RPG Map Editor Blog
Guides, tutorials, and tips for creating D&D battle maps, dungeon maps, and VTT-ready exports.
Best Free Dungeon Generator Guide
Use a free procedural dungeon generator with random replayable seeds, connected rooms, five visual themes, graph and heatmap views, plus PNG and JSON downloads.
How to Make Your First D&D Battle Map (Step-by-Step)
A beginner-friendly guide to creating your first D&D battle map with terrain, grid sizing, props, and VTT export — no art skills required.
Battle Map Sizing Guide for Roll20 and Foundry VTT
Exact pixel dimensions, grid cell sizes, and export settings for battle maps that display correctly on Roll20 and Foundry VTT without scaling artifacts.
5 Common Battle Map Mistakes (and How to Fix Them)
Avoid the most frequent battle map design errors that frustrate players and slow down combat — with practical fixes for each.
Designing Dungeon Rooms for Tactical Combat
How to design dungeon rooms that create interesting tactical choices — elevation, choke points, hazards, and objectives that make every encounter memorable.
Exporting Maps to Virtual Tabletops: Roll20, Foundry, and Beyond
Complete guide to exporting battle maps from RPG Map Editor to Roll20, Foundry VTT, Owlbear Rodeo, and other virtual tabletop platforms.
Browser-Based vs Desktop RPG Map Editors: Which Workflow Fits You?
An honest comparison of browser-based RPG map editors and desktop map-making apps — covering accessibility, features, offline use, file management, and VTT integration.
Top Free Battle Map Tools for DMs in 2026
A curated list of the best free battle map tools for Dungeon Masters — including browser editors, desktop apps, and VTT-integrated options with honest pros and cons.
Hex Maps vs Square Grids: When to Use Each for Your RPG
A practical guide to choosing between hex maps and square grids for your RPG campaign — covering movement, combat, exploration, and VTT compatibility.
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