Player Display

The Player Display is a separate window showing what players can see, designed for a second screen, TV, or projector.

Opening the Display

In Play Mode, click the Player Display button in the header. A new window opens that you can drag to your player-facing screen.

What Players See

The player display shows:

• Map - Current active map
• Fog of War - Based on PC positions and vision
• Visible Tokens - Only tokens marked as visible
• Light Effects - From active light sources

What’s Hidden

Players do NOT see:

• Hidden tokens
• Monster names or stats
• DM controls or UI
• Session notes
• Debug visualizations

Fog of War Modes

Fog Mode

• Unrevealed areas are black
• Reveals based on PC vision
• Best for exploration

Token Mode

• Full map visible
• Enemy tokens hidden outside vision
• Best for tactical combat

DM Controls

When the Player Display is open, additional controls appear:

Blackout Mode

Click the eye icon (Blackout) to:

• Hide everything from players
• Show a completely black screen
• Set up encounters secretly
• Create dramatic reveals

Click again to restore the view.

View Syncing

Auto-Sync (Default)

• Your pan and zoom are mirrored
• Players see what you focus on

Manual Sync

1. Disable Sync toggle
2. Navigate freely on your screen
3. Click Push View when ready

Physical Setup

TV/Monitor

• Connect via HDMI/DisplayPort
• Set display to “Extend” (not mirror)
• Drag Player Display window to second screen
• Maximize or fullscreen (F11)

Projector

• Project onto table or wall
• Useful for tabletop projection mapping

Virtual/Remote

• Share the Player Display window via screen share
• Works with Discord, Zoom, etc.

Troubleshooting

See Also

• Play Mode
• Use Player Display
• Fog of War