Common RPG Maker Issues and Solutions

1. Script Execution Failures

Custom scripts or event commands fail to execute correctly.

Root Causes:

• Incorrect JavaScript or Ruby syntax.
• Conflicting scripts in the project.
• Plugin order issues affecting execution.

Solution:

Check the console log for errors:

F8 (Opens Developer Tools in RPG Maker MV/MZ)

Ensure scripts are loaded in the correct order in the Plugin Manager.

Test script execution separately using:

console.log("Script Running Correctly");

2. Performance Slowdowns

The game runs slowly, stutters, or has frame rate drops.

Root Causes:

• Excessive parallel events running in the background.
• Large images or assets slowing down rendering.
• Unoptimized game scripts and logic.

Solution:

Reduce unnecessary parallel events:

- Use switches to control event activation.
- Limit parallel processes when not needed.

Optimize large image assets by compressing them.

Enable FPS display for debugging:

SceneManager.showDevTools();

3. Resource Loading Errors

Images, audio files, or other assets fail to load correctly.

Root Causes:

• Incorrect file paths in the game directory.
• Missing or corrupt asset files.
• Unsupported file formats.

Solution:

Verify asset paths in the game folder:

GameProject/img/pictures/
GameProject/audio/bgm/

Ensure filenames do not contain special characters or spaces.

Use supported file formats (e.g., PNG for images, OGG for audio).

4. Plugin Conflicts

Plugins fail to function correctly or cause game crashes.

Root Causes:

• Incompatible plugins being used together.
• Incorrect plugin parameters.
• Plugins loaded in the wrong order.

Solution:

Disable plugins one by one to identify conflicts.

Ensure plugins are loaded in the correct order as specified by the developer.

Check plugin compatibility with the RPG Maker version.

5. Deployment and Export Issues

Game fails to export or does not run after deployment.

Root Causes:

• Missing runtime files in the exported package.
• Incorrect deployment settings.
• Antivirus software interfering with the game.

Solution:

Ensure that the "Include RTP" option is enabled in the deployment settings.

Manually check the exported game folder for missing files.

Temporarily disable antivirus or Windows Defender if it is blocking game execution.

Best Practices for RPG Maker Optimization

• Use optimized assets to reduce loading times.
• Limit the number of active parallel events.
• Ensure plugins are compatible and ordered correctly.
• Regularly back up the game project to prevent data loss.
• Test the game on multiple devices before deployment.

Conclusion

By troubleshooting script execution failures, performance slowdowns, resource loading errors, plugin conflicts, and deployment issues, developers can create stable and engaging RPG Maker games. Implementing best practices improves game stability, performance, and user experience.

FAQs

1. Why is my RPG Maker script not running?

Check the developer console (F8), review script order, and verify syntax.

2. How do I improve RPG Maker game performance?

Reduce parallel events, optimize images, and use FPS debugging tools.

3. Why are my assets not loading?

Ensure correct file paths, use supported formats, and check for missing files.

4. How do I fix plugin conflicts?

Disable plugins one by one, check documentation for load order, and verify compatibility.

5. Why won’t my game export properly?

Enable "Include RTP" in deployment settings, check for missing files, and ensure antivirus is not blocking execution.