Lumen runs in the browser and focuses on making the session usable for both the GM and players, from campaign setup to combat resolution.
Browser-first play
A browser-based VTT lowers setup friction for players. Lumen keeps the product centered on web access, campaign links, player views, and fast entry into the table.
More than a shared battlemap
Online VTT users often need maps, tokens, dice, music, rules state, character context, and encounter history in one place. Lumen combines those pieces with 5e-specific automation.
Switcher questions to ask
If you are comparing online VTT tools, test the first-session flow, player onboarding, combat resolution speed, asset workflow, mobile usability, and how easy it is to recover when a session changes direction.
Built for modern table formats
Lumen is a fit for remote groups, shared-screen groups, and hybrid groups that want the same campaign tools to work across different play styles.
What to notice
Browser-first access
Players can join from normal web surfaces without maintaining a self-hosted server.
Online plus table play
The same app supports remote play, a TV table, or mixed groups.
Made for fast invites
The product direction is quick player entry, clear views, and fewer setup decisions.
The useful test is a real encounter, not another feature grid. Try the Lumen demo and see whether the table feels easier to run.