Fantasy Map Maker

Doopy Games · Board game · 2024
1–100 · best 1 Solo 30–60 min Weight 2.0/5
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8.2 rating BGG
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Our Verdict

If you love creating your own worlds and drawing maps, Fantasy Map Maker is a treat! It's a super flexible solo game that becomes an amazing tool for your RPGs.

Highlights
  • Unique map creation each game
  • Great for RPGs and worldbuilding
  • Simple yet deep gameplay
  • Accessible print-and-play
Keep in mind
  • High language dependency
  • Requires drawing materials
  • Dice luck can influence
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
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About the game
Get ready to forge your own fantasy realm with Fantasy Map Maker! This game is more than just a single play; it's a system for you to bring unique worlds to life, whether for your RPG campaigns or just for the joy of building something from scratch. With each session, you'll unravel a new map, adding terrains, buildings, and points of interest that will shape your setting. The core mechanic revolves around rolling dice and using those results to fill out a "feature wheel" (which acts like a tech tree), dictating what you can add to your map. It's a roll-and-write game with a touch of territory building and map addition, where your drawings and choices define the landscape. The beauty lies in its simplicity and replayability: each game is a new cartographic adventure. And the best part? It's a print-and-play game, so just download, print, and start drawing your world. Perfect for creators, RPG Game Masters needing quick inspiration, or anyone who enjoys the satisfaction of seeing a unique map emerge from their strokes. The complexity is moderate, making it accessible to most, but with enough depth to keep players engaged in expanding and developing their territories.
Rules videos

In English

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Game details

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Components: 6 x 6 Grids Components: Map (Regional scale) Mechanism: Drawing Mechanism: Roll-and-Write Players: Games with Solitaire Rules
Publisher Doopy Games
Designer Harry Metcalf
Artist Harry Metcalf
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fantasy Map Maker a solo game?
Yes! It's primarily designed as a solo game, perfect for those who enjoy playing alone or for RPG Game Masters needing inspiration for their worlds.
Do I need to print the game to play?
Exactly! It's a 'Print & Play' game, so you download the files, print them at home, and you can start creating your map.
What's the average playtime?
A typical game session lasts between 30 to 60 minutes, depending on your drawing speed and the decisions you make.
Is the game in English?
The game itself is in English. While mostly visual, it uses a 'feature wheel' that requires understanding English text. However, community translations might be available.
Do I need anything else besides the printed material?
Yes, you'll need pencils or pens to draw on your map and dice (usually 6 six-sided dice) to roll and guide your actions.
Is the game complicated to learn?
The complexity is considered low to moderate. The basic rules are easy to grasp, but the strategy of how to build your map can become quite interesting.
Can I play with more people?
Although designed for one player, the game's nature allows for adaptations for more people, but there are no official multiplayer rules.