Realm Architect's Kickstarter campaign is aiming for the stars, reaching several stretch goals already and surprising its backers with a free playable One-Shot designed by Jeff Cannata himself.
17 MAY 2023 – Realm Architect, an easy-to-use immersive worldbuilding VTT that lightens the burden on game masters everywhere, was funded within 48h and is going strong, reaching its 2nd stretch goal this week. The project is currently almost 400% funded and shows no sign of stopping anytime soon.
Realm Architect is a new Virtual Tabletop solution with a modern and intuitive user interface. It completely changes the way you create and play TTRPG campaigns, makes it easier than ever before to set up entire worlds, or Realms as they are called here, and removes the time-consuming stress of preparing everything down to the most minor of details.
Thanks to the generous TTRPG community backers, the project already reached two of its stretch goals, which means the VTT will be coming to Linux, Android and iOS and the first of many hematic updates is already guaranteed: The (In)Sanity update brings a Lovecraftian theme for fans of cosmic horror and the next step will launch Realm Architect into spaaaaaace!
Check out the Kickstarter here: kickstarter.com/projects/realmarchitect/realm-architect
Realm Architect is MORE than just another Virtual TableTop:
- It uses a VTT base as the blueprint, with all your data available in a digital platform
- but layers the accessibility of (single-player) RPG videogames on top,
- and adds easy-to-learn worldbuilding tools Game Masters have been craving.
Realm Architect's Kickstarter Trailer:
Recent highlights
- Realm Architect was funded in less than 48 hours
- It already reached two of its stretch goals with the third one in sight
- The Jeff Cannata one-shot filmed in Thornbury Castle (UK) is available for all to watch on YouTube
- The One Night at the Old Gold Inn one-shot will be playable for all Kickstarter backers, as a surprise gift!
Exclusive D&D One-Shot Adventure By Jeff Cannata
The Realm Architect team recorded an epic D&D one-shot adventure at a gorgeous location in Thornbury Castle and none other than Jeff Cannata, from Dungeon Run was the DM. This was a perfect moment to showcase the way Realm Architect can be used, yet it was not the main act and instead played the role of supporting character, facilitating the story being told.
One Night at the Old Gold Inn can be watched on YouTube and will be a playable campaign in Realm Architect, exclusive to all Kickstarter backers.
(Embargo: The video will air at 22:00 CEST/4PM EST - so we advise publishing this news after that time)
About Realm Architect
As life goes on, game masters often find themselves with a lack of time to invest in their running campaigns. Fatigue sets in, and they risk losing their motivation to plan ahead and gather all the resources or inspiration needed for the next session.
The team behind Realm Architect tried a lot of VTT solutions themselves, and understand the struggles all too well. Other tools require too much time to set up or require the GM to almost have an engineer's degree worth of technical know-how.
That's why the mission of Realm Architect is to empower players & creators in the TTRPG space to experience and create the best stories ever told with their immersive and easy-to-use worldbuilding VTT.
Key features
- Drag & Drop: The ease of use in Realm Architect is next to none, with zero coding required. Every essential element is right there for you to drag & drop onto your map.
- Easy to use codex: Whether you want to upload your own character sheets and monster manuals or use existing ones, it's as easy as the click of a button.
- No notes required: Our automated systems keep track of player HP, status effects, and even buffs & boons that affect your die-rolls. No need to write anything down, we do all the grunt work for you!
- Build Realms, not maps: You can navigate from the world map, to a town center, and waltz into the inn with a few clicks, no need to load separate scenes.
- Plug & Play: Realm Architect will have ready-made content for you to adventure through. Choose from campaigns made by experienced GMs and veteran publishers and find whatever your thrill-seeking heart may require.
- Make it your own: the UI will be customizable so the look & feel of the interface matches your campaign. Going for a Lovecraftian horror setting or a cyberpunk sci-fi thriller? Everything is possible.
Hear it from Jeff Cannata himself
So what did Jeff think of Realm Architect after his first campaign with the tool? Let's give the word to the man himself, as he expertly describes his experience with Realm Architect.
And here are two more videos with Jeff Cannata's personal feedback:
About the architects
Realm Architect is helmed by a passionate trio of friends, motivated by their drive to make TTRPGs more accessible to both veteran roleplayers, as well as fledgling new recruits. They noticed the growth of their treasured hobby was limited by the number of people entering and leaving the space as game masters, so they decided to help reduce the barrier to entry!
They are aided by Polygoat, an experienced Belgian game development studio that is well-equipped to bring their vision to life. Polygoat prepares the attention-grabbing visuals and helps code the tool.
For more information on Realm Architect, visit RealmArchitect.com or follow Realm Architect on Twitter, TikTok, and Facebook. You're also welcome to join the community on Discord where you are free to ask the developers any questions you may have or share your campaigns and realms with others.
