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Battlegrounds: RPG Edition vs VASSAL Engine

Battlegrounds: RPG Edition

battlegroundsgames.com

VASSAL Engine

vassalengine.org

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FigureBattlegrounds: RPG EditionVASSAL Engine
Price fromFreeFree
Free planYesYes
Free trialYes—
Open source——
WindowsYesYes
macOSYesYes
Linux—Yes
Plans published101
Spec score · Virtual Tabletop Software9.1 (#4)7.3 (#24)
IntegrationsBRPG supports LAN and online games, while users provide their own internet service.VASSAL can import modules created by Aide de Camp 2; its documentation says support for other formats is planned for the future.
SupportThe maker's testimonials report fast, personal developer responses and strong customer care, but no formal service-level agreement is published.The project directs users to its documentation and forum for help, and offers live chat through Discord.

Plans

Battlegrounds: RPG Edition

  • DemoFree
  • BRPG Floating License$14, paid once
  • BRPG Player Client$14, paid once
  • Floating License$14, paid once
  • Player Client$14, paid once
  • BRPG License Upgrade$16, paid once
  • Player-to-GM upgrade$16, paid once
  • BRPG GM Client$28, paid once
  • GM Client$28, paid once
  • Floating License 5-pack$60, paid once

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VASSAL Engine

  • VASSAL EngineFree

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In their own words

Battlegrounds: RPG Edition

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.

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VASSAL Engine

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