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Learning RPG Maker 2003 Devlog! (6/11/25)


Yes, you read that correctly. I’m starting to learn RPG Maker 2003! It’s fun so far.

As of right now, I’ve been able to make transitions, make a working chest, an item shop and some sort of inn. I still need to work on stuff like magic and whatnot, but I am making some good progress. ChatGPT has also been incredibly helpful for most of this.

(Unrelated note, today and yesterday made me feel emotional for an idea I’ve had for an achievement.)

I hope to be able to make some pretty good maps and layouts as well. Right now I have a test map for all of these little lessons.

As for animations, I have to figure that out as well. I have access to sheets, it’s just that I have to meticulously plot one pixel at a time. Hopefully I will be able to share some more progress.

In addition, I am also starting an enemy spreadsheet. I know, I know, I should focus on finishing one spreadsheet before the next, but I wanted to start one.

TLDR, I’m learning RPG Maker 2003, can do some stuff right now in the engine, and have done a few more things.

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