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Alchemy RPG vs Mythic Table
Alchemy RPG leads on 0 checks, Mythic Table on 2, and 4 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 6 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreAlchemy RPG · 7.2/10
- Free planboth
- Most featuresMythic Table · 4 of 5
Alchemy RPG scores higher on our rubric for virtual tabletop software: 7.2 against 6.9 out of 10; our editors rank them #5 and #8.
Mythic Table offers rules compendium; Alchemy RPG doesn't publish it. Mythic Table offers api access; Alchemy RPG doesn't publish it.
Alchemy RPG is the better fit for immersive presentation-focused games. Mythic Table is the better fit for free open-source all-in-one play.
- Alchemy RPG fits best
Immersive presentation-focused games
- Mythic Table fits best
Free open-source all-in-one play
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Side by side
| Feature | Alchemy RPG 7.2/10 Visit ↗ | Mythic Table 6.9/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 7.2 | 6.9 |
| Ranking | #5 in Virtual Tabletop Software | #8 in Virtual Tabletop Software |
| Best for | Immersive presentation-focused games | Free open-source all-in-one play |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Free |
| Starting price | Not published | Not published |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Deployment | Cloud, Desktop | Cloud |
| Platforms | Web, Windows, macOS, Linux | Web |
| Support | Email, Community, Docs, Live chat | Email, Community |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market | Small business |
| Features Alchemy RPG 2/5 · Mythic Table 4/5 | ||
| Video and audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Campaign tools | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rules compendium | Not published | ✓ (best) |
| API access | Not published | ✓ (best) |
| Mobile apps | — | Not published |
| Specs | ||
| Player limit | Not published | Not published |
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| Our verdict | Alchemy RPG is a browser-based and desktop virtual tabletop for gamemasters and players running tabletop roleplaying games. Its focus is immersive, narrative-led play: scenes can combine artwork, motion effects, and music, while built-in… Read the review → |
Mythic Table is an open-source virtual tabletop for playing role-playing games online. Its browser-based play area combines maps, dynamic lighting, character and monster data, campaign management, dice, combat, chat, and game-system… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Alchemy RPG — where it wins
- Scene-based presentation combines artwork, motion effects, and music
- Free plan includes unlimited games, characters, universes, and asset uploads
- Supports voice, video, tactical maps, custom systems, and desktop apps
Where it doesn't
- Mobile experiences are not optimized
- The Alchemist plan mainly adds supporter perks rather than core gameplay
- Tactical play shares the platform with a presentation-led design
Mythic Table — where it wins
- Free hosted service with all features available without paywalls
- Maps, dynamic lighting, combat, chat, dice, and campaign tools
- Open-source project with game-system resources and API access
Where it doesn't
- Web access is the only listed platform
- Some detailed feature documentation is dated
- No published player-limit information
- Alchemy RPG7.2/10 · Free plan
A presentation-focused virtual tabletop with tactical tools and a generous free plan.
Visit Alchemy RPGFull verdict → - Mythic Table6.9/10 · Free plan
A broad free virtual tabletop for groups that want open-source campaign tools.
Visit Mythic TableFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Sep 2026
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