Good information. Definitely want to participate if I can. :)

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Not a fan of Microsoft but do like the C# language, but still very hesitant about this. Having said that, the open source Monogame/FNA has brought us quite a few games like Bastion, Fez, Skulls of Shogun and more. I think in cases like this were you are for the most part avoiding most of the Windows specific stuff and focusing mostly on the game library it works. Would I make a desktop program(level editor, paint program, etc) or even a mobile app with this? No.

Honestly, it bugs me that effective Microsoft with C# and Oracle with Java, effectively sit on what I find enjoyable game frameworks (libGdx and Monogame/FNA) to use and develop with.

Yes, I know I could use other ones but I enjoy these type of languages and the layout of the libraries. Guess when it comes right down to it don't put all your eggs into one basket regardless if it is something patented or open source. The frameworks you use may die out get changed to require licensing and costs.

Anyways, I guess its a slight move in the right direction, but would require a major move further to make me actually trust Microsoft.

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The editor uses QT already and version 1.1 just hit and they expressed interest on the official forums but no confirmation of course. Just keep in mind this is developed in Japan then translated. So there is a bit more of a delay than usual between updates.

Games are exported as html5 wrapped via node.js. the games already technically work on Linux and there is walk through on the official English forums.

I do agree Godot is a better choice for folks with even a bit of programming knowledge but remember there is an integrated database, event system, plugin system. You don't need any programming knowledge for rpgmaker, unlike godot. Godot being a more general tool has alot higher ceiling game wise and function wise.

Also one nice thing is because it's javascript using pixi.js you can modify the entire engine if you have the ability.

One downside. The performance on android is still subpar.

Also already seen a visual novel and side scrolled built using it. Not commercial yet, but given its javascript, it opens up more possibilities compared to previous rpgmaker.

Plus plugins! My favorite are http://www.yanfly.moe [External Link] but there are alot listed on the official forums.

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Looks fun to me as well, and screenshot!

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Always focus on swords and daggers(rapier) and enjoy breaking alot of urns, you never know if an enemy might be hiding n there. ;)

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Think they chose that era, simply because when you actually finished one of the games you felt a sense of accomplishment. These days, alot of the games are pretty simple to get through and there isn't a whole lot of difficulty to be had.

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Wouldn't mind giving it a go and help with testing on Linux! :)

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Definitely interested as well!

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