RMN'S FAVOURITE RM GAMES OF ALL TIME LIST (2019 EDITION)

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CashmereCat
Self-proclaimed Puzzle Snob
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RMN's Favourite RM Games of All Time List (2019 Edition)

What Is This?
List your Top 10 Favorite RPG Maker games (in order) and I will aggregate the scores and add them to this list.

I've done this before in 2014 (link) and then in 2016 (link), so I thought I'd bring it back. Everyone votes for their favouritest games ever, and we create together a shared list aggregated by everyone's collected views. A great many games have been released since 2016, so don't be afraid to include some of those new ones, keeping recency bias in mind.

How it works
  • Post your Top 10 RPG Maker Games (in your opinion) as a comment in this thread, or as many as you can think of.
  • They must be in order of greatness, otherwise I will just assume you listed them in order of greatness.
  • Games on your list must be made using any engine made by Enterbrain. The list does not include games made in Wolf Editor, Unity, Game Maker, or other engines made by third parties.
  • Free and commercial games are both allowed.
  • Episodic games will be judged on a case-by-case basis whether they should be grouped together or not. It will usually be judged by factors such as the length of each episode, and how they are packaged as a whole.
  • Votes for your own game won't be counted lol

When users post their top 10 lists, I will use their lists and edit this top post to include the globalized list of all the most highly ranked games. The games will be ranked according to a simple scoring system, which I will explain below.

Scoring system
Each Top 10 list posted in this thread contains 10 entries, which are in order from #1 (the best in the list), to #10 (the worst in the list). The points awarded to the game for the ranking in each persons' list are as follows:

  • 1st place -- 10 points
  • 2nd place -- 9pts
  • 3rd place -- 8pts
  • ...
  • 10th place -- 1pts

These points will be added to each respective game's total, and the globalized Top RM Games of All Time List will be sorted in order of points the games have earned, from highest to lowest.

RMN's Favorite RM Games of All Time List

#TitleMakerAuthorYearScore
1Three Ghostly RosesVXAzDS201649
2Weird and Unfortunate Things Are HappeningVXAunity, MakioKuta, Roden, Sooz, JosephSeraphOngoing37
3=Hero's Realm2k3kentona200927
3=To the MoonXPFreebird Games201127
5A Blurred Line2kLys86200726
6=Romancing Walker2kFlare200121
6=Space Funeral2k3catmitts201021
8=Jimmy and the Pulsating MassVXAHousekeeping201820
8=Prayer of the FaithlessVXARed_NovaOngoing20
10=Remnants of IsolationVXARed_Nova, Sooz, unity201419
10=The Way2kLunCasari200619
12Suzy and freedom2k3calunio201318
13=Dhux's Scar2kErilex200916
13=Luxaren AllureVXAunity, Sooz201516
13=Wither2k3Rastek201116
16Everlong2k3DJC200412
17=Free SpiritsVXAPentagonBuddy, emmych, Jalen, TDS201511
17=Sunset Over Imdahl2kTeo Mathlein200511
19=Ara Fell2k3BadLuck, Caladium, charblar201610
19=Brave Hero YuushaVXASgtM, SpecialAgentApe201510
19=Creepypasta LandVXALucasBoatods201510
19=Exit FateXPSCFWorks200910
19=Fighting Robots Quest2k3BoulonOngoing10
19=Forever HomeVXAPixel Blade Game200410
19=Legion Saga II2kKamau200210
19=Soul SunderVXARed_Nova201410
19=Theia - The Crimson Eclipse2k3LolloRocketDiver201910
19=Virgo vs the ZodiacMVNana707201810
29=Angels of Exodus2kIllustrious20039
29=Beautiful Escape: Dungeoneer2k3calunio20109
29=BoxxyQuest: The Gathering StormXPSpherianGames20189
29=Embric of Wulfhammer's Castle2k3Saint Bomber20129
29=Legends of Illarion 2: Sins of the GodsVXADyluck20179
29=Nora's TaleVXATamFey20159
29=Soma SpiritsVXASgt M, SpecialAgentApe20169
29=MothlightXPSamu20179
29=Twilight OniXP2010LifeGame20109
29=Vindictive DriveVXABalthasar0220179
39=Aëdemphia2k3SylvanorOngoing8
39=Crescent Prism: Chapter 1VXASgt M20198
39=EnelysionVXpolarcactus, Ronove20148
39=Final Fantasy Blackmoon Prophecy2k3UPRC20128
39=Final Fantasy: Endless Nova2kDelita Hyral X20028
39=Ib2kKouri20128
39=Listen - Just a game.XPDenna20158
39=OFF2k3Mortis Ghost20088
39=The God of Crawling EyesVXHousekeeping20138
48=Fallenwood2k?Ongoing7
48=Finding ParadiseXPFreebird Games20177
48=From Next DoorVXASpaceZeta20167
48=Kinetic Cipher (Again)2k3The Real BrickroadCancelled7
48=Last ScenarioXPSCFWorks2007?7
48=Last WordXPMerlandese20147
48=Lunar Wish: Orbs of FateVXLustermx20137
48=Mailbox KnightsVXAPancaek20167
48=NigSek: A Monster's Tail2kSovanJedi20017
48=Notes on the Etgoesian Crises2k3Eike20137
48=Oneshot2k3Eliza Velasquez, Nightmargin20147
48=Paradise Blue2k3Ocean20097
48=Safety: Life Is A Maze2k3CARRIONBLUE20137
48=The Amber ThroneVXAMissile20157
62=A Very Long Rope to the Top of the SkyVXHousekeeping20136
62=Alter A.I.L.A.2k3Neok20106
62=Clock of Atonement2kdaigo20076
62=Lisa "The First"2k3Dingaling20126
62=LISA: The PainfulVXAdingaling20146
62=Rise of the Third Power2k3BadLuck, CaladiumOngoing6
62=Solar PlatypusVXAkentona20136
62=The Longing Ribbon2kGibmaker20086
62=To Crime NirvanaVXAscitydreamer20176
62=Wadanohara and the Great Blue Sea2kDeep-Sea Prisoner20136
62=Witch's Heart2kIZOngoing6
73=After manXPSnowOwl20125
73=Alter A.I.L.A. Genesis2k3Neok20115
73=cat game2k3halcy20135
73=Diary of a Madman2k3DreadedCancelled5
73=Final Fallacy2k3SpoonyBard20115
73=Last Minute GiftVXAunity20145
73=MiddensXPmyformerselves20125
73=RUIN FRONTIERVXAAethers, Ocean, JIHAUS, Fomar0153Ongoing5
73=The EndVXAAegix_Drakan20155
73=Yanderella2kCharon20135
83=Account MuVXACashmereCatOngoing4
83=AetherionVXAAnaryu, Krisanna, Solitayre, Happy20114
83=Final Fantasy High2k3?2012?4
83=FlatwoodsMVvisitorsdreams20164
83=Hero MakerVXRichard_Co20124
83=Love and War: Act I2kAdmiral Styles20124
83=Master of the WindXPstoic, Volrath20114
83=Perspective: Extended EditionVXAoutcry, Seiromem20144
83=Shrink 'HighVXTHEDAIBIJIN20174
83=Sunken SpireVXAIndra, Fomar0153, MakioKuta, Rachael20144
83=The Gray Garden2kDeep-Sea Prisoner20124
83=Toilet in Wonderland2kTeam Nonsense20104
83=White Magic2k3Little Wing GuyCancelled4
96=Abyssal Shine: NevermeltMVFomar0153, Indra, Reverie_Raven20173
96=Cope Island: AdriftVXAzDS20193
96=Extrenia: The Messiah2kChipstouille3
96=Final Fantasy vs. Dog2k3LordBlueRouge, hedge120183
96=Hello CharlotteVXAetherane20183
96=I'm Scared of Girls2k3CARRIONBLUE20113
96=Lakria Legends2k3KoopaKush, estherfunworld, McTricky20173
96=Melon Journey2k3almondmelon20123
96=Monster World RPG2k3Monster_World_RPG20173
96=Pathway: Desire+VXANirwanda20163
96=Pocket Quest2k3Testament20143
96=Star Stealing PrinceVXRonove, Diedrupo20123
96=TAUT2k3TheUnbeholden20073
109=Backstage2k3Max McGee20082
109=Dear REDVXAsanggameboy20142
109=DepressionVXAcalunio20132
109=Hellion2k3kentona, Ephiam20092
109=Journey to the NorthpassXPSgtSteffi20182
109=Mario in Animatronic HorrorVXABonniefan3000, Darkbox20172
109=Red TreesVXACaramel20162
109=Sideways2k3Superstroke20172
109=Steamed Hams but it's RPG Maker 20032k3LordBlueRouge20192
109=The Age of DeliveranceVXAextravaluemenu20142
109=The Great EmptyVXASnowOwlOngoing2
109=TherassiaMVCalvynne20182
109=Wait (Extended)VXArest.less Games20152
122=★Witchworks★VXARhyme20141
122=Dawn of Darkness Legends: Nightwish2kSolik?1
122=Flip DimensionsVXAseacliff21720181
122=Game Over QuestMVThomas Cyrix & 7 others20181
122=KiyoKiVXdandorf20131
122=Lavender2k3ClockworkPrince20161
122=Nightmare Johnny2k3Red-Cube20131
122=Rezident Evil: It Is Escape2k3twentyfour2420161
122=The Adventure of High School StudentsVXAMr. Detective20141
122=The Frozen World2kLys8620071

Latest user list included: Cap_H @ 06/03/2019 08:26 AM
CashmereCat
Self-proclaimed Puzzle Snob
11638
My list, for posterity:
1/ Three Ghostly Roses
2/ To the Moon
3/ Soul Sunder
4/ Wither
5/ Suzy and freedom
6/ Last Minute Gift
7/ Perspective: Extended Edition
8/ Remnants of Isolation
9/ Clock of Atonement
10/ Last Word

Edit: Was reminded of Clock of Atonement by StarSkipp. Placed it above Last Word, kicking out Unfinished Stories (sadly).
pianotm
The TM is for Totally Magical.
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1/Weird and Unfortunate Things are Happening VXA unity, MakioKuta, Sooz, Roden, JosephSeraph
2/Vindictive Drive VXA Balthazar02
3/Remnants of Isolation VXA Red_Nova, Sooz, unity
4/Notes on the Etgoesian Crises 2tsuk3 Eike
5/Free Spirits VXA PentagonBuddy, Emmych, Jalen
6/Final Fantasy: Endless Nova 2tsuk DelitaHydraX
7/White Magic 2tsuk3 Little Wing Guy
8/Hero's Realm 2tsuk3 Kentona
9/Sideways 2tsuk3 Superstroke
10/Dreaming Johnny 2tsuk3 Red-Cube
The Way
Angels of Exodus
A Blurred Line
Safety: Life Is A Maze
The Longing Ribbon
Kinetic Cipher
Love and War: Act I
Sunset Over Imdahl
Theia - The Crimson Eclipse
Diary of a Madman

I haven't even beaten Theia yet but it made a really good impression on me. Probably easier to have a long term opinion about it next time we do this.
Marrend
Guardian of the Description Thread
21781
Luxaren AllureVX Aceunity
Weird and Unfortunate Things are HappeningVX Aceunity, MakioKuta, Roden, Sooz, JosephSeraph
Remnants of IsolationVX Aceunity, Red_Nova, Sooz
Prayer of the FaithlessVX AceRed_Nova
Romancing WalkerTsuKFlare
RUIN FRONTIERVX AceAethers, Ocean, JIHAUS, Fomar0153
AetherionVXAnaryu, Krisanna, Solitayre, Happy
Final Fantasy vs. Dog2K3LordBlueRouge, hedge1
Soul SunderVX AceRed_Nova
★Witchworks★VX AceRhyme

SunflowerGames
The most beautiful user on RMN!
13323
Brave Hero Yuusha
Nora's Tale
Listen - Just a game.
Mailbox Knights
Solar Platypus
After man
Account Mu
Pathway: Desire+
Dear RED
KiyoKi
Oh, so we’re doing one these things again, huh? Great!

My Top 3 hasn’t changed much since the last time I submitted my list. But the rest have.

#1 - Romancing Walker
#2 - Ara Fell
#3 - Final Fantasy Blackmoon Prophecy
#4 - Enelysion
#5 - Luxaren Allure
#6 - Alter A.I.L.A. Genesis
#7 - Hero's Realm
#8 - Pocket Quest
#9 - Oneshot
#10 - Rezident Evil: It Is Escape

And the only reason that Rezident Evil: It Is Escape is on here is because of how f**ked up that game is that it left a permeant scar on my memory since the last time I played it. That’s why, nothing else.

It's a shame that I can't include some of the other engines that are used on here, like SMBX, because I'm sure that Super RMN World or Super Talking Time Bros. 2.5 - The Last Levels would be on here for sure.
Just a quick whatever list this time

#1 - Creepypasta Land (Original)
#2 - Twilight Oni
#3 - To The Moon
#4 - Lunar Wish
#5 - (Witch's Heart series would probably be in this spot if the series is finished and has a decent ending)
#6 - (Charon games)
#7 - Toilet in Wonderland
#8 - Hello Charlotte (all 4 of them)
#9 - Mario in Animatronic Horror
#10 - The Adventure of High School Students
CashmereCat
Self-proclaimed Puzzle Snob
11638
Hey bicfarmer. Because your vote can generally only count for singular entries, I've just assumed that the original Witch's Heart is your #5, and that your #6 is the most popular YouTube entry for a Charon game, which I believe is Yanderella. I have also placed your #8 as Hello Charlotte. Please correct me if you'd like to make changes. Thanks! (Some of these were hard to find out about. Most of them don't have gamepages!)
SunflowerGames
The most beautiful user on RMN!
13323

author=CashmereCat
(Some of these were hard to find out about. Most of them don't have gamepages!)


I reread the rules, and you never said the game has to be on this website :O
CashmereCat
Self-proclaimed Puzzle Snob
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author=kory_toombs
author=CashmereCat
(Some of these were hard to find out about. Most of them don't have gamepages!)

I reread the rules, and you never said the game has to be on this website :O

I have also included games on here that aren’t on this website! I was merely commenting how some of bicfarmer’s games weren’t on this site (7 of them), and a few didn’t even seem to have downloads available online! As you might see, I have still incuded them on the list, though.
1. Jimmy and the Pulsating Mass | VXA | Housekeeping
2, Weird and Unfortunate Things Are Happening | VXA | Unity and co.
3. Three Ghostly Roses | VXA | zDS
4. Everlong | TsuK3 | DJC
5. Prayer of the Faithless | VXA | Red_Nova
6. Hero's Realm | TsuK3 | kentona
7. Flatwoods | MV | visitorsdreams
8. Cope Island Adrift | VXA | zDS
9. Steamed Hams but it's RPG Maker 2003 | 2k3 | lordbluerogue
10. Ara Fell | 2k3 | BadLuck and co.
1. Exit Fate (Why is this not being voted for at all!?)
2. Legends of Illarion II
3. Sunset Over Imdahl
4. NigSek: A Monster's Tale
5. Hero's Realm
6. A Blurred Line
7. Diary of a Madman
8. Final Fantasy: Endless Nova
9. Kinetic Cipher
10 The Frozen World
CashmereCat
Self-proclaimed Puzzle Snob
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author=UPRC
1. Exit Fate (Why is this not being voted for at all!?)


Probs because this list might have a bit of recency bias - most who've voted so far have voted for newish games, with only Darken's and half of Addit's list being mostly old school stuff (and by old school, I mean pre-2010). Personally, I prefer new school thought w.r.t. game design but I appreciate some of the passionate ethos of earlier stuff. I've been updating the list regularly, big thanks to everyone who has taken part. This list will only shape up in accuracy the more people send in their votes.
unity
You're magical to me.
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Mine changes constantly, and I'm sure I'm forgetting some great ones, but here goes!

1) Jimmy and the Pulsating Mass (VXA/ Housekeeping)
2) Hero's Realm (2k3/ kentona)
3) Crescent Prism (VXA/ Sgt M)
4) Prayer of the Faithless (VXA/ Red Nova)
5) Dhux's Scar (2k3/ Erilex)
6) Romancing Walker (2k/ Flare)
7) Soma Spirits (VXA/ Sgt M)
8) Abyssal Shine: Nevermelt (MV/ Indra and Fomar0153)
9) Depression (VXA/ calunio)
10) OFF (2k3/ Mortis Ghost)
I've played a lot of games since the 2016 topic (and also remembered some I'd already played back then) so there's going to be quite a few changes to my list. Hopefully I didn't forget anything this time!

1. To the Moon
2. Beautiful Escape: Dungeoneer
3. Three Ghostly Roses
4. Finding Paradise
5. Wadanohara and the Great Blue Sea
6. cat game
7. The Gray Garden
8. Star Stealing Prince
9. The Age of Deliverance
10. Oneshot (IGMC version)

e: of course I forgot a game, thankfully it didn't take long for me to realize
e2: added links for all games just in case
I love complete epic-length classic old-school JRPGs with lots of world-saving, no matter the time period or engine, so if you haven't checked out the following games yet, give them a try.

1. Forever Home

War and love done right. The culmination of everything VX Ace has to offer. By far the best RPG Maker JRPG outside of RMN that only few in this community have heard of. If you've never paid a few bucks to play a RPG Maker game, make an exception for this one.

2. BoxxyQuest: The Gathering Storm

My personal favorite on this site and thus the only game I've reviewed here so far. The sheer amount of creativity alone is overwhelming. If this was a site about "sitcoms", BoxxyQuest: The Gathering Storm would be Community, the best tv series you've never watched. Also: Mode 7. Can't go wrong with that.

3. Theia: The Crimson Eclipse

If you've ever looked at RMN's front page during the last weeks, you've seen the buzz - and it's justified. A gorgeous Sci Fi tale with lots of Italian-style drama, feels like listening to (the original) Rhapsody (of Fire), my most favorite Symphonic Metal band. This is a dark game, though (both lighting- and story-wise); be prepared for an emotionally grueling journey.

4. Last Scenario

When it comes to war campaign storylines and journeys of self-discovery, this is one of the best RPG Maker JRPGs out there, especially among RPG Maker XP games. Furthermore, it features an entertaining Triple Triad like mini game nicely tied-in with the game's most difficult optional bosses. It's also not on this site, which is all the more reason to give it a whirl.

5. A Very Long Rope To The Top Of The Sky

One of the most emotional(ly satisfying) storylines, a really good town-building feature: This "rope" is really long and not that easy to get into, but it's definitely worth the effort. Don't wear your most expensive wardrobe while playing, though, so it doesn't get wet.

6. Everlong

Has a JRPG ever been this long? Silly puns aside, the extensive feature list alone was enough to make me say: "Shut up and let me play your game!" This game has been polished for over 15 years - and it shows. The story is pretty "straight forward" and conventional, so if you're afraid other games on this list are too much of an "acquired taste" for you, Everlong will be a safe bet for a long and (nearly) everlasting fun playthrough.

7. Master Of The Wind

Since most JRPG protagonists are superheroes in human guise, there's no need to emphasize any superhero themes. This game is about superheroes, which makes it look and feel different, but it's an excellent one with challenging dungeons and gut-wrenching story twists. If this was a list about Naruto-like anime, Master Of The Wind would be Boku No Hero Academia (well, without the school theme).

8. Lakria Legends

Another beautiful RPG Maker 2003 JRPG. If you ever want to learn how to construct dungeons, learn from this game. If this list was about dungeon design alone, Lakria Legends would probably sit at the top. The dungeons give off a vibe of older The Legend of Zelda games without the "constraints" of real-time combat and annoying tools. This game shows what JRPGs can gain if they borrow - not too heavily - from games outside of the "JRPG comfort zone".

9. Therassia

Have you ever hoped to find a quality game buried somewhere (else) where only a select few find and enjoy it? Let me save you time and trouble: This is said game. It's reminiscent of Final Fantasy IV, which might be another bonus from your perspective. Fun fact: Being the only RPG Maker MV game on this list, you can tell that I'm not that fond of Enterbrain's latest engine.

10. Flip Dimensions

While it gets the job done in all other aspects, this game is full of excellent dialogues and anime tropes. If you like JRPGs and anime - and chances are you do -, this game is a must-play. It also earns a special award for the most brilliant boss rush segment in RPG Maker gaming history.
CashmereCat
Self-proclaimed Puzzle Snob
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author=StarSkipp
4. Mad Father(Might not count)

Yes, unfortunately as per the rules games made using non-Enterbrain engines are not counted. I will put your #5 as #4, #6 as #5, et cetera until #10 becomes #9 and I will leave #10 on your list blank. You can choose another #10 if you'd like.

KyleLascar, your descriptions for why you chose each game are quite a cool extra. As for everyone posting with links and details, even if they aren't completely necessary, they are helpful. Certainly they're useful to those wanting to find the games for themselves.

Edit: Also, I forgot about Clock of Atonement! Thanks for reminding me, StarSkipp. I've edited my list to include that marvelous game.

Edit #2: List updated.
1. Space Funeral
2. Wither
3. Three Ghostly Roses
4. OFF
5. Lisa The Painful RPG
6. Soma Spirits
7. One Shot
8. Melon Journey
9. Red Trees
10. Lavender
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