April 23, 2025 - Sapporo, Japan - SmileBoom Co.Ltd. has released a major update, Version 1.14, for "RPG Developer Bakin (pronounced BAH-keen)". This update introduces new features that enhance both creative expression and extensibility, including support for multiple fonts, the release of a language pack for localized editor use, and the ability to bind multiple C# scripts to events.
In addition, four new asset pack DLCs are now available, and the SmileBoom Golden Week Sale is currently underway, offering 10% off Bakin and all DLC.
Furthermore, a new bundle combining popular DLCs at a discounted price has been launched, and the official website is currently accepting background image submissions.
- Ver. 1.14 Released with Multi-Font Support and Multi-Script Event Binding
Version 1.14 includes support for using multiple fonts in-game, the release of a language pack enabling editor localization, and the ability to bind multiple C# scripts to a single event.
== RPG Developer Bakin Ver. 1.14 New Feature Overview ==
- Multiple Font Support Now Available In-Game
This update introduces a significant enhancement to in-game visual quality with the addition of multiple font support.
It enables greater creative flexibility by allowing users to assign different fonts to dialogue text and UI elements, as well as apply distinct fonts to specific portions of a message.
Fonts in .ttf and .otf formats can be imported for use within the game.
(Please ensure that you review and comply with the license terms of any fonts used.)
- Editor Localization Support (Language Pack Released)
A new Language Pack is now available to support the localization of the Bakin editor into other languages. By translating the necessary files and placing them in the designated folder, users can enable multilingual support for the main tool interface.
(Please note that the distribution of localization files is subject to the RPG Developer Bakin End User License Agreement (EULA).)
- Support for Binding Multiple C# Scripts
It is now possible to bind multiple C# scripts to a single event, allowing for the construction of more complex processes and improved reusability.
In addition, the method selection dialog used during script binding has been redesigned for greater ease of use.
Furthermore, player and event movement speeds can now be finely adjusted as a percentage relative to a base speed, enabling more flexible and precise in-game direction.
The performance of the debug window during test play has also been improved, making the development workflow even smoother.
Many other features have been added and improved.
Please take this opportunity to try your hand at creating games with "RPG Developer Bakin".
- New 2D characters and monster asset packs, as well as 3D resource packs for water settlements and desert themes
Four new DLCs are available today. These include:
1) Vibrato HERO PIXEL PACK Vol.1: A high-resolution pixel art character asset collection based on four standard characters from Bakin, newly illustrated by pixel artist Vibrato.
2) Mokemo Factory MONSTER PIXEL PACK Vol.3: A pixel art monster asset collection featuring battle-ready creatures such as parasitic organisms, bizarre machines, cursed spirits, and sentient plush toys.
3) Primitive Village: A 3D asset pack representing a fantastical tribal settlement built on water.
4) PixelScape Desert Pack: A pixel art-style 3D model resource pack themed around a desert city.
Also, 10% off launch discount until May 7, 2025, at 10pm PDT! Don't miss this opportunity!
== April 23, 2025, Release Downloadable Content Overview ==
- RPG Developer Bakin Vibrato HERO PIXEL PACK Vol.1
This DLC is a collection of high-resolution pixel art character assets, newly created by pixel artist Vibrato, based on the four characters included in RPG Developer Bakin's standard assets: "Hero A", "Hero B", "Black Mage", and "White Mage".
Compared to the 40 x 40 pixels per frame of the standard assets, this collection is produced at about four times the resolution (96 x 96 pixels). The details and personalities of each character are expressed more finely and attractively.
It also includes 14 exclusive actions and poses that match the characteristics of each character. This enables dynamic movement and rich emotional expression, and greatly expands the range of in-game production.
Price: $19.99(USD)
Launch Discount Period: Wed, Apr. 23, 2025 – Wed, May. 7, 2025, at 10:00 AM PDT
Discount Rate: 10% off
Distribution Store URL:
https://store.steampowered.com/app/3611660/
Introduction Video: https://youtu.be/Rv4frQMNJn4
- RPG Developer Bakin Mokemo Factory MONSTER PIXEL PACK Vol.3
The highly anticipated third installment of the pixel art monster sprite collection by pixel artist Mokemo. This pack includes 20 unique monsters, such as parasitic creatures, bizarre machines, spirits trapped by curses, and stuffed animals with a will of their own. Whether as formidable foes standing in the player's way or as trusty allies, incorporate these charming monsters into your work and breathe new life into your creations.
Price: $15.99(USD)
Launch Discount Period: Wed, Apr. 23, 2025 – Wed, May. 7, 2025, at 10:00 AM PDT
Discount Rate: 10% off
Distribution Store URL:
https://store.steampowered.com/app/3611690/
Introduction Video: https://youtu.be/hvlseQuX4yY
- RPG Developer Bakin Primitive Village
This DLC is a 3D asset pack that represents a mystical tribal settlement built on water. It includes numerous items that combine natural materials with tribal motifs, such as circular huts with thatched roofs, wooden pillars, ritual decorations made of skulls and bones, arches made of the bones of giant creatures, boats used for fishing and water transportation, and magical lighting effects. With its blend of simplicity and mysticism, this pack supports the creation of various scenes, including tribal villages, the ruins of forgotten civilizations, and mythical worlds.
Price: $34.99(USD)
Launch Discount Period: Wed, Apr. 23, 2025 – Wed, May. 7, 2025, at 10:00 AM PDT
Discount Rate: 10% off
Distribution Store URL:
https://store.steampowered.com/app/3545830/
Introduction Video: https://youtu.be/azjaOKb0Z_w
- RPG Developer Bakin PixelScapes Desert Pack
This DLC is a pixel art-style 3D model resource pack themed around a desert town. Featuring warm, carefully crafted low-poly models that harmonize with the pixel art world, it includes traditional buildings made of stone and sun-dried bricks, markets, luxurious mansions with domes and minarets, temples, ruins, and monuments that evoke a sense of history and faith. Additionally, it offers various interior decorations and plants that can be used for indoor scenes. With a wide range of assets, you can freely recreate the landscape of a desert town.
Price: $19.99(USD)
Launch Discount Period: Wed, Apr. 23, 2025 – Wed, May. 7, 2025, at 10:00 AM PDT
Discount Rate: 10% off
Distribution Store URL:
https://store.steampowered.com/app/3611680/
Introduction Video: https://youtu.be/hFJNEJCPKSQ
- 10% off RPG Developer Bakin & DLCs in SmileBoom Golden Week Sale!
Today, we are offering a 10% discount on "RPG Developer Bakin".
Additionally, DLCs containing various resources will be discounted by 10%, and the SmileBoom Golden Week Sale 2025 discount will be applied to bundle editions including the products on sale, making them even more affordable. Don't miss out on this opportunity!
- SmileBoom Golden Week Sale 2025 Overview
Period: Period: Wed, April 23, 2025 - Wed, May 7, 2025, 6:00 pm 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, Ancient Ruins Music Pack, Modern Item Icons, PixelScapes Town Pack, Battle FX Variations, SCI-FI City Pack, Ultimate Modular Swords, SMILE Characters DX Vol.1, Desert Town Pack, Wooden Fort, Modern Hospital Pack, Leafy Lodge, PixelScapes Castle Pack, Mokemo Factory MONSTER PIXEL PACK Vol.1, Abandoned Sewer, Modular Cemetery, City Assets)
Bundled versions that include eligible products will also receive discounts for each product.
- New Bundle Release: “RPG Developer Bakin Icon & UI Pack+” Now Available
We are excited to announce the release of a new value bundle, “RPG Developer Bakin Icon & UI Pack+,” available starting today. This bundle combines “RPG Developer Bakin” with six popular DLCs that are especially useful for building graphical user interfaces and enhancing visual effects.
Designed with beginners in mind, this all-in-one set provides a convenient and cost-effective way to get started with “RPG Developer Bakin.”
For those planning to begin using “RPG Developer Bakin,” this is the perfect opportunity to dive in.
Furthermore, for a limited time, the bundle is available at an even greater discount as part of the SmileBoom Golden Week Sale 2025, valid through Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at 6:00 PM (PDT).
Icon & UI Pack+ Overview
Title: RPG Developer Bakin Icon & UI Pack+
Contents: RPG Developer Bakin, 6 types of paid DLC (Modern Item Icons, Glowing Icon Pack, Layout Data Sci-Fi, Layout Data Classy, Layout Data Comic, Glowing Crystal Pack）
Distribution Store URL: https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/53015/
Release Date: April 23, 2025
Price: $170.93→$162.38(USD) Bundle discount 5%
- Official Website Background Artwork Call for Submissions
"RPG Developer Bakin" is planning to renew its official website in the near future. In connection with this, we are calling for images of works created by Bakin to decorate the background of the new site’s homepage!
We invite you to help brighten the official website with the diverse and wonderful images of the works you have created using Bakin!
The submitted artwork images will not only be used as the background for the homepage but may also be featured on the renewed official website as part of the "User Artwork Showcase."
Please be sure to review the following details and guidelines before submitting. We look forward to receiving your wonderful creations!
Submission Overview
Name: Bakin Official Website Background Artwork Call for Submissions
Submission Period: April 23, 2025 - May 7, 2025
How to Submit:
Please read the notes on the submission page and submit your entry using the dedicated submission form.
Submission Page: https://rpgbakin.com/bg_submissions
Submission Image Requirements:
- Must be a screenshot of a work created using Bakin.
- The work itself can be completed or incomplete, public or private.
- Do not include textual information such as logos or taglines. However, text included in the user interface is acceptable.
- Images of scenery, battle scenes, event scenes with characters, etc. that show the type of game being created are preferred. We look forward to receiving a wide variety of artwork that will appeal to the fact that different genres of games can be produced.
- No infringement of third party rights (copyrights, trademarks, portrait rights, etc.). Please note that the use of various assets within Bakin and Bakin's DLC is permitted.
- The content must not offend public order and morals.
For more details, please refer to the submission page.
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: ©2022-2025 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_20250423_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/