Random Forge vs Simple Initiative
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Random Forge
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Random Forge - Create, Manage, and Roll Custom Random Tables Random Forge is a powerful and intuitive application designed for tabletop RPG enthusiasts, game masters, writers, and anyone who needs to generate random content on the fly. Create custom random tables with weighted entries, organize them with tags and favorites, and roll them instantly whenever inspiration strikes. Perfect for tabletop RPGs, Random Forge helps you generate random encounters, loot, NPCs, quests, and more. Writers can use it to create random prompts, plot twists, character traits, and story elements. Game developers can generate procedural content, random events, and dynamic scenarios. Educators can create random exercises, quiz questions, or learning prompts. KEY FEATURES: Create and Edit Tables Build custom random tables with entries that can have numeric ranges for weighted randomization. Each entry can be assigned specific value ranges to control the probability of rolling that result. Roll Tables Instantly Roll on any table to get random results with a single tap. The app supports both single tables and multi-tables (groups of tables rolled together) for complex random generation scenarios. Organization Tools Use tags to categorize and filter your tables, making it easy to find what you need. Mark your favorite tables for quick access, and organize your collection efficiently. Import and Export Import tables from text files or directly from App's repositories. Export your tables for sharing with others or backing up your collection. Multi-Table Support Create roll groups that combine multiple tables, allowing you to roll on several tables simultaneously for complex random generation scenarios. Offline-First Design All data is stored locally, so you can use the app without an internet connection. Your tables are always available, even when offline. Theme Support Choose between light and dark theme modes to match your preferences and reduce eye strain during long sessions. User-Friendly Interface Intuitive design makes it easy to create, edit, and roll tables. The app is designed with usability in mind, so you can focus on your content rather than fighting with the interface. Whether you're a game master preparing for your next session, a writer looking for inspiration, or a developer creating procedural content, Random Forge provides the tools you need to manage and use random tables effectively. Download Random Forge today and start creating your own collection of random tables!
Simple Initiative
This combat tracker streamlines tabletop RPG sessions for Dungeon Masters. Easily manage initiative, track hit points, apply conditions, and add monsters from a built-in database. Designed for offline use and a clutter-free experience.
- Instant initiative sorting and combat start
- Player and monster tagging
- SRD monster database integration
- Intuitive HP tracking
- One-tap condition application
- Smart turn order management
- Save and reload encounters
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Combat is supposed to be fun. Not a logistics problem. Simple Initiative is the combat tracker built for Dungeon Masters who want to spend less time managing turns and more time running the game. Add your fighters, roll initiative, hit Start Combat, and stay in the moment. No subscription. No ads. No account. No bloat. Just clean, fast, intuitive combat tracking made for D&D 5e, designed for the in-person table. ~BUILT FOR THE TABLE~ INSTANT SETUP Add players and monsters in seconds. Initiative auto-sorts highest to lowest. Hit Start Combat, and you're off. PLAYER + MONSTER SPLIT Tag combatants as players or monsters. At the end of an encounter, one tap keeps your whole party loaded and ready -- just add new monsters for the next fight. Added SRD monster database — DMs can now search and drop any monster from the 2014 5e SRD (334 monsters) or 2024 5.5e SRD (235 monsters) directly into an encounter. Initiative is auto-rolled using each monster's own modifier. HP and AC pre-fill automatically. Database is bundled in the app and works completely offline. HP TRACKING YOUR WAY Drag the HP bar to adjust hit points in real time. Every HP unit gives a satisfying haptic tick. Disable HP tracking for players who prefer to manage their own. CONDITIONS AT YOUR FINGERTIPS Apply and remove them with a single tap, right from the combat screen. SMART TURN ORDER Active turn tracks by identity, not position. Drag to reorder mid-combat without losing your place. New creatures added mid-encounter slot in at the right initiative. SAVE ENCOUNTERS Quickly save and reload encounters to run multiple tables or stop mid-fight for the night and return later. ~ALSO DESIGNED FOR iPad ~ On iPad, Simple Initiative transforms into a split-screen command center. The initiative list lives on the left. On the right: the active combatant's name, HP bar, and full condition panel -- all in one glance, no scrolling required. ~ CLEAN. FAST. YOURS ~ - Works entirely offline -- perfect for the table where wifi won't - Dark and light mode with one tap. Font size support. - Auto-rolls initiative with modifier support if needed. - No ads. No tracking. No data collection. - One-time purchase -- pay once, own it forever Simple Initiative gets out of your way so you can focus on what matters: telling a great story. One purchase. Every session. Every fight.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Random Forge at Free against Simple Initiative's $2.99. Random Forge also leads on iOS requirement (15.6 vs 26.0). Simple Initiative's advantage is chart position (#187 vs unranked). On ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Random Forge is free to download; Simple Initiative costs $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Random Forge | Simple Initiative |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $2.99 |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 2 — better |
| Update frequency | — | Every 4 days |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Paid |
| Best chart rank | — | #187 — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 — better | 26.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 22 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | BLAZEJ ADAMCZYK | Benjamin Van Allen |
In-app purchases
Random Forge
No in-app purchases
Simple Initiative
No in-app purchases
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