Using a TV as a battle map - suggestions and advice
Feb 13, 2023 · Not sure if someone already mentioned this, but if you're planning to set the TV directly on the table, make sure to give it some "breathing space" underneath. I use like 2" PVC couplers to sit it on so the TV can vent out the back. I learned the hard way when it kept shutting off from overheating before I did that.
Need software/maps for spare TV becoming D&D table
Jul 29, 2024 · Once you get the hang of it it's not too bad. The added bonus in Roll20 is that I had one of my players join the campaign. That way, he can use his computer to display on the TV. Makes it easy for me to concentrate on enemy tokens and fog of way reveals because he can now control the map scroll on the TV.
TV/Monitor as a Gaming Table: A Question About Scaling Images
Sep 19, 2023 · I use one. I use MapTool by RPTools with 2 instances open. One with the DM tools and one as if it were a player connected over LAN.
What are people using for having a TV as your battlemap?
Dec 16, 2019 · There are a few different options for using a TV as your gaming screen. You could use a streaming device such as a Chromecast or Apple TV to stream your game from your computer or laptop to the TV. You could also connect your computer or laptop directly to the TV using an HDMI cable.
Best Digital Map Tools for an In-Person Session - D&D Beyond
Sep 1, 2017 · It is $10. You can upload whatever maps or imagery you want. It is not a VTT--it is for in-person gaming specifically. It doesn't require a monthly fee, nor 2 computers to work--you need a phone and a TV with Chromecast or AppleTV attachments (which can be purchased separately if you have an older TV).
40" tv for VTT...which program for maps? - General Discussion
Feb 13, 2023 · I am wanting to use a 40" tv, laid flat on a table, to display battle maps. For those that have done this, what image viewer or program do you recommend to display the maps at the proper size; 1" square = 5'? I want to use a regular image viewer, not something like Roll20 or other VTT program.
D&D in-person with a TV for the battle map and world view
Mar 17, 2023 · Hey folks, I am a new DM who was just printing out the paper map for my players to use on the table for Dnd. I took a hands-off approach to metagaming but, recently I had an issue with a new player where he saw the entire map and wanted to know every room and what the room is used for.
D&D Virtual Tabletop: A Closer Look | Dungeons & Dragons
Mar 28, 2023 · Once we are satisfied with the core experience, we will work on creation tools next. We want players to be able to customize their characters and the miniatures used to represent them. We also want DMs to be able to quickly build worlds to play at their table, all while cutting down the amount of time needed to prep a session.
The Official D&D VTT: Navigating Maps on D&D Beyond
D&D Beyond's Maps virtual tabletop is an online tool designed to emulate the experience of playing at a real table with maps and miniatures. Maps integrates into your D&D Beyond library, allowing you to pull together your collection of books, monster tokens, and your player's character sheets for an experience that combines the convenience of ...
Simplest set-up for running digital map? - D&D Beyond
Sep 4, 2019 · And owlbear rodeo which is a super simple approach. Both are great in their respective areas but both lack in certain things. Do your own research and for your own opinion, but I’m leaning more towards owlbear rodeo personally . We’re currently running a small 32” tv inside of a poker table, visuals pushed by a laptop and hdmi cable. Easy ...