Buildbox vs RPG Paper Maker
Buildbox
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| Figure | Buildbox | RPG Paper Maker |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | — | $79.99/mo |
| Free plan | — | Yes |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | — | Yes |
| Windows | Yes | Yes |
| macOS | Yes | Yes |
| Linux | — | Yes |
| iOS | Yes | — |
| Android | Yes | — |
| Plans published | 7 | 3 |
| Spec score · Game Visual Scripting Software | 8.4 (#6) | 8.0 (#12) |
| Spec score · Game Development Software | 8.4 (#18) | 8.0 (#30) |
| Spec score · Game Engine Software | 8.2 (#47) | 8.2 (#49) |
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Privacy and security | Buildbox says it uses reasonable and appropriate security practices to protect information and does not guarantee that internet or wireless transmissions are fully secure. | The privacy policy says the site uses cookies and usage data, and states it cannot guarantee absolute security of personal data. |
| Purpose | Buildbox describes its software as a game engine for creating games with little to no coding experience. | RPG Paper Maker is a game making engine for creating 3D games with 2D sprites and 3D objects. |
| Support | Buildbox offers tutorials, manuals, and personal email support to customers. | The contact page lists support by email at [email protected]. |
Plans
Buildbox
- BeginnerPrice not published
- ProPrice not published
- Buildbox Classic Beginner$29.98 a month
- Buildbox 4 Beginner$49.98 a month
- Buildbox Classic Pro$399.98 a year
- Buildbox 4 Pro$549.98 a year
- Ultimate Bundle$1,149.98 a year
RPG Paper Maker
- Commercial edition$79.99 a month
- Free non-commercial editionFree
- RPG Paper Maker Commercial edition$79.99, paid once
In their own words
Buildbox
Buildbox is a game engine intended for people with little or no coding experience. It has visual scripting and mobile export, and lists Android, iOS, macOS, and Windows among its platforms. Target platforms also include Steam and Apple TV. Buildbox 4 can create game environments from text descriptions; its AI editing and gesture tools can change games, and its AI can modify logic nodes or make custom nodes. Buildbox 4 downloads are offered for Windows and Mac. Buildbox 4 Pro lists Android and PC exports, while Buildbox Classic Pro lists iOS, Android, and PC exports. Buildbox Classic Beginner costs $29.98 a month, while Buildbox 4 Beginner costs $49.98 a month. Classic Pro costs $399.98 a year, and Buildbox 4 Pro costs $549.98 a year. Buildbox has no free plan. It offers tutorials, manuals, and personal email support.
RPG Paper Maker
RPG Paper Maker is a game-making engine for building 3D games with 2D sprites and 3D objects, with a focus on J-RPGs. Its map editor supports floors, autotiles, walls, mountains, multiple sprite types, 3D objects, and map objects such as NPCs and chests. Objects and events can interact, including doors and treasures. The engine includes retro-inspired assets and accepts users’ own assets. Its 3D side-view battle system lets creators configure heroes, monsters, troops, animations, statuses, and elements. Users with programming or modeling knowledge can make or modify JavaScript plugins and import.obj models. Games can be exported for desktop platforms and web browsers. It is available for Linux, macOS, Windows, and the web. The free edition is for non-commercial use. Commercial publishing requires a license for each team member; the listed commercial edition costs $79.99, paid once and allows unlimited commercial games. The site says there are no other fees.