Show HN: Dnd-Map-App – An Open-Source Virtual Battle Map for Your TV

2 points by xetorthio 2 years ago · 0 comments · 1 min read

Hello HN!

I'm excited to share `dnd-map-app`, an open-source project I've been working on to enhance tabletop RPG sessions, especially for Dungeons & Dragons. This tool transforms your TV into a dynamic battle map, providing an immersive and interactive experience for both the Dungeon Master (DM) and players.

Key Features: - Fog of War: Reveal hidden areas as players explore. - Interactive Map Control: Move around, zoom in and out, and adjust the map in real-time. - Area Effects: Add visual representations for spells and other effects. - Web-Based Interface: Access the battle map from any modern browser.

Technologies Used: - React: For building the user interface. - Konva.js: For 2D canvas animations and rendering. - Websockets: For real-time communication between the DM and player interfaces.

If you're interested in trying it out or contributing, please check out the README on the GitHub repository (https://github.com/yourusername/dnd-map-app) for detailed setup instructions and more information.

I look forward to your feedback and hope you'll join me in making our tabletop sessions even more magical!

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