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
editGotcha 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 WITH: 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.
- 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
editGotcha 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
editAs of 2024, Gotcha Gotcha Games is continuing to develop the RPG Maker brand and its other creative platforms.[1][2]
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.