Wildshape - Map Editor + VTT (free demo)

Wildshape - Map Editor + VTT (free demo)

Early access since Apr 2021

An all new way to create and play tabletop games in beautiful animated 3D maps!

71% positive · 99 reviews
Not yet
In early access, content still planned
High confidence
Content Planned
Not yet
In early access, content still planned
High confidence
Content Planned

Where to get it

Free on Steam

Evaluation

Wildshape is a 3D virtual tabletop / map editor tool that has been in Early Access since April 9, 2021. The game's only paid DLC — Wildshape Pro — was released on October 15, 2021, unlocking the full feature set of the map editor. After a long quiet period following updates in late 2021 and early 2022, the developer returned on June 25, 2026 with a major content update. This update overhauled the terrain system with over 60 new textures, introduced a new river and ocean system, added new visual effects, new in-game tutorials, and significant performance improvements. The developer explained that the delay was caused by a severe Unity engine corruption issue that required migrating the project through multiple Unity versions — an enormous technical undertaking. Critically, at the end of that June 25, 2026 post, the developer explicitly stated that more content is coming: "I still have a few things prepared that I didn't manage to put into this patch yet, I will share more on that with you soon." They also identified specific upcoming priorities: UI improvements, a new object import system, and bug fixes. A follow-up bug fix was posted just three days later on June 28, 2026, confirming the developer remains actively engaged. The game is still in Early Access, and the developer has directly communicated that further updates are planned. Anyone considering purchasing should expect the game to continue evolving before reaching a final release state.
Evidence
Major content update shipped: completely rebuilt terrain system with 60+ new textures, new river and ocean system, new visual effects, performance improvements, and in-game tutorials. Developer explicitly states more features are in preparation, with upcoming focus on UI improvements, a new object import system, and bug fixing.
news post · Jun 25, 2026 source content planned
high
Bug fix post just three days after the major update, addressing object rotation issues in older maps. Confirms the developer is actively engaged post-update.
news post · Jun 28, 2026 source development ongoing
medium

Content

1 of 1 released · no outstanding content

Media

Details

Developer
Publisher
Self Published
Achievements
—
Platform
Windows, macOS, Linux
Controller
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Steam Deck
Not rated
Players
Single-player · Multiplayer · Co-op

About this game

Please note: The free version will be for players to join games and features a demo version of the map editor. To use the map editor to its full extent and host games to your friends please have a look at the Pro version DLC! You will get access to thousands of objects, plenty of features for map making and much more!



Ever wish you could play your favorite tabletop roleplaying game in the rich, realistic environment of a first person computer game?

Now you can!

Free your game from the tabletop - or maximize your online experience - by fully harnessing the capabilities of 3D animation. Easily create stunningly realistic maps with moldable terrain and thousands of objects to choose from. Then, invite your friends to play in your custom battle map, either online or over the gaming room screen!

Create functional battle maps in minutes, or pour over them adding intricate detail
Bring your maps to life with rolling hills, rivers, a rotating sky, and animals
Import/export your creations to share with the community
Shoot film vignettes to dramatically introduce a scene
Make changes to the map as you play
View your maps from the traditional top-down perspective, or from any other angle - even walk the terrain from a character’s point of view
Customize a square or hex grid, molding it to the terrain or laying it overtop
Reveal the terrain gradually to your players using fog of war
Call up dynamic weather and lighting effects on demand
Roll dice and animate characters as they run, fight, and die!

At long last, tabletop gameplay enters the realm of three-dimensional graphics.

Adjust The Terrain


Add Objects


Change The Weather


Add Detail


Play In Your Maps


Fight Epic Battles


Play Online & Offline


Adjust Maps While Playing





WildShape
Shape your adventure.
Last evaluated Aug 8, 2026
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