New Features such as Auto Save and “State” Abilities! Major Update Ver. 1.11 Implemente

SmileBoom :

August 28, 2024 - Sapporo, Japan - SmileBoom Co.Ltd. today released version 1.11, an update of "RPG Developer Bakin (pronounced BAH-keen)" that adds an auto save feature, new "state" abilities, and more. We are also pleased to announce the "SmileBoom End of Summer Sale 2024" with a 10% discount on "RPG Developer Bakin" and DLCs (until September 11, 2024 at 7:00 PM PDT), and the new paid DLCs "Modern Item Icons" and "PixelScapes Town Pack" are now available.

- At last, an auto save feature is added! Ver. 1.11 is released with many useful features!
In Ver. 1.11, we have added useful features that have been requested by many of our users.
Auto save related functions have been added to allow auto saving at any time during the game. New “State” abilities have also been added, such as “Change in Resistance”. In addition, a number of features have been added to improve game creation, such as the function to specify portrait entry and exit animations for conversation events, and the function to change the order in which message windows and portraits are rendered.
 

== RPG Developer Bakin Ver. 1.11 New Feature Overview ==

- Auto save feature and forced save/load event panel added
The auto save feature will save to a special auto save slot when moving between maps.
Using the “Forced Save/Load” event panels, the game can be saved to an auto save slot, so that users can perform auto saves at any time during the game.

- Animation of entering and exiting portraits for conversation events, and the function to change the order in which windows and portraits are rendered
You can now change the way portraits are displayed at the start of a conversation or over the message window.

 
- Added new abilities to the “State” abilities, such as “Change in Resistance”
In addition to the above, several other abilities have been added, such as the ability to "grant another 'state' when a 'state' is removed".
We also added a function to multiply the color of the cast graphic by an assigned color when the cast is in that "state".

Many other features have been added and improved.
Please take this opportunity to try your hand at creating games with "RPG Developer Bakin".

- SmileBoom End of Summer Sale 2024 held & 2 new DLCs on sale!
The "SmileBoom End of Summer Sale 2024" will be held on the Steam Store, offering a 10% discount on "RPG Developer Bakin". DLC packs containing a variety of resources will also be 10% off, and the SmileBoom End of Summer Sale 2024 discount will be applied to bundle editions that include the sale products, making them even more affordable. Do not miss this opportunity!
 
The "Modern Item Icons" icon resource pack, which focuses on modern technology and everyday necessities, and the "PixelScapes Town Pack," a pixel art-style 3D model resource pack that allows users to create maps of towns and villages to inspire players' sense of adventure. Each of these packs offers a 10% launch discount, so be sure not to miss it!


 
- SmileBoom End of Summer Sale 2024 Overview
Period: Wed, August 28, 2024 - Wed, September 11, 2024, 7:00 p.m. (PDT)
Discount Rate: 10% off all eligible products
Eligible Products: RPG Developer Bakin, various paid DLCs (Ancient Pack, Western Pack, Modern City Pack, Smile Objects Vol.1, Glowing Crystal Pack, House Builder Pack, Forest Pack, Wooden Platform Pack, Terica Terrain Pack Vol.1, Glowing Icon Pack, Mountain Village Pack, Smile Objects Vol.2, Ultra Building Pack, Dungeon Kit Pack, Layout Data Classy, Layout Data Comic, Layout Data Sci-Fi, PixelScapes Forest Pack, Charming Chinese Townscape Pack)
Bundled versions that include eligible products will also receive discounts for each product.
 
== Downloadable Content Overview for August Release ==
- RPG Developer Bakin Modern Item Icons
This icon resource pack is themed around modern technology and daily necessities such as a smartphone, a laptop, mobile batteries, stationery, and energy drinks.
The variety of types and highly recognizable designs can be used not only as icons for items, but also as decal stamps.

[Release Date] August 28, 2024
[Price] $9.99 (USD)
Launch Discount Period: Wed, August 28, 2024, - Wed, September 11, 2024, at 10:00 am (PDT)
Discount Rate: 10% off
[Distribution Store URL] https://store.steampowered.com/app/3106130/

- RPG Developer Bakin PixelScapes Town Pack
This is the second volume of the "PixelScapes" series which is a pixel art style 3D model resource pack. It includes 3D stamps for outdoor use, such as fantasy RPG-style houses and hero statues, and 3D stamps for indoor use to decorate traditional establishments such as bars and inns, allowing you to create town and village maps that inspire adventure for players.

[Release Date] August 28, 2024
[Price] $29.99 (USD)
Launch Discount Period: Wed, August 28, 2024, - Wed, September 11, 2024, at 10:00 am (PDT)
Discount Rate: 10% off
[Distribution Store URL] https://store.steampowered.com/app/3118940/
Introduction Video: https://youtu.be/iVBA8C1jF7g

About RPG Developer Bakin 
"RPG Developer Bakin" is a game creation tool that combines ease of use and high features, making it easy for anyone to create games inspired by "your world". It includes a map editor that allows you to create maps as if you were playing a game, an event creation system that controls the game by simply arranging panels with functions, a database that provides detailed character status settings, advanced screen effect settings that can dramatically change sceneries, and many other tools. Graphics and sound assets are also provided, so you can start creating "your game" right away. We started Early Access on Steam in October 2022 and are working to improve and add features to the tool as we receive requests from creators to make it a better tool for the commercialization of the product. 
 
Factsheet 
Title: RPG Developer Bakin
Genre: Game Creation Tool
Recommended System Requirements:
OS: Windows10 (64bit), CPU: Core i5-8400/Ryzen 5 1500X or better, Memory: 16GB, Graphics: NVIDIA® GeForce™ GTX1650/AMD Radeon™ RX570, Storage: 8 GB available space
Distribution Store: Steam https://store.steampowered.com/app/1036640/RPG_Developer_Bakin
Early Access Start Date: October 17, 2022
Early Access Edition Price: $69.99 USD
Development / Publisher: SmileBoom Co.Ltd.
Copyright Notice: ©2022-2024 SmileBoom Co.Ltd.
Official Website: https://rpgbakin.com/en
Official Twitter: https://twitter.com/RPGBakin
Official Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RPGDeveloperBakin
Official Discord: https://discord.gg/yKwuye2
Official Weibo: https://weibo.com/rpgbakin/
Official Bilibili: https://space.bilibili.com/3546614725609533
 
Logos, videos, screenshots, and other materials for this release can be downloaded from the URL below. 
https://smileboom.com/dl/press/RPGDeveloperBakin_Assets_20240828_EN.zip
  
About SmileBoom 
The company is a game development company based in Sapporo, Japan. Since its establishment in 2008, the company has continued to create "amusing games that will make anyone smile" and "tools for future creators" for young people, such as the "SmileBASIC" series for powerful high-speed programming on consumer hardware and "Smile Game Builder" for easy 3DRPG creation tool on PC. On the other hand, as a development team with unique sensibilities and advanced skills, we have developed and assisted in the development of major titles and experimental efforts for many major developers. The development team has a wide range of experience and a wealth of ideas ranging from 8-bit PCs to the latest game consoles.

Official Website: https://smileboom.com/en/