
Battlegrounds: RPG Edition
7.3#4 in virtual tabletop software$14 one-timeFree planmacOSWindows
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| Fact | Battlegrounds: RPG Edition | MapTool |
|---|---|---|
| Integrations | BRPG supports LAN and online games, while users provide their own internet service. | MapTool macros can call REST services, and the maker documents using Syrinscape’s REST API to play sounds for connected players. |
| Product | BRPG is downloadable virtual tabletop software for running pen-and-paper roleplaying games online or offline. | MapTool is a virtual tabletop for creating detailed maps and replacing pen, paper, battle mats, and dice. |
BRPG suits groups looking for a desktop virtual tabletop that can accommodate different RPG rules and genres, as well as some boardgames and wargames. A GM who needs to host sessions will need a GM Client license; the Player Client cannot host.
MapTool suits game masters and players who want an installable virtual tabletop with online play and visibility controls. It can also fit users who are comfortable configuring campaign properties and code macros for complex rolls or calculations.