Playing live via Facebook, Zoom, other "video conference"

[databear]

I would love to setup a game using maptools.
https://www.rptools.net/toolbox/maptool/

Im good at coding etc.
Would take me a while to setup.
If you are keen, let me know.
I'm in GMT +10 timezone.

[Pancho]

Looks interesting Databear.
Keep us updated on this as I’m sure you’d get enough players wanting to join in (I’m up for it).

[Kurgan]

Had a chance to tryout Zoom over the weekend, not bad. A lot was made of the security issues which have supposedly been patched (its better to use email invite than phone invite). If the host is using a paid version, the usual restrictions (40 minute time limit) don't apply. Might be a viable alternative for some.

[Anderas]

Just downloaded Maptools. Wow that seems to have lots of functions! Unfortunately I was too stupid to find png or svg import functions on the first glance, otherwise it might be interesting indeed.

[Krevett]

Anderas if you're interested in maptools just send me a pm (I'm french if you speak french ^^) i can send you a base file with heroquest board and vbl (vision) already setup?
I use it daily for a d&d play by post by the way so if you need any help!

[Krevett]

Unfortunately I was too stupid to find png or svg import functions on the first glance, otherwise it might be interesting indeed.

If you want to add your own pictures just use "file->add to library" to select any folder on your computer. It will add everything in it including subfolders to maptools resource library. It does not copy files just use the path you entered. Only files created are thumbnails in your appdata folder that you can clear by clicking different symbols on the bottom right of the main screen.

If you don't use advanced functions like macros it's very easy to use you can draw maps really fast with a bit of a habit.
You can also use a large picture as a background and add objects on top of it by using layers.

Edit:
Sample screen of a play by post with maptools

Morcar view:
https://photos.app.goo.gl/yjPsxej8TEaLKdfd7

Player view with VBL in use
https://photos.app.goo.gl/zPbJnBtAfmdDXLaz6

[Anderas]

Looks interesting indeed!

Oui je parle français. Je vivait à la France pendant neuf ans.
Ton anglais est assez bien!

Could I call you on hangouts some time? I think that's be easier than forum postings.

[Krevett]

Indeed never used hangouts but I suppose it only needs a google account? Just installed it on my phone never used it before ^^

[Heslo]

Yeah Zoom is worth a look for this kind of thing. I’ve started using it for work to stay in face to face contact with colleagues, and I think it could be good for Heroquest.

Since this virus started I was using Zoom a lot from my Thailand house Thailand house as I had to work remotely. It's a great app and what I love about it is that you can connect many people at the same time.

[Kurgan]

There is a monthly subscription fee for Zoom ($15-19), but the free version has unlimited video time for 1 on 1, three or more has the 40 min limit, I just found out. Some people have a business license for more. I have neither a smart phone nor a command of the French language, but just providing info.