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[[File:Logo of Gotcha Gotcha Games.png|thumb|Logo of [[Gotcha Gotcha Games]]]] |
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'''Gotcha Gotcha Games''' is a Japanese video game developer and publisher based in Fujimi, Chiyoda, Tokyo. Established on September 1, 2020, the studio operates as a subsidiary of Kadokawa Corporation |
'''Gotcha Gotcha Games''' is a Japanese video game developer and publisher based in [[Fujimi, Saitama|Fujimi]], [[Chiyoda, Tokyo|Chiyoda]], [[Tokyo]]. Established on September 1, 2020, the studio operates as a subsidiary of [[Kadokawa Corporation]]. |
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== Overview == |
== Overview == |
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Gotcha Gotcha Games is recognized for its contributions to the RPG Maker series, which allows users to create their own role-playing games. The studio is also involved in developing tools for game creation, such as the Action Game Maker and the Pixel Game Maker series.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |date=2021-12-23 |title=Gotcha Gotcha Games |url=https://www.gematsu.com/companies/kadokawa-corporation/gotcha-gotcha-games |access-date=2024-11-03 |website=Gematsu |language=en-US}}</ref><ref name=":1">{{Cite web |title=RPG Maker Official {{!}} Gotcha Gotcha Games |url=https://rpgmakerofficial.com/ |access-date=2024-11-03 |website=RPG Maker Official {{!}} Gotcha Gotcha Games |language=ja}}</ref> |
Gotcha Gotcha Games is recognized for its contributions to the RPG Maker series, which allows users to create their own [[Role-playing game|role-playing games]]. The studio is also involved in developing tools for game creation, such as the [[Action Game Maker]] and the [[Pixel Game Maker MV|Pixel Game Maker]] series.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |date=2021-12-23 |title=Gotcha Gotcha Games |url=https://www.gematsu.com/companies/kadokawa-corporation/gotcha-gotcha-games |access-date=2024-11-03 |website=Gematsu |language=en-US}}</ref><ref name=":1">{{Cite web |title=RPG Maker Official {{!}} Gotcha Gotcha Games |url=https://rpgmakerofficial.com/ |access-date=2024-11-03 |website=RPG Maker Official {{!}} Gotcha Gotcha Games |language=ja}}</ref> |
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== Notable |
== Notable releases == |
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*RPG Maker |
*[[RPG Maker]]: This entry in the RPG Maker series was released on October 11, 2024, for the [[Nintendo Switch]], with planned releases for [[PlayStation 5]] and [[PlayStation 4]] set for early 2025. |
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*[[Pixel Game Maker MV]]: A development tool aimed at enabling users to craft sideview or top-down action games. |
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*[[Action Game Maker]]: A development tool aimed at enabling users to craft action games. |
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*RPG Maker Unite: A platform that provides more extensive tools for game creation, allowing for greater customization and creativity.<ref name=":1" /> |
*[[RPG Maker|RPG Maker Unite]]: A platform that provides more extensive tools for game creation, allowing for greater customization and creativity.<ref name=":1" /> |
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== Guidelines == |
== Guidelines == |
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Gotcha Gotcha Games updated their terms and conditions as of October 8, 2024, enabling users to utilize provided assets within their games provided that they adhere to several key rules. Under the new terms, assets may be freely used in game projects, but redistributing them outside the RPG Maker environment is prohibited. Developers looking to monetize their games must comply with licensing agreements, including proper attribution and restrictions against standalone asset distribution. While users can modify assets, these changes must remain within the context of the game, and modified assets cannot be shared separately.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-04-27 |title=RPG Maker Official {{!}} Gotcha Gotcha Games |url=https://rpgmakerofficial.com/en/support/rule/ |access-date=2024-11-03 |website=RPG Maker Official {{!}} Gotcha Gotcha Games |language=en}}</ref> |
Gotcha Gotcha Games updated their terms and conditions as of October 8, 2024, enabling users to utilize provided assets within their games provided that they adhere to several key rules. Under the new terms, assets may be freely used in game projects, but redistributing them outside the RPG Maker environment is prohibited. Developers looking to monetize their games must comply with licensing agreements, including proper attribution and restrictions against standalone asset distribution. While users can modify assets, these changes must remain within the context of the game, and modified assets cannot be shared separately.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-04-27 |title=RPG Maker Official {{!}} Gotcha Gotcha Games |url=https://rpgmakerofficial.com/en/support/rule/ |access-date=2024-11-03 |website=RPG Maker Official {{!}} Gotcha Gotcha Games |language=en}}</ref> |
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== Future |
== Future prospects == |
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As of 2024, Gotcha Gotcha Games is continuing to develop the RPG Maker brand and its other creative platforms.<ref name=":0" /><ref name=":1" /> The company is currently developing Action Game Maker, set for release in 2025. This successor to Pixel Game Maker MV integrates the [[Godot (game engine)|Godot Engine]], enhancing accessibility and providing users with modern tools like tile map editors, dynamic lighting, and a richer 2D animation pipeline. It also bridges visual scripting with [[GDScript]] for advanced users, making it suitable for a wider range of game creators.<ref>{{Cite web |title="A Maker Series First: A new Godot-based ACTION GAME MAKER in development for 2025!" - Games Press |url=https://www.gamespress.com/A-Maker-Series-First-A-new-Godot-based-ACTION-GAME-MAKER-in-developmen |access-date=2024-11-17 |website=www.gamespress.com}}</ref> |
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As of 2024, Gotcha Gotcha Games is continuing to develop the RPG Maker brand and its other creative platforms.<ref name=":0" /><ref name=":1" /> |
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==References== |
==References== |
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Latest revision as of 10:52, 23 November 2024
Gotcha Gotcha Games is a Japanese video game developer and publisher based in Fujimi, Chiyoda, Tokyo. Established on September 1, 2020, the studio operates as a subsidiary of Kadokawa Corporation.
Overview
[edit]Gotcha Gotcha Games is recognized for its contributions to the RPG Maker series, which allows users to create their own role-playing games. The studio is also involved in developing tools for game creation, such as the Action Game Maker and the Pixel Game Maker series.[1][2]
Notable releases
[edit]- RPG Maker: This entry in the RPG Maker series was released on October 11, 2024, for the Nintendo Switch, with planned releases for PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 set for early 2025.
- Pixel Game Maker MV: A development tool aimed at enabling users to craft sideview or top-down action games.
- Action Game Maker: A development tool aimed at enabling users to craft action games.
- RPG Maker Unite: A platform that provides more extensive tools for game creation, allowing for greater customization and creativity.[2]
Guidelines
[edit]Gotcha Gotcha Games updated their terms and conditions as of October 8, 2024, enabling users to utilize provided assets within their games provided that they adhere to several key rules. Under the new terms, assets may be freely used in game projects, but redistributing them outside the RPG Maker environment is prohibited. Developers looking to monetize their games must comply with licensing agreements, including proper attribution and restrictions against standalone asset distribution. While users can modify assets, these changes must remain within the context of the game, and modified assets cannot be shared separately.[3]
Future prospects
[edit]As of 2024, Gotcha Gotcha Games is continuing to develop the RPG Maker brand and its other creative platforms.[1][2] The company is currently developing Action Game Maker, set for release in 2025. This successor to Pixel Game Maker MV integrates the Godot Engine, enhancing accessibility and providing users with modern tools like tile map editors, dynamic lighting, and a richer 2D animation pipeline. It also bridges visual scripting with GDScript for advanced users, making it suitable for a wider range of game creators.[4]
References
[edit]- ^ a b "Gotcha Gotcha Games". Gematsu. 2021-12-23. Retrieved 2024-11-03.
- ^ a b c "RPG Maker Official | Gotcha Gotcha Games". RPG Maker Official | Gotcha Gotcha Games (in Japanese). Retrieved 2024-11-03.
- ^ "RPG Maker Official | Gotcha Gotcha Games". RPG Maker Official | Gotcha Gotcha Games. 2023-04-27. Retrieved 2024-11-03.
- ^ ""A Maker Series First: A new Godot-based ACTION GAME MAKER in development for 2025!" - Games Press". www.gamespress.com. Retrieved 2024-11-17.