While there are other mapmaking software available, it’s safe to say that Dungeon Alchemist is one of the best there is, especially for fantasy and tabletop gamers. It’s not highly technical, but not immediately accessible either. You will need to spend some time to fully understand the possibilities you can do with it. Still, to fully utilize this program, there’s a learning curve required. You can even create an entire map based on randomized events, without worrying about access or uniformity. If you’re not sure of what you want, the mapmaker also comes with a randomize button. Also, as a fantasy-oriented mapmaker, you can choose from its wide range of presets such as drops, treasures, and traps.
Then, you can focus on the details - moving the fireplace, rotating the couch, or resizing the shelves - and create every part of your map exactly how you envision it. Its grid-based object placement and its presets for every room type make everything faster and easier.Īfter plotting your map in the 2D space, the app also automatically creates its 3D equivalent. With Dungeon Alchemist, you no longer have to worry about minor stuff. The challenge with fantasy mapmaking is that not everyone has the time to go over the details, such as the lighting in each room or how to keep the outer walls aligned.
