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RPG Maker XP

A Role-playing (RPG) game, released in 2004

No Rating🔴Niche / Inactive🥈Proton SilverPC (Microsoft Windows)

RPG MAKER lets you create an original role-playing game without any prior specialized knowledge or training. RPG MAKER XP is full of the functions you've been asking for, including game data encryption and a scripting feature that lets you change the very heart of the RPG MAKER engine. By improving the operating environment, the program can now provide support for a full-colour display and greatly enhanced graphic capabilities. With support for PNG full-color mode and alpha channel, you can adjust the settings for graphic translucency as well as specify the transparent color. RPG Maker XP includes three map layers, allowing you to create complex and layered maps. The program includes a base set of graphics and sounds that you can use and modify at no extra charge. You can also import your own graphics and sounds, making your game truly stand out. RPG MAKER XP is equipped with the Ruby Game Scripting System (RGSS1), based on the Ruby language and customized especially for this program. Though mastering RGSS may take some time, it is a powerful tool in fully customizing your game. You can use RGSS to change how your game looks, feels, sounds and plays. If programming is just not your forte, you can turn to a wide variety of user-created scripts that's shared within the RPG Maker community. RPG MAKER XP is perfect for beginners and experts alike.

Single player

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RPG Maker XP Download Size

The official download size for RPG Maker XP is 0.125 GB. Based on current hardware prices, this installation consumes approximately $0.01 worth of SSD storage space.

Standard Install

File Size

0.125GB

Est. SSD Cost

$0.01USD
100 Mbps
My Internet Speed100 Mbps
Quick Presets

Estimated Time to Install

0 mins

Is RPG Maker XP Dead?

Live player count and server population analysis.

🔴Niche / Inactive
153Players Online

There are currently 153 people playing RPG Maker XP, indicating a niche or private community. Coordinate via Discord for best results.

Current Activity24h Peak: 183.6
Estimated Match Wait: Long Wait / Discord Required
Live Data from SteamAPI

Where is the RPG Maker XP save file?

Manual backup locations for PC, Mac, and Linux.

Manual Backup Required
Copy
%USERPROFILE%\AppData\Local\RPGMakerXP\Saved\SaveGames

How to backup manually on Windows

  1. Press Win + R to open the Run dialog.
  2. Paste the path above and press Enter.
  3. Locate the save files (usually .sav, .json, or similar).
  4. Copy the entire folder to a backup location.
Copy
~/Library/Application Support/RPGMakerXP/Saves

How to backup manually on Mac

  1. Open Finder and press ⌘ + Shift + G.
  2. Paste the path above and click Go.
  3. Locate the save files in the folder.
  4. Duplicate the folder to create a backup.
Copy
~/.local/share/RPGMakerXP/Saves

How to backup manually on Linux

  1. Open a terminal and use cd to navigate to the path.
  2. Or use your file manager and press Ctrl + L to enter the path.
  3. Locate the save files (.sav, .json, or game-specific format).
  4. Copy the folder with cp -r or your file manager.
Source: PCGamingWiki ↗

Is RPG Maker XP Steam Deck Compatible?

SteamOS and Linux Proton performance analysis.

Valve Official🚫Unsupported
Community Rating🥈 Proton Silver

Performance Analysis

RPG Maker XP is playable on Steam Deck, but expect some friction. You might encounter small text or need to manually bring up the keyboard. Cap frame rate at 40FPS for battery life.

Confidence: Moderate
See 15 user configs ↗

Can I Run RPG Maker XP?

PC system requirements - Minimum vs Recommended specs.

To run RPG Maker XP smoothly, your PC needs at least 256 MB RAM RAM and a 1024x768 or better video resolution in True Color mode or equivalent GPU. Plan for 0.125 GB of storage.

Minimum1080p / 30 FPS
  • 💻
    OSMicrosoft® Windows® XP/2000 0 (64-bit OS is NOT supported)
  • ⚡
    CPUPC with 800MHz Intel® Pentium® III equivalent or higher processor
  • 🧠
    RAM128 MB RAM
  • 🎮
    GPU1024x768 or better video resolution in High Color mode
  • 💾
    Storage100 MB available space
Recommended1440p / 60 FPS
  • 💻
    OSMicrosoft® Windows® XP/2000 0 (64-bit OS is NOT supported)
  • ⚡
    CPUPC with 1.5GHz Intel® Pentium® 4 equivalent or higher processor
  • 🧠
    RAM256 MB RAM
  • 🎮
    GPU1024x768 or better video resolution in True Color mode
  • 💾
    Storage500 MB available space
Download Size
0.125 GBSmall

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