RPG Maker U2U now has an official Steam page! The new Steam includes new information about RPG Maker U2U, including the latest screenshots that give the first look at the Event system! Inspiring developers can now visit the Steam page and Wishlist the development tools today!
—Event Editor
—Database / Actor Panel
Additional details are covered in the latest Producer Letter, available from the official RPG Maker U2U account on Twitter or the RPG Maker U2U Steam page!
Other Key Features
P2D Map Editor lets anyone create detailed P2D maps quickly and easily with familiar RPG Maker-style controls.
This specialized editor makes building rich P2D maps accessible without any advanced 3D knowledge. Users can rapidly place pre-made objects for speed, or assemble objects from scratch for greater control, while also decorating them with classic 2D RPG Maker map tiles. Over 100 ready-to-use P2D maps are included for immediate game development.
RPG Maker U2U will launch as a simple standalone Steam app with no Unity installation required, keeping the familiar MZ-style workflows.
RPG Maker U2U will distribute as a fully standalone product on Steam, so users do not need to install the Unity engine, Unity Hub, or create a Unity ID. It installs and launches just like RPG Maker MV or MZ. Core systems such as the Event editor, database, and battle settings closely follow RPG Maker MZ, allowing experienced users to feel immediately at home while new users benefit from the simplified setup. Combined with the new P2D map system, this makes RPG Maker U2U an accessible and powerful next step for both newcomers and longtime RPG Maker creators.
P2D maps in RPG Maker U2U unlock true eight-direction movement and rich vertical exploration with minimal extra asset work.
Players can freely move in eight directions across P2D maps instead of being limited to the classic four. Standard 4-direction character sprites are automatically mapped to the diagonal directions, so creators don’t need to prepare special diagonal assets. The system also emphasizes depth and height using stairs, slopes, ladders, overpasses, and underpasses to build multi-level maps that feel rewarding to explore, from high peaks to deep valleys.
Key Visual Released
Gotcha Gotcha Games is also pleased to reveal the key visual for RPG Maker U2U for the first time!
The character design and illustration was handled by Japanese illustrator, Namaniku ATK! It captures the spirit of RPG Maker U2U wonderfully.
Official Twitter Account
Please follow the official RPG Maker U2U account on Twitter to keep up with the latest information!
