Dungeon Scrawl
Fast, free browser tool for sketching dungeon maps in a hand-drawn style
Pricing
Free to use in browser. Optional Patreon support for the developer. No paid tiers currently.
Platforms
Web
Systems
System agnostic
Launched
2020
Screenshot
Fast, free browser tool for sketching dungeon maps in a hand-drawn style
Overview
Dungeon Scrawl is a free browser-based dungeon map tool that produces maps with a hand-drawn, old-school aesthetic. It is designed for speed — a basic dungeon can be sketched in minutes using its simple line-drawing tools. Maps export as PNG or SVG and import cleanly into VTTs. It requires no account to start.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Completely free with no account needed
- Fastest tool for a quick dungeon sketch
- Hand-drawn style suits old-school gaming
Cons
- Very limited feature set — no asset library or decorations
- Not suited for detailed battle maps or polished presentation
- No save-to-cloud without an account
Best for
GMs who need a quick, throw-away dungeon sketch for tonight's session and don't need polished visuals.
Key features
- Hand-drawn dungeon aesthetic
- Room and corridor drawing tools
- PNG and SVG export
- No account required
- Grid overlay options
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Frequently asked questions
Is Dungeon Scrawl free?
Yes — Dungeon Scrawl is completely free to use in any browser with no account required. The developer accepts optional Patreon support.
Can Dungeon Scrawl maps be used in VTTs?
Yes — Dungeon Scrawl exports PNG and SVG files that import into Roll20, Foundry, and most other VTTs.
Alternatives to Dungeon Scrawl
Dungeondraft
One-time purchase battle map creator built for VTT import
Dungeon Alchemist
AI-assisted 3D map maker that auto-populates rooms intelligently
Inkarnate
Browser-based fantasy map maker with a large asset library
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Last verified: 2026-06-13