Battlegrounds: RPG Edition vs Let's Role

Battlegrounds: RPG Edition (BRPG) is downloadable virtual tabletop software for running pen-and-paper roleplaying games online or offline on macOS and Windows. It is designed to work with any RPG rules system or genre. Groups can use battle maps with optional square or hex grids, move digital miniatures and props, and reveal explored areas with Dynamic Fog of War that accounts for light and special vision. Its dice roller supports standard and polyhedral dice, while the configurable Turn Sequencer tracks turns and can keep character stats. Built-in text chat includes group and private conversations, in-character and out-of-character modes, aliases, macros, and exportable logs. Users can supply maps and artwork or use the maker’s free and commercial artpacks and digital game conversions. BRPG also supports LAN and online games, though users provide their own internet service. A free Demo has usage limits; one-time paid licenses start at 14.00 USD. The maker says the programs remain supported but are no longer being developed or updated.

Let’s Role is an online virtual tabletop for playing role-playing games, with tools for players, game masters and people building game systems. Listed systems include Dungeons & Dragons, Vampire, Call of Cthulhu, Pathfinder, Cyberpunk Red and Shadowrun. Play tools include dice, journals, maps, music, a sound board, emotional safety tools, a PDF library and a media manager. Maps can use dynamic lighting, video backgrounds and phased layouts, and synchronized music can play songs available on YouTube. Game-system creators can assemble systems with interface components and use JavaScript for advanced functions. The Android and iOS apps sync with the desktop version and support real-time dice rolls connected to tables. Browser access requires an up-to-date version of Google Chrome or Firefox. The free Basic plan includes all features and 125MB of storage, with ads in the mobile app. Paid plans provide more storage and remove mobile ads; listed capacities are 500MB, 6GB and 15GB. The site directs users to its Help Center and Discord community for assistance.