SquareForge - Modular Dungeons (Tile System for RPG Mapping)

[GX.Sigma]

They look really nice, but a lot of dungeons are drawn in 10-foot scale on graph paper, and 10-foot-wide corridors are pretty standard in D&D... Any plans for a tileset that would be more compatible with that?

 

[the Jester]

These look worlds better than Dungeon Tiles.

Nonetheless, I've found that preprinted map bits don't do it for me- they are simply too restrictive. GX.Sigma mentions the 10' corridor as one example; I'd add "anything with an unusual shape" to the list. For instance, how would you do a circular room? What about irregular caves with winding passages? 45 degree angle intersections? Etc. I've given up on prebuilt walls and terrain pieces for this reason (I have a bunch of old wall pieces from some cool company or other, but they're all straight).

For me, unless premade terrain features can give me exactly what I have on my own map, I've found myself completely dissatisfied. So, while these are cool- and honestly, for the tiles crowd, they are probably a win- I personally wouldn't be interested.

Don't take that as discouragement, though; like I said, if I was a tile guy, I'd jump on them as a "better than what I have seen out there right now" option.

 

[SquareForge]

What about irregular caves with winding passages?

The Cavern/Water tile set is a good example of tiles that have more jagged edges. I'm still waiting to proof the finished product, the deck should arrive in the mail by Monday, but for now, take a look at this early prototype that uses cavern walls. I'm doing the same thing with water too... And I can do the same thing with rounded walls, and can cover a lot of other trouble areas too. Diagonal paths could present a problem without some sort of special connector piece, but I'm already considering creating an add-on deck for 10' wide corridors. Keep those ideas coming..

By the way, thanks for the compliments too! I really appreciate your feedback.

 

[Dice4Hire]

Well, ten foot wide corridors just need tiles that have three in a row on one edge the corridor. Put them side by side and you are set.

Looking at the sets above, it seems a bit weak on ten foot wide corridor possibilities, so might be something to change a bit.

I do have to say the pictures are definitely winning me over. I have tons of flip maps and dungeon tiles and dungeon command tiles and WOTC boardgame tiles, but these could be another option for me to pursue.

 

[Nytmare]

Though I would never really have a use for them, these look really spectacular. Had these been an option while I was still fumbling around trying to find my mapping style they would have definitely been one of the top contenders.

These stand head and shoulders above Dungeon Tiles.

 

[the Jester]

Okay, now you've impressed me again!

One thing I'd add to this discussion- though it looks like you're probably already on the same page- is not to add in arbitrary features like dead bodies, magic circles, etc. Those REALLY limit how useful a lot of Dungeon Tiles are.

If these do well, you might consider adding an urban/city set.

Good luck!

 

[SquareForge]

I made these two mock-up images to demonstrate the use of the Cavern/Water deck. Keep in mind, this was created in Photoshop, so the finished cards are going to look a little different (rounded corners, for example). But this should give you at least one idea of how these tile sets look assembled.. By the way, I should receive the Cavern/Water deck in the mail on Monday or Tuesday. If they pass my personal quality control inspection, then I'll be sure to post some actual photos. (fingers crossed)

 

[SquareForge]

Okay, now you've impressed me again!

One thing I'd add to this discussion- though it looks like you're probably already on the same page- is not to add in arbitrary features like dead bodies, magic circles, etc. Those REALLY limit how useful a lot of Dungeon Tiles are.

If these do well, you might consider adding an urban/city set.

Good luck!

Yeah, I totally agree... Arbitrary features should never be added to a modular tile set. We can add our own props later. (as in the last couple of photos that I posted, you can see the inclusion of a bunch of handmade clay props and figures)

By the way too... I'm launching this product-line with the Dungeon/Forest and the Cavern/Water decks, but I intend to create a lot more over the course of the first year.. Here's a list of the terrain sets that I have on my list for development so far.. (I'm always looking for more ideas!)

• Desert/Marsh
• Hell/Ice-Snow
• Mountains/Jungles
• Tombs/Graveyards
• Castles/Ruins
• Cities/Sewers
• Villages/Forts
• Roads/Trails
• Plus: Urban, Space, Technology, Gothic, Zombie Apocalypse & more!

 

[darjr]

I think some of those props as separate punch out tokens would be a fantastic stretch goal. Doors and secret doors, furniture, fires, some terrain, bodies, carts and small huts and tents and market booths and....

 

[mach1.9pants]

Dude this is awesome! Having loved the tiles in the WotC board games I was waiting for them to release more, a no brainer. But they didn't and you have so when can I send you my money!?