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Armory3D vs RPG Maker MV

Armory3D logo

Armory3D

Game Development

Open-source 3D game engine integrated with Blender

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
RPG Maker MV logo

RPG Maker MV

Game Development

Create 2D RPGs with ease. The perfect tool for indie developers

From
$79.99/one-time
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Armory3D has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Armory3D compiled binaries are sold to fund the project while the source code itself is free to build from scratch; RPG Maker MV the free version is a 30 day trial only
  • They diverge on capability: Armory3D covers Blender integration, RPG Maker MV covers Event-based system.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Armory3D and RPG Maker MV actually diverge.

Attributes where Armory3D and RPG Maker MV differ
AttributeArmory3DRPG Maker MV
Starting priceFree$79.99/one-time
Pricing modelfreesubscription
Free tierYesNo
PlatformsWindows, Macos, Linux, Html5, AndroidWindows, Macos, Linux, Ios, Android, Web
Founded20161945

Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated), category (Game Development).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Armory3D

  • Blender integration
  • 3D graphics rendering
  • Physics engine (Bullet)
  • Audio system
  • Haxe scripting
  • Particle effects
  • Skeletal animation
  • Material system

Only in RPG Maker MV

  • Event-based system
  • Database editor
  • Tilemap editor
  • Sprite animations
  • JavaScript support
  • Plugin system
  • Built-in music library
  • NPC dialogue system

Both cover

  • Local deployment
  • Web deployment
  • Mobile deployment
  • Windows support
  • Macos support
  • Linux support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Armory3D

  • 3D game developmentnot RPG Maker MV
  • Blender-based gamesnot RPG Maker MV
  • Web gamesnot RPG Maker MV

RPG Maker MV

  • Making 2D role playing games and exporting to Windows, macOS, Android, iOS and HTML5not Armory3D
  • Beginner game development with bundled art, audio and a database driven editornot Armory3D
  • Side view battle system RPGs with mouse and touch inputnot Armory3D

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Armory3D

  • Compiled binaries are sold to fund the project while the source code itself is free to build from scratch

RPG Maker MV

  • The free version is a 30 day trial only
  • The licence restricts bundled company materials to games created with the software and prohibits distributing them independently or combined with other programs
  • Distributed games must indicate in attached documentation that they were created using the software and carry the Gotcha Gotcha Games statement of rights
  • Extracting or modifying the bundled programs or assets out of a released game is prohibited
  • Installing and using the software on three or more user devices is prohibited

Pricing, plan by plan

Armory3D

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Full engine
    • Blender integration
    • 3D graphics

RPG Maker MV

$79.99/one-time
  • Standard$79.99/one-time
    • Full editor access
    • Unlimited projects
    • Asset library

Which should you pick?

Choose Armory3D if

  • You need blender integration.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Windows, Macos, Linux, Html5, Android.
  • You also want 3d graphics rendering.
Armory3D review

Choose RPG Maker MV if

  • You need event-based system.
  • You work on Windows, Macos, Linux, Ios, Android, Web.
  • You also want database editor.
RPG Maker MV review

Questions people ask

Is Armory3D or RPG Maker MV better?
Neither clearly leads. Armory3D starts at Free and RPG Maker MV at $79.99/one-time, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Armory3D or RPG Maker MV?
Armory3D has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for Armory3D and $79.99/one-time for RPG Maker MV.
Does Armory3D or RPG Maker MV run on more platforms?
Armory3D runs on Windows, Macos, Linux, Html5, Android. RPG Maker MV runs on Windows, Macos, Linux, Ios, Android, Web.
Can I use Armory3D for free?
Yes. Armory3D has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. RPG Maker MV starts at $79.99/one-time.
What is Armory3D best used for?
Armory3D is most often used for 3d game development, blender-based games, web games. Of those, 3d game development and blender-based games are not what RPG Maker MV is typically brought in for.
What can Armory3D do that RPG Maker MV cannot?
Armory3D covers Blender integration, 3D graphics rendering, Physics engine (Bullet), Audio system. RPG Maker MV covers Event-based system, Database editor, Tilemap editor, Sprite animations. Both handle Local deployment, Web deployment, Mobile deployment, Windows support.
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