Best apps like Random Encounters for D&D 5e

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Updated July 2026

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City Encounters#2

City Encounters by Mellow Golem Games LLC

City Random Generator
Strong Contender
🎬 Entertainment
3.0(2 ratings)
FreeAds
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Generate random city encounters for fantasy roleplaying games. Easily create scenarios with options for good, neutral, or bad outcomes, and specify if they are roleplaying opportunities, combat encounters, or story hooks.

The Deck of Many Things#3

The Deck of Many Things by Jeremy Petter

Whimsical RPG Accessory
Worth Considering
🎬 Entertainment
4.9(21 ratings)
Free
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This app brings the "Deck of Many Things" encounter to life with a gesture-focused interface and fully illustrated cards. It supports multiple editions of a popular roleplaying game, allowing for customized encounters.

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Generate unique fantasy RPG characters with customizable traits. This tool creates millions of consistent and believable NPCs, tracking their history and attributes to avoid conflicts. Save your favorite creations for easy access.

Generate unique fantasy RPG NPCsMillions of character combinationsIntelligent generator system
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Magwa's Magic Item Compendium
Magwa's Magic Item Compendium
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D&D 5e Magic Item Generator
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Discover and create thousands of unique magic items for your tabletop RPG adventures. This app offers a vast collection of hand-drawn items, random generation, and the ability to save your favorites. Perfect for dungeon masters and players seeking inspiration.

Thousands of random magic item generationCreate custom magic itemsSave favorite items
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Comprehensive spell database (official & homebrew)Character sheet managementAutomatic stat calculations
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iRunTrains for iPhone
iRunTrains for iPhone
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AI Helper for Lovecraftian RPG
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This AI-powered tool helps Lovecraftian RPG fans generate detailed scenarios, investigators, NPCs, and monsters. It creates unique worlds with stunning artwork, rich backstories, and balanced stats, allowing game masters to quickly build engaging adventures.

Generate scenarios, characters, and monstersCreate detailed investigator and NPC profilesSummon monsters with stats and lore
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Dungeon Maker
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Dungeon Maker
Easily Build Dungeon Maps
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Easily design and build custom dungeon maps for tabletop RPGs or personal enjoyment. Features a drag-to-paint interface, multiple tile sets, and terrain options. Save, load, and download your creations for sharing.

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