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Obsidian Portal vs Wikily
Both stand on game wiki software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan APIWeb
Obsidian Portal combines campaign notes and group tools, with a free option and expanded storage and privacy choices on Ascendant. Basic's map and storage limits are worth weighing against the campaign's needs.
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Free plan iPhoneWebWindows
Wikily provides a structured way for game communities to publish and maintain wiki content, including interactive maps and shared datasets. Keep the translation and advertising limits in mind when planning for readers.
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| Obsidian Portal | Wikily | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | API, Web | iPhone, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Ascendant: $49.99 a year | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 3 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | obsidianportal.com | wikily.gg |
| On game wiki software | #10 of 19 | #14 of 19 |
Obsidian Portal: what it does well
- Works with any game system and setting.
- Includes a campaign wiki, calendar, and adventure log.
- Free Basic plan includes two campaigns.
- Ascendant adds 10 maps and 10 GB per GM.
- Members can choose campaign privacy settings.
What to know first
- Basic allows one map per campaign.
- Basic storage is limited to 2 MB per campaign.
- Ascendant costs $5.99 a month.
Wikily: what it does well
- Free wiki creation and reading
- Visual editor uses blocks and widgets
- Interactive maps support filters and page links
- Owners can assign roles and review revisions
What to know first
- Adding a language does not translate content
- Reader pages carry partner ads
- Ad-free reading requires Premium
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