[MZ] Layer Visibility

Transform your game's visual storytelling with precise layer control that goes beyond standard RPG Maker limitations.

What It Does

PICO Layer Visibility gives you real-time control over your map's tilemap layers during gameplay. Hide ground tiles to reveal underground areas, toggle wall layers for dramatic reveals, or create dynamic environmental changes that respond to player actions.

Key Features

Dynamic Layer Control

• Show/hide any of the 6 tilemap layers (ground, walls, decorations, roofs, shadows, regions)
• Toggle layers instantly during gameplay without map transitions
• Perfect for revealing hidden passages, creating day/night cycles, or puzzle mechanics

Easy Implementation

• Simple script calls: $gameMap.hideLayer(0) or $gameMap.showLayer(2)
• Plugin commands for use in events
• No complex setup required - works immediately after installation

Developer-Friendly

• Built-in console commands for testing (LayerVisibility.test())
• Configurable default visibility settings
• Persistent layer states within map sessions
• Professional alias system for compatibility

Creative Possibilities

Environmental Storytelling: Reveal story elements by hiding ceiling layers to show what's happening above, or hide ground layers to expose underground secrets.

Dynamic Puzzles: Create switches that reveal hidden pathways by toggling wall layers, or design areas that change based on player progress.

Atmospheric Effects: Hide shadow layers for ethereal dream sequences, or toggle decoration layers for before/after scenarios.

Performance Optimization: Hide unnecessary layers in specific areas to improve performance on lower-end devices.

Perfect For

• Adventure games with layered reveals and hidden areas
• Puzzle games requiring dynamic environment changes
• Story-driven RPGs with dramatic visual transitions
• Horror games needing sudden environmental shifts
• Any project wanting more control over map visuals

Technical Excellence

Built with professional standards, PICO Layer Visibility uses multiple interception methods to ensure compatibility across different RPG Maker MZ setups. The plugin is lightweight, efficient, and designed to work seamlessly with other plugins.

Compatible with RPG Maker MZ | Immediate Use | Professional Support

Elevate your game's visual narrative with the precision control your creative vision deserves.