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+ | tl;dr We won't be making plugins for RPG Maker Unite. Instead, we'll focus on RPG Maker MZ up until 130-150 plugins and possibly tools for you to use. | ||
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We feel it's vital to address certain queries and concerns regarding the integration of VisuStella's plugins into RPG Maker Unite's framework. After careful consideration, we have arrived at the decision that we will not be developing plugins, or 'Add-Ons' as they are referred to within RPG Maker Unite, for this particular platform. | We feel it's vital to address certain queries and concerns regarding the integration of VisuStella's plugins into RPG Maker Unite's framework. After careful consideration, we have arrived at the decision that we will not be developing plugins, or 'Add-Ons' as they are referred to within RPG Maker Unite, for this particular platform. | ||
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An additional, and indeed integral, reason we have opted not to engage with RPG Maker Unite stems from a significant change in our team dynamic: the retirement of [[Yanfly]]. Yanfly's contributions to the RPG Maker community span over a decade, where his name is synonymous with plugins. His influence allowed us to create the bedrock upon which the VisuStella MZ plugin library was built. | An additional, and indeed integral, reason we have opted not to engage with RPG Maker Unite stems from a significant change in our team dynamic: the retirement of [[Yanfly]]. Yanfly's contributions to the RPG Maker community span over a decade, where his name is synonymous with plugins. His influence allowed us to create the bedrock upon which the VisuStella MZ plugin library was built. | ||
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=== Focus on RPG Maker MZ === | === Focus on RPG Maker MZ === | ||
− | Moving forward, our primary focus will be to invest our energies and resources into the completion of a comprehensive VisuStella MZ plugin library for RPG Maker MZ. Our approach towards this goal is deeply rooted in our intention to treat RPG Maker MZ as the culmination of the RPG Maker series. We aim to shape the VisuStella MZ plugin library with a vision of longevity, creating a resource that withstands the test of time and continues to serve the RPG Maker community for the foreseeable future. | + | [[File:RpgMakerMz.jpg|600px|link=]] |
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+ | Moving forward, our primary focus will be to invest our energies and resources into the completion of a comprehensive [[VisuStella MZ]] plugin library for RPG Maker MZ. Our approach towards this goal is deeply rooted in our intention to treat RPG Maker MZ as the culmination of the RPG Maker series. We aim to shape the VisuStella MZ plugin library with a vision of longevity, creating a resource that withstands the test of time and continues to serve the RPG Maker community for the foreseeable future. | ||
A cornerstone of this strategy is our commitment to ensure extensive coverage of general-purpose plugins within the library. We are dedicated to not only providing a rich and diverse collection of plugins but also to ensuring that these are as comprehensive, versatile, and user-friendly as possible. This ambition involves integrating a significant number of plugins from past iterations of Yanfly Engine (such as [https://yanflychannel.wordpress.com/rmvx/redux-engine/ Yanfly Engine ReDux], [https://yanflychannel.wordpress.com/rmvxa/ Yanfly Engine Ace], [[Yanfly Engine Plugins]]), provided they align with our vision and are technically feasible. | A cornerstone of this strategy is our commitment to ensure extensive coverage of general-purpose plugins within the library. We are dedicated to not only providing a rich and diverse collection of plugins but also to ensuring that these are as comprehensive, versatile, and user-friendly as possible. This ambition involves integrating a significant number of plugins from past iterations of Yanfly Engine (such as [https://yanflychannel.wordpress.com/rmvx/redux-engine/ Yanfly Engine ReDux], [https://yanflychannel.wordpress.com/rmvxa/ Yanfly Engine Ace], [[Yanfly Engine Plugins]]), provided they align with our vision and are technically feasible. | ||
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+ | == Future of VisuStella MZ == | ||
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+ | Now that we've mentioned that we're focusing on RPG Maker MZ, let's talk about how we'll do it. | ||
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+ | === 130 to 150 Plugins === | ||
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+ | [[File:150pokemon.png|link=]] | ||
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+ | We have set an ambitious yet balanced target of creating between 130 to 150 plugins in total. We firmly believe in the philosophy of 'quality AND quantity'. The goal is not to overwhelm, but to provide a carefully curated, comprehensive suite of tools that are truly useful to developers. In Yanfly's experience, he has found that general-purpose plugins typically reach their breadth of functionality within this projected range. Anything beyond this could risk becoming redundant or excessive, detracting from the overall usability of the library. [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dunbar%27s_number As similar with human cognitive numbers], Yanfly believes the same applies to plugins, too. | ||
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+ | Our developmental trajectory involves a mixture of legacy and innovation. We will be focusing on reincorporating more of Yanfly's influential past plugins, breathing new life into them within the VisuStella MZ library. At the same time, we are committed to introducing new plugins that will seamlessly complement the existing library, enhancing its versatility. In tune with the RPG genre, we also plan to incorporate plugins that reflect elements observed in modern-day RPG's. | ||
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+ | === Tools === | ||
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+ | [[File:XpMapEditorMeme.jpg|link=https://twitter.com/Archeia_Nessiah/status/1025177596131037184]] | ||
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+ | In addition to expanding our library of plugins for RPG Maker MZ, we are thrilled to announce that we are also developing a range of new tools designed to streamline your game creation process. These tools are created to ease the intricacies of RPG Maker MZ game development, optimizing your workflow, and ultimately saving you precious time. | ||
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+ | Once we have reached our plugin development goals, our focus might shift towards further enhancing and expanding this suite of tools (although we might shift to them during them). Our intention is to create a holistic development environment, combining versatile plugins with user-friendly tools, thereby offering an all-encompassing resource for RPG Maker MZ developers. | ||
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+ | However, we appreciate the importance of adaptability in the rapidly evolving world of game development. We understand that our plans must remain fluid to effectively respond to changing needs and emerging opportunities. Therefore, the potential shift towards tool development is currently under consideration and is not set in stone. There are several factors yet to be decided, and many decisions will be taken based on how the landscape of RPG Maker MZ evolves over time. | ||
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+ | == Conclusion == | ||
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+ | [[File:PeterGriffinConclusion.jpg|link=]] | ||
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+ | As previously mentioned, we have made the strategic decision not to pursue the development of plugins ('Add-Ons') for RPG Maker Unite. Instead, our commitment remains towards the continuous development of plugins for RPG Maker MZ, a platform that we believe aligns best with our vision and technical expertise. | ||
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+ | Our objective is to shape and finish the VisuStella MZ plugin library into a thorough and dynamic resource that is geared towards RPG Maker MZ. Once we have reached a point of completion with the VisuStella MZ library, or potentially even beforehand, our focus may transition towards the creation of tools designed to facilitate the game dev process. | ||
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+ | We hope this update provides clarity on our future plans regarding the VisuStella MZ library and dispels any uncertainties regarding our production lineup with the recent release of RPG Maker Unite. While we understand the potential excitement, concern, and curiosity that new platforms like RPG Maker Unite can generate, our goal remains focused on maximizing the capabilities of RPG Maker MZ through the VisuStella MZ plugin library and possibly any prospective development tools. We greatly appreciate your understanding and continued support as we work towards these goals. | ||
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+ | Happy RPG Making! | ||
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+ | == End of File == | ||
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