Metacreator

2003 · Software (for maps, char sheets, etc)

Metacreator

A toolkit for creating and managing role-playing game systems and character data. Players can modify existing templates or build new ones, adding races, classes, skills, house rules, and custom data fields through spreadsheet-style editors. The application includes configurable character sheets, printable layout design, formatted character descriptions, text-based data export, and an integrated editor. A flexible dice roller supports standard and complex rolls, card draws, coin flips, and Fudge dice, while additional tools include categorized name lists, customizable shortcuts, and built-in help files.

Skill Based (buy or gain skills)Point Based (allocate points to get skills, powers, etc)Trait / Aspect Based (personality affects gameplay)

Game facts (players, playing time, age, credits) from BoardGameGeek.