Dynamic Dungeons Editor Steam version is live now
With the Editor you can import my maps or your own images or video files into the storyline and make a four way playlist, with fog of war and a custom hexa and quad grid overlay, use png props, animations, particle effects and sounds.
The program is designed to make a four-way playlist of my pre-made videos, custom grid, and apply Fog of War. Although there are many customization options available and custom maps can be used/created with the application, be aware that Dynamic Dungeons maps ARE NOT MADE WITH THIS APP, but in various 3d software.
My motion maps can be played with any kind of media player! This application is actually for looping and customizing the maps I make, but you can import third party videos, sounds, and images as well. Saving a story is not available in the Editor demo version, and it does not contain Manager and Player.
See it in action
Questions and answers about the DD Editor
Are Dynamic Dungeons animated maps made with the Dynamic Dungeons Editor?
No, Dynamic Dungeons maps are not made in the DD Editor, but in various 3d software. Although there are many customisation options available and custom maps can be used / created with the application, this application is actually for looping and customising the maps I make, or build scenes with the available props or third party png files.
Can we play on-line with the Dynamic Dungeons Editor and Player?
No, it’s a local tabletop application for in person games, but there are some tricky ways to play online. You can stream your player window to your players using screen sharing on Zoom, Messenger etc.
All of my maps on Patreon have static jpg versions too, and I started releasing WebM versions as well, that can be used with most of the online VTTs.
If I become a patron, will I get the application too?
The software is not part of the patronage, you can buy it for 30 USD. The app is in constant development and the future updates are included in the price. All media players can play the videomaps, my software is for looping the videos smoothly and offers the advantage of playing videos with quad and hex grids, fog of war settings, props, tokens and particle effects.
Can my computer run the Dynamic Dungeons Editor and Player?
The Windows version needs WIN10, the minimum OS version for Mac is 10.15: “Catalina”. It’s hard to determine the hardware requirements because it depends on the size of your story and the number of props and particle effects you add to the scene, but a dedicated GPU is highly recommended. Try it now!
Perfectionism, passion
and creative freedom
Dynamic Dungeons is a one-man effort to get tabletop gaming looking as good as possible. My name is Tamas, a Hungarian 3D designer, musician and dungeon master, father of three. The roleplaying experiences of my youth made D&D an indelible part of my life. I actively returned to roleplaying a few years ago, first as a player and later as a DM. I started making living maps in 2018. In less than two years a supportive community of more than 3000 patrons has been developed around this concept and turned it to a full time job. I am extremely grateful to my generous patrons who made this possible.
Why Patreon?
Patreon is fundamentally a platform of support that puts a great deal of emphasis on creative freedom. Join to the community and help me to remain an independent creator.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to play on the TV screen with minis?
Playing on the Tv screen is easier than you think. Simply lay flat your TV. You can protect the screen with a cheap plexiglass sheet, and use dry or wet erase markers on it, so miniatures and dice rolls won’t damage the surface of the Tv. You can also project down the video onto a physical table with a HD projector.
How can the grid be displayed precisely as a 1” grid?
The gridded maps are optimized for 40” and 50″ TVs, where the size of the squares is exactly 1”.
If you have a smaller or larger screen, I suggest playing the gridless versions of the maps with the Dynamic Dungeons Editor and Player app where you can set custom hexa and quad grid overlay. The program also has a grid calculator.
TV or projector?
No, Dynamic Dungeons maps are not made in the DD Editor, but in various 3d software. Although there are many customisation options available and custom maps can be used / created with the application, this application is actually for looping and customising the maps I make, or build scenes with the available props or third party png files.
What kind of TV should I use?
Nowadays 4k TVs are getting relatively cheaper, so you probably will choose a 49 or 50″ UHD TV if you buy a new one for gaming. A cheaper, used 40” full HD resolution LCD device is still a good choice. If you are planning to buy a TV for gaming purposes, I recommend choosing a device with HDMI ports on the side and not the back. Avoid using TVs with an installed glass surface significantly distanced from the screen surface. (This was typical of older models. Due to the distance between the glass surface and the screen, you might experience a floating effect when viewing the figures placed on the screen from the side).
A 30” screen is fine, yet it will result in a smaller play surface, and you should consider buying the Dynamic Dungeons Player to apply 1″ grid on the videomaps.
Will it harm my TV if I lay it down on its back and put miniatures on top of it?
You can use plasma, lcd or Led Tv (wich is basically an LCD screen, but with LED backlighting), but which type TV it is doesn’t really matter for this predicament, as no flat screen is filled with floating gasses or millions of drops of anti-gravity techno-color liquids :). Nothing is going to settle at the bottom of your screen no matter how many years it stands on your table or hangs on your wall.
No, it’s not going to harm your TV internally to lay it down.
Special ventilation is only suggested if you have a built-in tv enclosed in the table.
How can I play the motion maps?
All media players are suitable, yet I recommend using the Dynamic Dungeons Editor and Player which can loop the videos smoothly. Additionally, it offers the advantage of playing videos with quad and hex grids, fog of war settings, tokens, and particle effects. (You need a dedicated video card in your computer to run this app)
What is Dynamic Dungeons Editor?
Dynamic Dungeons Editor is a local tabletop tool that was developed for game masters who use a TV or projector to map different premade backgrounds, videos, and images. Animations and particle effects, tokens, and audio files can be used to immerse your players.
Import Dynamic Dungeons maps or your own images or video files into the storyline and make a playlist, cover and reveal areas with the fog of war tool, apply custom size hex or quad grid overlay.
The Dynamic Dungeons Editor will help you to adjust the color of the video and static maps, import png tokens to represent the players and their foes. You can play various ambient sounds and use particle effects to pimp up static or animated maps.
(Although there are many customization options available and custom 2D maps can be created with the application, be aware that Dynamic Dungeons maps are not made with this app, but in various 3D software.)
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Can the maps be purchased separately?
My maps are only available through Patreon for the time being, yet the older maps will soon be available separately and in thematic packs. Chaotic good level supporters who support every or three creations of the month receive exclusive rewards.
How much does it cost to be a patron per month?
As I usually add 2-3 rewards per month, it will cost you 10 or 15 dollars a month to be a chaotic good patron. If you feel that’s too much, you can set a limit, e.g. a 10 dollar cap for your support. If you set a monthly max you may miss some exclusive rewards, that are sent out to Patrons, who support every (3) creation of the month. You can delete your support at any time.
How do I become eligible for exclusive rewards?
If you want to ensure you get all the maps, and exclusive rewards choose the Chaotic Good tier and support “every” creation. (Supporting 3 creations means the same) This does not necessarily mean you have to pay more. If I put out one map pack a month, it’s still $5, if I put out two, it’s 10. You can manage your Patreon pledge here: https://www.patreon.com/pledges
There are three conditions for obtaining exclusive versions:
- You are a Chaotic Good Patron
- You supported every creation in the previous month (3 or all of them)
3. You did not stop the support in the current month. (your setting is still 3 or “every creation”)
I send out the exclusive folders in a private Patreon message when posting.
If you didn’t get the exclusive map because you haven’t met the requirements yet, don’t worry! Support every (or 3) creation and receive the exclusive content of the month early next month.
What is all this about?
Most often, two sets are made, but occasionally three map packs are released in a month with extra effort. I would like to express my gratitude to those generous patrons who also support the third pack, so they are the ones I reward with the extra content. Support three creations – this could mean paying $15 some month, but getting extra stuff every month.
Am I charged $5 for every map I download?
No, once you join as a Patron, you’ll have immediate free access to the back catalog. You can even freely download more than 500 animated maps. As a Patron, you choose a donation tier for the future releases. You can cancel your patronage anytime, but I hope you’ll be satisfied and keep supporting me. Patrons who support every creations per month receive additional exclusive maps. Join here.
I seem to have been charged $5 for my membership twice this month. Is that an error or am I missing something?
My Patreon is a so-called “per creation” Patreon, so there is no monthly subscription fee. By joining, you get full access to the back catalog (practically free), and you choose a donation amount for future posts. This means that if I release one post, it will be $5, if I post two, it will be $10, if I post three, it will be $15. If I don’t post anything, it won’t even charge you. (We creators like it because it’s flexible, if we don’t work, we don’t charge, we don’t have to feel like we’re being paid for nothing by the patron. ) I publish two or three map packs a month. You can set a maximum, e.g. you can support up to three creations per-month. (In this case, you will also get the exclusive maps.) If you can only afford less, you can limit it to two creations, so the monthly fee can’t be more than $10. Learn more about it here!
Is there a list of the previously released maps?
Yes, there are archive catalogs and many other search options for my maps on Patreon.
In the so-called collections I have arranged the maps thematically, you can find them here: Collections
If you scroll down on the same link, there is a tag cloud where you can search for keywords.
Not only can you find recent posts here, but there’s also a search box if you want to search for a keyword.
Archive Catalogs:
PATREON ARCHIVE CATALOG 2023-2024
I am a CG patron, yet are there any posts I have no access to?
LN and NG posts contain less stuff than CG. The only reason they are closed is to avoid misleading duplicates and unnecessary system message notifications. If you are a CG patron you can be sure that you have access to everything and there is no extra content among LN and NG posts. There are exclusive versions made for nearly every map pack, so make sure you support every or three creations to gain access to everything.
If I decide to become a supporter, will I have access to previously released maps?
Yes, you will have free, instant access to all (more than 500) previously released maps, which you can download without making any additional payments. When joining, you can choose a donation tier for future releases. If you support every or three creations of the month, you’ll receive exclusive rewards too on a monthly basis.
What is a map pack?
A reward consists of more than a single map and instead involves at least two or even more designs. I make a number of map variations so the scenes could be used in multiple ways. I will strive to provide an increasing amount of content for future rewards. If you support every or three creations of the month, you’ll receive exclusive rewards too on a monthly basis.
Can I request themes?
Yes, I’m happy to hear your suggestions and I’ll do my best to satisfy the requests that inspire me.
Do you also make maps to order?
That depends on how much time I have left in the month apart from the works through Patreon. Should you have any questions, get in touch through the dynamicdungeons@gmail.com address.
Am I allowed to use the maps on a roleplaying live stream?
Yes, I’m happy to see my maps in action. Please mention or give credit in the description to Dynamic Dungeons. The preferred citation is the URL to my Patreon page, which is: https://www.patreon.com/dynamicdungeons