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RPG Stories vs Shard Tabletop

Both stand on virtual tabletop software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.

RPG Stories

Free plan MacWindows

RPG Stories combines 3D scene building with multiplayer tabletop tools and UVTT exports. Check the Roll20 import requirement and separate player-seat DLC cost before choosing a setup.

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Shard Tabletop brings character sheets, campaign records, shared maps, and encounter management into one web tool. Its free plan covers core fifth edition material, while the maker describes chat as basic rather than a replacement for dedicated messaging apps.

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The facts

	RPG Stories	Shard Tabletop
Free plan	Yes	Yes
Open source	Not published	Not published
Runs on	Mac, Windows	Web
Lowest paid plan	RPG Stories VTT \| Main Version: £23.99, paid once	Free or on request
Plans published	3	4
Maker	Not published	Not published
Website	bravealice.com	shardtabletop.com
On virtual tabletop software	#18 of 28	#22 of 28

RPG Stories: what it does well

Includes 20 Auto-Build Profiles for scene creation.
Maker advertises over 7,000 3D models.
Supports Medieval Fantasy, Modern, and Sci-Fi settings.
Exports UVTT for four named virtual tabletops.
Maker says users may sell exported maps and scenes.

What to know first

Runs on Windows and macOS only.
Roll20 import requires a Pro subscription.
Audio uploads are described as upcoming.
Main version costs £23.99, paid once.

Shard Tabletop: what it does well

Campaigns store maps, encounters, characters, and logs.
Combat tracker manages turns and initiative order.
DOCX import supports files from Word or Google Docs.
Free plan includes starter adventures and monster tokens.

What to know first

Available on web only.
Chat is intended for basic campaign messaging.
Paid plans start at $19.99/yr.

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