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    Steam Gamemaker 2020.6+ Steam Ext is giving me "improper app configuration" error when not in debug?

    I know these types of questions suck to answer but I'm truly at a loss. I was able to compile another game fine with the steamworks ext, but it's just not working for me now on 2022.8 . Here's the steps I've taken- I Downloaded steamworks ext. I Put in folder path to sdk. I put in app ID. I...
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    Game performance histogram in Steam

    I have a plan later in the year to start working towards Steam integration for the game that I am working on (haven't started and only looking at the API so far). One thing I want to have as part of the game is a histogram showing the players performance compared to other players (similar to...
  3. COWCAT

    GameMaker Switching between Steam and DRM Free builds

    Hi, I've upgraded from an older GameMaker version to 2022.8. I've implemented the Steamworks extension. It appears to run fine, but I have a small issue. When exporting a package using YYC, there are compiling errors when linking, complaining about the lack of "steam_update()" etc if I dare...
  4. Rafael Augusto

    Windows Create leaderboards in Steam

    How to implement a leaderboard system within steam? The most I could do was upload the score inside the steamworks dashboard! The manual steamworks ext only contains the coding to implement the leatherboards in the game! I would like to create leaderboards within steam!
  5. ZeGGamer

    GameMaker Gamepad not registering in project

    Hello I've been working on my first commercial game for a long time now and I'm getting ready for release on steam. I have controller support for the game, but for some reason it stopped working recently. I don't know what caused this, and I've even made some tests to see what the problem is...
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    Updating my GMS game on Steam

    Im about to make my first update to my GMS1.4 game on Steam. How exactly does updating a game on Steam work tho? How do you do it specifically. Also, how are files like save files (.sav) affected, if they are? Thanks a ton beforehand.
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    Problem with Steam Integration

    Hello all, 4 months ago I started making a game and got the Steam integration running through the old "Game Options" menu and YellowAfterLife's Steamworks implementation. A week ago I came back to developing the game after some time off, because I was moving to a new home. I updated everything...
  8. Rafael Augusto

    Steam Save ini file to steam cloud

    My code is big and I had the following idea, see the code below: I would like to save in ini save in Steam Cloud delete the ini and access through the clouds! Would this idea work cool? avoid formatting, cheats, and code modification bugs? would the code below work? ini_open("savefile.ini")...
  9. Paris - ALL iN

    ZONERS [Demo Available] (Ridiculous souped up pong with LGBTQ+ aliens & tons of accessibility features)

    Hey all, my name's Paris and I'd like to share my next game with you :) Mostly a solo developer, I'm working on a single & multiplayer fictional sports game called ZONERS. It's a bit like the mutant child of Super Smash Bros., Windjammers, Lethal League & Mario Strikers. An atypical cast of...
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    Mac OSX FAILED: Run Program Complete

    I have both monoframework and xcode installed. Steam version refuses to launch at all and I can launch Gamemaker that I downloaded but not run the project. "/Users/Shared/GameMakerStudio2/Cache/runtimes/runtime-2022.3.0.497/bin/Igor.exe" -j=8...
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    SOLVED Black screen

    (Steam version) Hello. I've updated my GameMaker and the game now shows me a black screen. The game itself is functional, i can still press the buttons and hear sounds of my player. Any suggestions? I've tried to re-install my GM multiple times, nothing worked. P.S. black screen also appeared...
  12. Rafael Augusto

    Windows Help with Steamworks ext

    What files do I need to put in the directory to upload and connect game maker to steamworks! What do I need to do in the application in the graphic below to turn on steamworks with game maker 2
  13. Rafael Augusto

    GameMaker Steam Game Maker - Show Leaderboards to players

    How to show leaderboards on steam to players. I was only able to upload it within the steamworks system. For windows desktop version.
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    Steam Gamemaker Steamworks Extension Error despite steamworks sdk functioning and relatively simple set up?

    Hi, sorry to ask another question. I'm using the new gamemaker extension for steam exports and something isn't working for me. I've entered in my steam id into the steamworks dill, ive pathed the post_build_step.bat into my steamworks sdk folder, and I know it's working because i can upload...
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    GameMaker Where is the steam export button/enter steam id???

    I've been using gamemaker for years with a permanent license. Not sure when this happened, but I no longer see a button to enable steam exports. Did YoYo remove the ability for people with a permanent desktop license to export to steam???
  16. KyleRansford

    Steam How to Transition from 32-bit Game to 64-bit?

    I have a released game on Steam, that has been using the 32-bit runtime since it was released, and the version people have been using. Since GameMaker is going to 64-bit only, what would be the best way to let current players know that future releases will be 64-bit only? I don't want to just...
  17. adriannn1992

    Steam NecroArcher

    Run & gun action arrow shooting game with precise platforming. Game with retro style graphic and modern gameplay. You can upgrade your archer with special items and new weapons available on the map and in stores. Fetures: various items and costumes that adds special abilities 24 missions...
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    GameMaker Pads other than gamepad no longer recognised in Steam build

    Hi, since updating to 2022.2 players can't connect controllers in the Windows Steam build, other than gamepad. I'm using the new Steam extention and the project works fine, except for this issue. Previously players could use 8bit do, PS4 and other pads with the game via Steam, now they don't...
  19. Rafael Augusto

    Opinion Now the game is complete and finished

    I want to post in the "Made with Game Maker" section now my game is complete and finished. It has been moved to "Work in Progress" can I post it now? the link is: https://forum.yoyogames.com/index.php?threads/macshot.93677/ https://store.steampowered.com/app/1895280/MacShot/
  20. KyleRansford

    GameMaker Question About How GameMaker will Proceed in the Future

    I just started to wonder something about how GameMaker will proceed in future versions after rebranding to just "GameMaker" instead of GameMaker Studio 2. What I mean is, people with permanent licenses were talking about if they would be able to keep their permanent licenses after YoYo Games...
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