About
Tabletop Simulator by Berserk Games is a powerful virtual tabletop sandbox that gives players and designers complete freedom to build, play, and share tabletop experiences. Whether you want to recreate classic board games, design original card games, or run elaborate RPG dungeon campaigns, the platform provides all the tools needed to bring your vision to life. At its core, Tabletop Simulator simulates real-world physics, allowing pieces, cards, dice, and tokens to behave naturally. You can flip, stack, shuffle, and—when the moment calls for it—flip the entire table in frustration. The platform supports importing fully custom assets including 3D models, images, and audio, making it ideal for designers who want pixel-perfect recreations of their games. For power users, a robust Lua-based Scripting API enables full game automation, including turn management, win conditions, and interactive UI elements—no game engine required. Steam Workshop integration makes publishing and discovering community-made games seamless. Tabletop Simulator also supports RPG dungeon setups with hinges, joints, and multi-layered environments, making it a favorite for Dungeon Masters running virtual campaigns. With multiplayer support for up to 10 players, it serves casual gamers, professional game designers, and content creators alike. Featured DLC expansions bring officially licensed games to the platform, rounding out an already expansive library.
Key Features
- Physics-Driven Sandbox: Real-world physics simulation lets pieces, dice, cards, and tokens behave naturally—stack, shuffle, flip, or overturn the whole table.
- Custom Asset Importing: Import your own 3D models, images, audio, and other assets to build fully customized game components and environments.
- Lua Scripting API: Automate gameplay mechanics, build interactive UIs, and implement full game logic using the built-in Lua-based Scripting API.
- Steam Workshop Integration: Publish your creations or download thousands of community-made games directly through Steam Workshop with a single click.
- Multiplayer Support: Host sessions for up to 10 players online, supporting everything from casual board game nights to structured RPG campaigns.
Use Cases
- Prototyping and playtesting original board game or card game designs before physical production.
- Running virtual tabletop RPG campaigns with custom dungeon layouts, props, and scripted encounters.
- Hosting online game nights with friends and family using community-created or official licensed games.
- Game designers showcasing and distributing their creations to a global audience via Steam Workshop.
- Educational use cases such as simulating strategy games, logic puzzles, or classroom activities in a virtual setting.
Pros
- Unlimited Creative Freedom: No restrictions on game type or complexity—build anything from simple card games to intricate RPG dungeon crawlers.
- Massive Community Library: Steam Workshop offers thousands of free community-created games and mods, providing near-endless content out of the box.
- Powerful Scripting for Automation: The Lua Scripting API allows developers and advanced users to fully automate games without needing a dedicated game engine.
- Official Licensed DLC: Officially licensed DLC expansions bring beloved commercial titles to the platform with polished, faithful recreations.
Cons
- Learning Curve for Scripting: Advanced automation and custom game creation require knowledge of Lua scripting, which may be a barrier for non-technical users.
- One-Time Purchase Required: Unlike some virtual tabletop platforms, Tabletop Simulator is a paid product with no free tier, requiring all players to own a copy.
- No Native Mobile Support: The platform is desktop-only (Windows, Mac, Linux via Steam), with no iOS or Android app available for on-the-go play.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tabletop Simulator?
Tabletop Simulator is a physics-driven virtual sandbox game on Steam that lets you create, play, and share any kind of tabletop game, including board games, card games, and RPG campaigns.
Do all players need to buy the game to play together?
Yes, every player who wants to join a multiplayer session must own a copy of Tabletop Simulator purchased through Steam.
Can I play games for free using Steam Workshop?
Once you own Tabletop Simulator, you can access thousands of free community-made games via Steam Workshop at no additional cost. Some officially licensed games are available as paid DLC.
Do I need to know how to code to use Tabletop Simulator?
No coding is required to play or even build basic games. However, the Lua Scripting API is available for users who want to automate game mechanics and create more complex interactive experiences.
What platforms does Tabletop Simulator run on?
Tabletop Simulator is available on Windows, macOS, and Linux, distributed exclusively through the Steam platform.
