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RPG Maker 2003 Now Officially Available on Steam in English

Do you have an interest in retro RPGs? Have you ever wanted to create your own?

April 24th, 2015 – The much-anticipated official release of RPG Maker 2003, one of the most celebrated role-playing game development engines ever, is finally here! This staple of the RPG Maker series requires no programming knowledge and is highly affordable, allowing virtually anyone to create their ideal RPG for both commercial and noncommercial use. Find out more information on Steam or on the RPG Maker website.

RPG Maker 2003 revolutionized the series last decade by incorporating a sideview battle system similar to the classic RPGs of the 1990s. Combined with a charming 16-bit visual presentation and a straightforward user interface, RPG Maker 2003 has been on the wishlist of many retro RPG enthusiasts for years. Hundreds of aspiring game developers have petitioned for its official release, which has finally arrived.

Sharing a game with friends is easy: developers simply have to use the built-in exporter, which creates an easily transferable .exe file. Plus, games made with RPG Maker 2003 can be sold as long as the creator holds the appropriate rights and permissions!

Here is the promotional video:

RPG Maker 2003 released today, April 24th and is available on Steam for only $19.99, making it the most affordable engine in the series available in English. Unleash your passion for retro RPGs and forge your dream game with RPG Maker 2003!

Source: Press Release

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