RPG Maker U2U has been announced with a Perspective 2D graphics mode, but no release date is set. The developer reversed a plan to delete old forums after user backlash.
Gotcha Gotcha Games announced RPG Maker U2U (also called RPG Tsukuru U2U in Japan) in May 2026, the latest PC entry in the series. The engine introduces a Perspective 2D graphical option that mimics HD-2D style, giving 2D assets a depth-enhanced, cinematic look. It runs on the Unity engine, supports assets from RPG Maker MV and MZ without modification, and uses a fixed camera to simplify creation. A map editor demo was shown at BitSummit PUNCH. The series uses the Tsukuru name domestically and Maker overseas.
In June 2026, Steam removed the RPG Maker tag from its store, a move developers hope will reduce stigma against games made with the engine. The same month, Gotcha Gotcha Games reversed a plan to delete the Tsukuru Web Forum and RPG Maker Forums when transitioning to a new official forum. After user backlash over the potential loss of decades of community knowledge, assets, and plugins, the company said it is considering archiving the old forums instead.
RPG Maker U2U was teased in March 2026 but has no confirmed release date. The Perspective 2D mode marks the first PC Tsukuru title to attempt 3D-style expression while keeping 2D asset compatibility.
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Gotcha Gotcha Games is developing RPG Tsukuru U2U, the latest RPG Maker title, with its Steam page now live. The game uses new P2D (Perspective 2D) technology for depth and effects while keeping the traditional Tsukuru feel, and it allows reuse of past 2D assets. In an interview, producer Hiroyuki Ichinose and developer Yuzo Noguchi discussed the series' 34-year history, both having started with the Super Famicom's SUPER DANTE.
Gotcha Gotcha Games opened the Steam store page for RPG Maker U2U on August 27, 2026, and began accepting wishlist registrations. The store page carries product information, first-time screenshots of the event editor and database screens, and the P2D introduction video shown in the initial announcement. The company also released the title's key visual, a completely new illustration by Namaniku ATK, who handles character design and illustration for the game. In addition to the store page opening, the developer announced a change in development direction. RPG Maker U2U will now release as a standalone product rather than a tool that runs on Unity. This means users will not need to install Unity separately or create a Unity ID. The Steam version will launch directly from the Steam library, similar to RPG Maker MV and RPG Maker MZ. The event creation and database editing interface draws on the controls and workflow of those two previous titles, aiming for an intuitive environment for both newcomers and series veterans. A producer letter with further details is scheduled for the same day via Steam News and the official RPG Maker U2U X account.
Gotcha Gotcha Games announced RPG Maker U2U, the latest entry in the RPG Maker series, featuring a new technology called P2D (Perspective 2D) that enables 3D map creation without requiring specialized 3D production knowledge. Producer Hiroyuki Ichinose explained in an interview that P2D is the first 3D expression on the PC version of the series, designed to lower the barrier for beginners while allowing use of assets from previous titles RPG Maker MV and MZ.
Gotcha Gotcha Games has announced RPG Maker U2U, the latest version of its game-making suite, featuring a new Perspective 2D graphical option that mimics HD-2D style. The engine was teased in March and has no confirmed release date yet. Steam has also removed the RPG Maker tag, which developers hope will reduce prejudice against engine-made titles.
Gotcha Gotcha Games announced on June 12 that it is considering archiving the Tsukuru Web Forum and RPG Maker Forums, which had been scheduled for closure. The reversal follows widespread criticism from users who said the shutdown would destroy decades of accumulated community knowledge, assets, and plugins.
Gotcha Gotcha Games announced RPG Tsukuru U2U on May 21, a new PC entry in the Tsukuru series featuring P2D depth expression for HD-2D style visuals. The game uses the Unity engine, supports assets from RPG Tsukuru MV and MZ without modification, and has a fixed camera to ease creation. A map editor demo was shown at BitSummit PUNCH. The series returns to the Tsukuru name domestically while keeping Maker overseas.