Thursday, November 18, 2010

Wizards of the Coast Makes Virtual Table Announcement

Just prior to the release of the 4th edition of D&D, Wizards of the Coast promoted a number of computer based tools that would go live shortly after the release of the game in support of play.  It was one of the most exciting things about the build up and announcement, and the failure of Wizards to "deliver the goods" was one of the things that most fed into the Edition Wars that flamed through internet forums after 4e's release.

I have been a big fan of 4e since the get go, and run the Encounters program for a local game store, but even I have succumbed to the disappointment bug from time to time.  I wanted all those cool toys that Wizards "promised" me.

Today they sparked hope that they would be delivering the goods on one of the most anticipated of the gaming tools they promoted, the Virtual Table.  This computer application will help to speed up play at real tables and expands play opportunities for those who live far from other gamers.

From the initial screenshot, this is looking good.






If I could just get in on the beta...

2 comments:

The Hopeless Gamer said...

That is looking quite awesome! I want this on a tablet badly.

Josh said...

Check out our video of the DDI Virtual Table at:
http://blip.tv/file/4417437
or
http://www.weebeegamers.com/2010/11/22/dd-insider-virtual-table-first-look-video/