Is the RPG maker only turn-based combat?

[Helsinky]

Is the RPG maker only turn-based combat? Or, is there a version that allows for hack and slash type. I see that it has a lot of animations for battles to be only turn based. Just curious. I am considering purchasing RPG maker and wanted to be clear on it.
I watched some youtube videos and I loved it up until I saw that.

 

[bgillisp]

The default is turn based. if you want anything else you'll have to code it in yourself or see if there is an existing plug-in (for MV) or script (for ACE) which will do that for you.

 

[Engr. Adiktuzmiko]

The default code of the engine is for turn-based combat, but given its powerful scripting capability (especially if you're gonna use MV), you can make anything else as long as you can code it or find someone who can.

There are also some publicly available plugins or scripts for that kind of battle system, for reference we call them ABS (action battle system)

 

[TheoAllen]

You can make action battle in RPG Maker. But if the action battle is going to be the first thing you want to do in RPG Maker, then prepare for a wild ride. Because it is not a default function, but you can change it with third-party plugins.

 

[mlogan]

I've moved this thread to MV Support. Please be sure to post your threads in the correct forum next time. Thank you.

 

[Archeia]

I also don't recommend making action based games in RPG Maker either. Remember, RPG Maker closely resembles Dragon Quest maker than anything else.