ourself such as visuals and music? :0

Host

Yes you can. Please refer to the FAQ post for more details.

Submitted

Just wondering: considering everyone has different tastes in games and would judge things differently, are each of the games going to be played and scored by multiple judges? Or is the score given by one judge going to completely determine the outcome for a singular game?

Host

Please refer to this topic for the judging details.

Submitted

I don't see anything on the post about how many judges are evaluating each game :(

Host(+1)

The specifics of how many judges play each game are something we’re currently discussing internally, but that part of the process won’t be shared publicly. That said, we’re doing our best to ensure judging is as fair and balanced as possible for all entries!

Submitted

awesome, thank you!

Submitted

Another question, just wanted to make sure it's okay if I have someone help test the game before I submit it other than myself. It would only be one person helping with debugging, so I figure that counts as someone on my team, but I just wanted to make sure since we aren't supposed to distribute the game before judging begins.

Host

The only requirement is that actual game development is done within the jam duration. We do not limit distribution and you can send your game to people to debug!

Submitted

Awesome, thank you!

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