articy:draft X
7.4#4 in game narrative design softwareFrom €69.99 a yearFree planAPImacOSSelf-hostedWindows
Visitarticy:draft X vs Visual Novel Maker
Visual Novel Maker
6.6#9 in game narrative design software$59.99 one-timeAndroidiOSWebLinux
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | articy:draft X | Visual Novel Maker |
|---|---|---|
| Localization | Localization includes project languages, state tracking, Excel import/export, voice-over workflows, reports and optional DeepL translation. | Game text can be localized through a language tab or exported to CSV for collaboration. |
| Purpose | articy:draft X is a narrative design and game writing tool for creating and managing interactive stories. | Visual Novel Maker is a visual novel creation tool aimed at aspiring artists and writers. |
articy:draft X plans
- articy:draft X FREEFree
- articy:draft X Monthly subscription€6.99 a month
- Single User Monthly subscription€7.98 a month
- Team bundles€56 a month
- articy:draft X Annual subscription€69.99 a year
- Single User Annual subscription€79.99 a year
Visual Novel Maker plans
- Visual Novel Maker$59.99, paid once
- Visual Novel Maker + Live2D$69.99, paid once
Pick articy:draft X if…
articy:draft X suits game writers and narrative designers building branching stories, especially those working with Unity or Unreal. Teams needing shared project access can consider the multi-user options.
Pick Visual Novel Maker if…
Visual Novel Maker suits aspiring artists and writers building visual novels with branching dialogue, localized text, and custom extensions. It may also suit creators who want included character, background, music, and sound assets.