Yes, technically they can, but only in low resolution. Paying for high-quality content makes more sense if you’ll be using it in high-resolution (i.e. with a MapForge license).

Windows (7 or higher). Mac OS X (using the WINE version). While there is no native Linux support, Linux users should be able to run the software using WINE or Virtualbox.

A MapForge license is for a single computer. When you get a new computer to replace your old one, you can claim a new license code free of charge (and the old license code will be disabled). If you really need to use the software on another computer simultaneously, there's a low cost option for a second license, which you can read about here: https://www.mapforge-software.com/product/mapforge-license-for-2nd-computer/ I may someday release MapForge on Steam. If that happens, you should be able to use the app on any computer you want, as long as it meets the modest system requirements.

That depends. In principle, yes you can, but be aware that many Add-Ons will probably have publishing restrictions (e.g., Personal use only). If your maps don’t use any Add-Ons with such restrictions, you should be OK to publish what you create with the app (as long as you aren’t infringing anyone else’s IP). There are currently close to 70 content Add-Ons for MapForge that ARE approved for publishing or commercial use, and dozens of them are even free! You can view them here: https://www.mapforge-software.com/product-category/approved-for-publishing-commercial-use/?orderby=price All of the Add-Ons from THIS particular campaign will be for Personal Use Only, but it's worth nothing that if you're interested in using the Add-Ons commercially, it should be possible (though it would require an additional fee for the original artist/creator).

Each content Add-On will probably cost $1 to $2 more than the prices listed on the campaign page, when they are offered for general purchase on the MapForge Store (probably in January 2025). Supporting this campaign will not only save you money, it will also ensure that the proposed content Add-Ons get made in the first place.

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