Inkarnate
Fantasy map maker with a huge asset library for worlds, cities, and dungeons.
About
Inkarnate is a browser-based map maker for fantasy worlds, regions, cities, and battle maps. It offers brushes, landscape tools, and a library of thousands of art assets like forests, buildings, and terrain, with no drawing skill needed. DMs and authors use it for campaign maps and book illustrations.
The free tier includes a respectable asset set but limits map counts and caps exports at 2K resolution. Pro at $25 per year adds HD rendering, thousands more assets, and a commercial license. Expect a learning curve before maps look polished, and most premium stamps sit behind the subscription.
What it can do
- World, region, city, and battle map creation
- Thousands of curated fantasy art assets
- Landscape brushes with beautified coastlines
- Custom art upload on paid plans
- Commercial license on Pro plan
Setup
Sign up free at inkarnate.com and start mapping in the browser. Upgrade to Pro for HD exports and commercial use.
Prerequisites
A browser and a free Inkarnate account.
Use cases
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Trust score — 7/10
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