# Character Gen for 1st Ed DnD

> 1st Edition AD&D character generator with custom magic item creation. (iPhone/iPad app by Charles Jennings.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/character-gen-for-1st-ed-dnd/id1437060552 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Charles Jennings](https://appshunter.io/developer/840989918)
- Category: Games, Utilities, Adventure, Role Playing
- Price: Free (on sale, was $2.99)
- Rating: 4.00/5 from 10 App Store ratings · 9 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 16.6 · 14 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2018-10-15
- Data updated: 2026-06-25
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/character-gen-for-1st-ed-dnd/id1437060552/reviews.md

## What is Character Gen for 1st Ed DnD?

This Character Generator allows you to create 1st Edition (Advanced DnD) characters and print out the player sheet, including the back sheet. It also allows the creation of custom magic items for use in your campaign. You can level up your characters, and equip them with standard gear from the Player's Handbook or the Dungeon Masters Guide. Generate characters for yourself or characters and NPC's for your campaign. Generate the character statistics randomly according to methods outlined in the DMG or enter specific statistics from your favorite character. Possibilities abound! Enjoy your gaming!

## Key features

- 1st Edition AD&D character generation
- Printable player sheets
- Custom magic item creation
- Character leveling and equipment
- Random or manual statistic generation
- NPC character creation

## Recent user reviews (9 of 9)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/character-gen-for-1st-ed-dnd/id1437060552/reviews.md

### 4/5 — No Multiclass options?

*2024-09-17*

I have playing advanced DnD for a year and a half. I was very lucky on my rolls with my group so I could work on being a bard after I completed at least 5 levels of being a fighter… though I opted to hit level 7 and then I need to switch to thief… the app does not have a way for me to multi class… or am I missing that option? Also where is the comeliness stat… that was tragically my only 18 stat… but would love for the effect to be shown on my charisma. Also: Would love a way to send a message to the creators in the app or on the help page but didn’t see that either… so I’m posting it here. Please add multi class options. Let me keep track of my bard to be! Would be a 5 if this were remedied.

**Developer response:** Multi-Class characters are included, but a character with two classes is not.  It is an interesting idea I will look into this year.  Likewise Bard needs improvement.

### 4/5 — Great app for first edition

*2024-05-15*

This app is missing a remove spell or reset spells button from spell using classes.

### 5/5 — Great app! Can we get half orcs?

*2023-03-27*

I love this app and use it quite a bit to make NPCs for my campaign. I do wish it had half orcs, and maybe the ability to add our own spells. Thanks!

**Developer response:** Half-Orc is available, but is limited by character stats. Maximum levels for Dexterity, Wisdom, and Charisma are limiting.  There is also a minimum level of Constitution, which is also limiting.  Once those are met, Half-Orc will be an option.

### 5/5 — Very nice

*2023-03-01*

Very nice. I was going to enter my players’ characters for my new 1e campaign but it would not let me select cleric for a gnome character. I realize that they were only allowed as NPCs in the original Players Handbook (page 14) but no one has played it that way in forty years.

### 3/5 — Beggars can’t be choosers

*2023-02-20*

I guess I shouldn’t complain to much, it’s the only 1E character generator out here….but for $3, it should be way better.

### 4/5 — Would be 5 stars if the levels weren’t messed up. Cannot set monk to level 3.

*2020-07-26*

Would be 5 stars if the levels weren’t messed up. Cannot set monk to level 3.

### 5/5 — The Holy Grail....

*2020-03-28*

Lots of us prefer the older editions over the newer ‘medieval superheroes’ editions, so it was sheer joy to find a 1e generator and even more so, one as user friendly as this one.

### 4/5 — I dig it

*2019-12-23*

Very nice to see a 1e gen for iPhone. Here’s hoping we get some UA options soon. Keep up the good work

### 5/5 — AD&D character Gen

*2019-09-29*

Not many Character Generators out there for older editions. And this user friendly.  Great app!

## Frequently asked questions about Character Gen for 1st Ed DnD

### Does Character Gen for 1st Ed DnD have ads?

No, Character Gen for 1st Ed DnD is ad-free, allowing for an uninterrupted character creation experience.

### What editions of D&D does Character Gen for 1st Ed DnD support?

Character Gen for 1st Ed DnD specifically supports the 1st Edition (Advanced Dungeons & Dragons) ruleset for character creation.

### Can I create custom magic items with Character Gen for 1st Ed DnD?

Yes, the application allows for the creation of custom magic items to be used within your D&D campaigns.

### How does Character Gen for 1st Ed DnD handle character statistics?

You can generate character statistics randomly according to methods outlined in the DMG, or you can manually enter specific statistics from your favorite characters.

### What devices is Character Gen for 1st Ed DnD available on?

Character Gen for 1st Ed DnD is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

### How often is Character Gen for 1st Ed DnD updated?

The latest version of Character Gen for 1st Ed DnD was released on April 2, 2025, indicating active development and support.

### What is the age rating for Character Gen for 1st Ed DnD?

Character Gen for 1st Ed DnD has an age rating of 9+, making it suitable for younger players and adults alike.

### What is the user rating for Character Gen for 1st Ed DnD?

Character Gen for 1st Ed DnD is rated 4.0 stars based on 10 ratings, reflecting positive user experiences.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.0 — 2026-06-05

1.0 Added Custom Species capability.
You may now create your own species for a character.  Create a Half-Ogre Fighter or a Brownie Thief or even a Lizard Man Cleric.  Set required starting attributes, attribute adjustments, Thief bonuses, and set maximum levels for your species.  Once created, your Custom Species will be available for character creation.

### 1.4 — 2025-04-02

1. Updated for current IOS versions

### 1.3 — 2021-08-03

- Corrected a problem with Monk level 3
- Updated sdk to the latest

### 1.2 — 2019-12-23

- Corrected a problem with printing Character Sheets with IOS 13+

### 1.1 — 2019-12-14

- Corrected a problem if the user attempts to set spells for a character class that does not allow spell casting
- Added Dark Mode and IOS 13 Support

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