Five D&D map making programs you've (probably) never tried
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Published 2023-12-03
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I tested out five MORE D&D/TTRPG map makers to find out how to make D&D battle maps super easily. I tested out Dungeon Scrawl, Talespire, Chronos Builder, Arkenforge, and Dragon Map Maker. I am always trying to reduce my DM prep time and make it easier on myself, so starting to make my own D&D 5e battle maps felt like it could be a step in the wrong direction. However, if I could produce maps that made me excited to show my D&D fifth edition players, without spending too much time, then I knew I'd stick with it. I can definitely see myself using at least two of these programs going forward!
Dungeon Scrawl:
www.dungeonscrawl.com/
Talespire:
talespire.com/
Chronos Builder:
chronosbuilder.com/
Arkenforge:
arkenforge.com/
Dragon Map Maker:
www.dragonmapmaker.com/
#00:00 some amazing maps
#01:44 Dungeon Scrawl
#04:24 Talespire
#09:29 Improved Initiative
#10:52 Chronos Builder
#14:51 Arkenforge
#19:16 Dragon Map Maker
#23:06 5 more map making programs!
All Comments (21)
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I'd love a more in depth analysis of your favourite ones, or a comprehensive analysis after you've used them for a while :) Thanks for the great video!
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YO you were the one who introduced me to improved initiative! Congrats on getting sponsored by them.
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<secretly reboxes The Sims as a D&D map maker> 😂
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Dragon Map Maker looks awesome! I think that workflow will be intuitive to anyone who has played The Sims, and it produces gorgeous results. Definitely gonna keep an eye on it.
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Thank you so much for giving Arkenforge a go! The quality of your videos is absolutely stunning!
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Dragon reminds me of using DoomCad to design Doom levels back in the late 90s. You design the structure then assign a texture or bitmap to each surface. I think this is overall better because you can reassign a texture or style to an individual piece without having to replace it.
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I always love to find out about more builders to try and keep an eye on. Hadn't heard of most of these so thanks for sharing and making this video.
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Great overview of these tools. I will be checking some out. Keep up the great work.
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I used Dungeondraft for my VTT games, I like it quite a lot, even with just the default assets. But I'll probably branch out to extra assets once I get beter at using it
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The Dragon map maker assets look beautiful
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Great series. TY for sharing!
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I like RPG Stories quite a bit (on Steam). It still has a way to go, but it's getting cooler and more in depth with every Update. Also the Discord is super friendly, helpful and fun!
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Once you get used to Talespire, it is super cool. The way that it is able to strip away blocks by layer when you zoom in, set up custscenes, and use lighting is truly brilliant. Also, mods are actually really easy to use with it as well.
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I don't know where you came from in my feed but thanks for this. simple, great videos. You sir, have my subscription.
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We are getting closer to the randomly generated DnD game I always dreamed of.
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Terrific mustache!
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Dungeon Alchemist and DungeonDraft are my go to apps for map making
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Subscribed for the content, sticking around for the moustache 👌
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Hey there! Love your vids! If i may i have a request: what about an easy, fast and cheap way to have your maps while live playing? I used to be an online master, but now I am starting to play live and i find this pretty difficult.
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Talespire gets faster the more you use it.
You can save your slabs/use slabs from talestavern and once you have tons of prefab slabs, your prep time improve drastically
