Design and Development of the Adventure Game Kera Sakti Based on RPG Maker MV
Keywords:
Game Development, RPG Maker MV, Adventure Game, Educational Game, Rule-Based System, GDLCAbstract
The rapid development of gaming technology has made games a popular entertainment medium, but it has also raised concerns regarding the negative impacts on user behavior, especially in games containing elements of violence. Therefore, it is necessary to develop games that are not only entertaining but also contain educational and moral values. This study aims to design and develop a Role-Playing Game (RPG)-based adventure game entitled "Kera Sakti" using RPG Maker MV. The method used is the Game Development Life Cycle (GDLC) which includes the stages of initiation, pre-production, production, testing, release, and post-production. The game developed is a 2D single-player game that integrates a storyline, characters, and rule-based mechanisms to regulate events and interactions in the game. The results of the study show that the game was successfully built with key features such as an interactive menu, a combat system, inventory, and a storyline containing moral values. Based on the test results, the game ran well and received a positive response from users. In conclusion, this game is able to provide an interesting playing experience while inserting an educational message to players. The contribution of this research lies in the application of the GDLC method in the development of simple RPG games which can be an alternative educational entertainment media and a reference for novice game developers.
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