Dungeon Sketch

Dungeon Sketch: Free & Open-Source Tabletop RPG Map Creator

A free and open-source software for creating dungeon maps and battlemaps for tabletop RPGs like D&D, featuring an intuitive drag-and-drop interface and various tools.

What is Dungeon Sketch?

Dungeon Sketch is a free, open-source software designed specifically for creating dungeon maps, battlemaps, and other RPG maps for tabletop roleplaying games like Dungeons & Dragons. Developed by a small team of RPG enthusiasts, it aims to provide an easy-to-use yet powerful mapping tool for Game Masters and players.

The software has an intuitive drag-and-drop user interface that allows you to quickly sketch out dungeon layouts and encounter locations using tools like the brush, line, shape, and text tools. It comes packed with numerous floor, wall, and prop textures as well as a vast library of tokens representing heroes, monsters, items, terrain features, and more that you can easily drag onto your maps.

Once your map is ready, Dungeon Sketch offers functions like fog of war, vision blocking, GM-only secret areas, and battle tracking. There are also features for easily exporting and sharing your maps with others. The software is completely free and open-source, with the code hosted on GitHub.

While more advanced than other free mapping tools, Dungeon Sketch provides a user-friendly middle ground between simplicity and power. It hits a nice sweet spot for those wanting more customizability and features than basic software like Hex Kit or Roll20, but find programs like Dungeondraft or Campaign Cartographer too complex.

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