Genesis vs TTRPG Map Maker
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Genesis
Instantly generate unlimited story elements, characters, creatures, weapons, and entire worlds for writers and RPG creators. Explore vast galaxies or detailed towns with endless random possibilities. Save and share your creations for free.
- Generate characters, creatures, weapons, and worlds
- Build entire solar systems and galaxies
- Create towns, civilizations, and technologies
- Detailed creations with names and specifics
- Expand with exclusive content bundles
- Save and share creations
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Genesis – Unlimited Ideas for Writers and RPG Creators! Genesis is the ultimate tool for creators of all types – writers, designers, and world-builders alike. With a massive database of content, Genesis can instantly generate story elements, worlds, settings, and more, tailored to any genre you need. Generate Quadrillions of Characters, Creatures, Weapons, and Worlds! - From fantasy kingdoms to futuristic space stations, Genesis has it all. With just a tap, you’ll have endless ideas at your fingertips, making sure you’re never stuck again. Build Entire Solar Systems and Galaxies - No other tool builds worlds as vast or fast as Genesis. From sprawling galaxies to tiny microbes, create a universe that feels alive and vibrant with endless random possibilities. Instantly Create Weapons, Towns, and Civilizations - Tap to fill your worlds with detail. Generate unique characters, technologies, magical artifacts, religions, and more. Bring depth to any story in seconds. Generate Detailed Creations with Every Tap - Each character, creature, or place comes fully detailed – names, environments, life types, solar system specifics, and more are ready to go. Genesis builds everything you need to tell your story. Expand with Exclusive Content Bundles - Genesis comes loaded with amazing features, but you can unlock even more options: Alien Creatures, Castles, Fantasy Cultures, Pirate Ships, Starships, and much more to fuel your imagination. Save and Share Your Ideas - Saving is simple, and sharing creations with friends is free! Keep your best ideas ready for when you need them. Perfect for RPG Game Masters and Storytellers - Whether you’re setting up an RPG campaign, writing an epic, or developing your own game, Genesis gives you the creative spark you need. With Genesis, incredible characters, worlds, and even galaxies are just a tap away. Download Genesis FREE today, and start creating your story! http://www.apple.com/legal/itunes/appstore/dev/stdeula
TTRPG Map Maker
Design and display custom maps for tabletop role-playing games. This app offers flexible drawing tools, import options, and offline functionality to bring your campaign worlds to life.
- Freehand drawing tools
- Shape creation and customization
- Adjustable brush sizes and colors
- Snap-to-grid functionality
- Layer support for organization
- Import custom images and assets
- Offline functionality
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TTRPG Map Maker - Design & Display Your Worlds Bring your tabletop adventures to life. TTRPG Map Maker is the fastest, most flexible way to design custom maps for your campaigns and share them with your players right from your iPad. Whether you're a Game Master prepping next week's dungeon crawl, sketching out a bustling town, or improvising a battlefield on the fly, TTRPG Map Maker gives you the creative freedom to build maps that match your story without fighting clunky tools. BUILT FOR THE TABLETOP Designed from the ground up for D&D, Pathfinder, Call of Cthulhu, and every other tabletop RPG. Plan your sessions in advance or create maps live at the table as your players explore. POWERFUL DRAWING TOOLS * Freehand draw directly on the canvas for organic shapes and quick sketches * Add rectangles, circles, and custom shapes to build rooms and structures in seconds * Adjustable brush sizes and colors for fine detail or bold strokes * Snap-to-grid for clean, gridded battle maps * Multiple layers so backgrounds, terrain, and tokens stay organized IMPORT & CUSTOMIZE * Import your own images as map backgrounds * Drop in custom artwork, tokens, props, and items * Mix hand-drawn elements with imported assets for a unique look DEMO MAPS INCLUDED * Bundled demo maps to get you started right away * Preview any map before opening it READY FOR THE TABLE * Display your maps on a TV or projector via AirPlay or HDMI * Edit on your iPad while players watch the action unfold on the big screen * Pinch-to-zoom and pan smoothly during play * Reveal areas as your party explores FAST & FLEXIBLE * Clean, intuitive interface that stays out of your way * Save and organize unlimited maps in your campaign library * Works fully offline, no account, no subscription, no internet required * Universal iPad support with Apple Pencil compatibility SPEND LESS TIME PREPPING, MORE TIME STORYTELLING Whether you plan every encounter or thrive on improvisation, TTRPG Map Maker gives you the tools to bring your worlds to the table, beautifully. Terms of Use: https://www.rpgmapmaker.app/terms Privacy Policy: https://www.rpgmapmaker.app/privacy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Genesis at 3.9 against TTRPG Map Maker's 2.3. Genesis also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 4 months) and ratings volume (281 vs 3). TTRPG Map Maker's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, 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
Both are free to download. Genesis sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and TTRPG Map Maker sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Genesis holds the better App Store score, 3.9 against 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Genesis has 281 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Genesis ships an update every 3 weeks, TTRPG Map Maker every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Genesis | TTRPG Map Maker |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.9 (281 ratings) — better | 2.3 (3 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 58.2% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 281 — better | 3 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 4 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 18.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 295 MB | 26 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Alexander Winn | Michael Blades |
Bugs and requests
Genesis
Reported bugs
3 issues- Purchased content not unlocking
- Saved entries disappearing or duplicating
- Crashes on launch or usage
Requested features
4 requests- Ability to edit or rename saved entries
- More free generators and customization options
- Character and world-building tools
- Ability to mix and match generated content
TTRPG Map Maker
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Genesis
- Pro Tier (Monthly)$5.991 Month
- Religions Generator$0.99
- Fantasy Cultures Generator$0.99
- Continents & Islands Generator$0.99
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- Fantasy Creatures Generator$0.99
- Medieval Towns Generator$0.99
- Countries & Nations$0.99
- Wars Generator$0.99
- Alien Creatures Generator$0.99
- Fantasy Bundle$4.99
- Worldbuilding Bundle$7.99
- All Genesis Generators$11.99
- All Generators$19.99
TTRPG Map Maker
- TTRPG Map Maker Pro – Monthly$2.991 Month
- TTRPG Map Maker Pro – Yearly7 Days trial$29.991 Year
- TTRPG Map Maker Pro – Lifetime$39.99
Questions
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