If you’re still running your campaign on Roll20’s original (Legacy) VTT, you’re missing out on some massive performance improvements… not to mention updated and new tools and features that have been designed based on years of feedback to make your campaigns the best they can be.
Jumpgate is our new and improved VTT engine, released last year and built from the ground up to provide a better experience for players and GMs. With a cleaner interface and streamlined navigation, exclusive features, and a modern overhaul of decades-old code, it’s a major upgrade built to serve as the tabletop of the future.
Upgrading Your Game
Converting your game to Jumpgate is fast, easy, and risk-free. When you upgrade, we automatically create a backup copy of your Legacy game that will live in your Game Library, in case you want to go back. (We don’t think you will… but we’re happy to provide some peace of mind if it makes it easier to take the leap!)
Worried about Compatibility? Don’t be.
- Your Character Sheets (official, community, custom), maps, and Marketplace content aren’t impacted by the VTT engine. You will gain the ability to use multiple D&D sheets in your games, if you want to explore 2014 and 2024 side by side or use both! You retain complete control of which sheet(s) you use to play.
- Modules, compendiums, and dynamically lit maps will all work the same – plus, you’ll gain access to updated customizability.
Think of the Gains
Everyone, including free users, will benefit from faster games and better performance. GMs, in particular, can look forward to dozens of quality-of-life updates that make building and running games easier and more intuitive. From better panning and scrolling to streamlined menus and better access to often-used settings, our improvements are a direct result of YOUR feedback.
Plus, subscribers will enjoy a new Dynamic Lighting interface, a Foreground Layer, Reactions that allow more discovery and surprises in-game, and more features in development now that will exclusively live in the new VTT. The sooner you upgrade, the less drastic the transition from Legacy will feel.
How to Upgrade
- From Game Settings, click Convert to Jumpgate
- Confirm on the pop-up, and voila! You’re done!
Your game is now ready to go! Join the overwhelming majority of GMs and players enjoying the tabletop of the future, and stay in touch to keep sending ideas our way. Jumpgate is easier to update and improve, and we’re always looking for the next cool project to make your games better.
Tell Us What You Need
Our Suggestions & Ideas forum is the best place to request and vote for tools and features that would improve your Roll20 experience. If you have ideas about how to make the tabletop better for your games, let us know by posting, commenting, and voting. Feel free to also join us on Discord, where you can hang out with other community members and connect directly with staff for brainstorming, troubleshooting, and announcements.