How to Integrate Selenium Scripts in RPG Maker XP for Automated Testing?

[darcie.eves]

Hey everyone,

I've been experimenting with RPG Maker XP for a while now, and I absolutely love the creative freedom it offers. Recently, I've been thinking about ways to test my events and game mechanics more efficiently--especially with large projects.

I have some basic knowledge of automated testing, and I came across Selenium Online Training, which sparked an idea. I know Selenium is primarily used for browser automation, but has anyone here ever tried using it (or any other automation tool) to simulate inputs or test game flows in RPG Maker?

Is it even possible to connect Selenium with RGSS somehow, or would a custom script/plugin be a better solution?

I'd love to hear if anyone in the community has attempted something similar or has ideas on how to automate testing in RPG Maker XP.

Thanks in advance for your insight.

Best,
Darcie

[Machito The Gray One]

Selenium won't work with RPG Maker XP. Selenium relies on web browsers and HTML DOM elements to function, whereas RMXP runs as a native Windows desktop application (Game.exe) powered by RGSS (Ruby). Because there's no browser DOM for Selenium to hook into, it can't detect or interact with what's happening on screen.