From mRPG to Quest Portal: A Tabletop RPG Journey and a New Beginning
Mike is a long-time tabletop RPG enthusiast who began playing D&D at the age of 13. A dedicated member of the Quest Portal community, he spent years on mRPG until its closure in 2024 prompted him to find a new virtual tabletop home. Having tested countless RPG platforms, Mike quickly discovered the advantages of Quest Portal and has become an active contributor—suggesting features, sharing gameplay tips, and helping shape the future of the platform. In this blog post, he shares his journey from mRPG to Quest Portal and offers insights for fellow gamers looking to continue their tabletop adventures online.
Introduction
An era has just ended for many tabletop RPG players with the closure of mRPG, but a new one is beginning with Quest Portal. As a long-time gamer who started my journey in a high school D&D club, I’ve seen firsthand how powerful tabletop RPGs can be in bringing friends together—even across great distances. Here is my story of rediscovering that magic and finding a new online home in Quest Portal.
A Nostalgic Look Back
It all began when I was 13 years old, gathered around a table in my teacher’s classroom during lunchtime to play D&D. From that day on, my friends and I spent every possible moment immersed in fantasy worlds—laughing, strategizing, and rolling dice late into the night. Tabletop RPGs quickly became more than a hobby; they were the glue that kept our group together.
Over time, life happened: some of us moved away, others got married or had kids. Scheduling regular in-person sessions became nearly impossible, and our beloved campaign slowly faded. Yet, the passion for role-playing games never left me. Years later, I stumbled upon my dusty character sheets and decided it was time for a revival.
Discovering mRPG
A Text-Based Virtual Tabletop
Determined to reconnect with my old gaming group, I scoured the internet for a platform to accommodate our changing lives. That’s when I found mRPG, a text-based virtual tabletop (VTT) designed to be simple, flexible, and accessible on any device. It offered the customization options we needed—particularly the ability to create our own rulesets and character templates. We happily used mRPG for years.
However, the developer announced it would close at the end of 2024, leaving us searching again for a new online home. We needed something similar to mRPG’s core features—chat-based gameplay, free access, and customizable character sheets—all without breaking the bank. Our quest led us to an unexpected but perfect solution: Quest Portal.
Making the Move from mRPG to Quest Portal
If you’re looking for a familiar yet more powerful platform after mRPG’s closure, Quest Portal is an excellent choice. Not only is it free, but it also offers many of the chat-focused elements that mRPG users love. Plus, with an ever-evolving feature set based on community feedback, you can rest assured that Quest Portal won’t stagnate or disappear anytime soon.
The Main Features that Won Me Over
Massive Map Library: No need to spend hours drawing; choose from a wide selection of ready-made maps.
Fog of War: Reveal secret rooms, hidden traps, and big surprises exactly when you want to with the use of the Fog of War tool.
Integrated Audio: Elevate the atmosphere of your game sessions with themed background music.
AI Assistant (Pro Option): For the cost of a single coffee each month, you can unlock even more features, including AI-driven tools to streamline your storytelling such as AI Assistant and AI in Notes.
Why Quest Portal?
Free to Use: While many popular virtual tabletops are expensive or lock basic features behind premium tiers, Quest Portal stood out because it provides great features at no cost.
Smartphone & Browser Compatibility: Like mRPG, Quest Portal works smoothly on phones and web browsers, making it easy for busy adults to stay connected no matter where they are.
Customizable Character Sheets: Whether you prefer classic D&D mechanics or a homebrew system, Quest Portal lets you tailor character sheets to match your needs.
Active Community & Development: Quest Portal’s developers genuinely listen. They respond quickly to feedback and incorporate user suggestions into their roadmap.
My Experience with the Quest Portal Community
I joined the Quest Portal Discord and shared my experience with mRPG. The community and development team, led by Gunnar, immediately took my feedback to heart. Features that made mRPG unique—especially chat-based gameplay—were rapidly improved or added to Quest Portal. The suggestions I made were not only heard but often implemented within weeks.
Ready to Start?
Step 1: Head to the Quest Portal website and create a free account.
Step 2: Browse through existing templates or create your own to match your campaign’s needs.
Step 3: Join the Quest Portal Discord server to connect with fellow gamers, ask questions, and share homebrew rules.
Step 4: Launch your first session and enjoy the freedom of text-based (or even voice-based) gameplay—no matter where your friends are in the world.
Final Thoughts
From an old cardboard box filled with dusty character sheets to a digital world brimming with possibilities, my love for tabletop RPGs has come full circle. If you, too, are mourning the end of mRPG, take heart: a vibrant and welcoming community awaits you on Quest Portal. It has everything you need to keep your adventures alive—even if your old party is scattered across the globe.
IN QUEST PORTAL WE TRUST – MAY WE MEET AGAIN
With the most advanced iOS and Android apps of any VTT, Quest Portal is the go to place for tabletop
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