How to Find and Join a Game on Fantasy Grounds VTT

A Friendly Guide to Get You Rolling Dice Fast

Fantasy Grounds VTT is a feature-packed virtual tabletop that makes it easy to play favorites like Dungeons & Dragons, Pathfinder, and tons more online. If you are new to the platform, the idea of finding a game might seem like a quest in itself, but the treasure is closer than you think. With lively community spaces, organized events, and built-in matchmaking features, getting into a game has never been simpler. Bonus: Fantasy Grounds is now fully free-to-play. Yep, you can host or join unlimited games without paying a copper.

Let us walk through the steps to get you from downloading the app to defeating your first digital dragon.

Step One: Get Set Up and Ready

Before you embark on your adventure, take a moment to get everything squared away:

• Create a Fantasy Grounds Account – Visit the official website and sign up for a free account.

• Download and install Fantasy Grounds VTT – Grab the modern version with built-in rulesets like the D&D 5E SRD. It includes powerful automation right out of the gate.

• Optional but helpful gear:

  • A Fantasy Grounds Discord account for voice chat

  • A microphone or headset

  • A quick spin through the free tutorial campaigns

Now you are geared up. Time to find a party.

Where to Find Games

1️⃣ The LFG Forums – The Most Popular Marketplace for Games

The Looking For Group (LFG) forum is where Game Masters regularly post openings for campaigns, everything from one-shots to sprawling sagas.

How to dive in:

1. Visit the Fantasy Grounds LFG forum.

2. Look for titles with “LFP” (Looking for Players), along with details like the ruleset, play schedule, and voice requirements.

3. Reply with a short intro—your availability, experience, and what you enjoy in a game.

Once a GM gives the thumbs-up, they will share connection info. Easy as rolling a d20.

Pro tip: Check the “New Posts” list to catch fresh opportunities before they fill.

2️⃣ Discord – Fast-Paced Matchmaking

The official Fantasy Grounds Discord server is a bustling spot with LFG channels for different systems.

What to do:

• Join the server and pick up the LFG role.

• Browse or post in channels such as #players-lfg.

• Chat with GMs directly; some pickup games start almost immediately.

Discord also handles voice chat during sessions, so you are already in the right place.

3️⃣ Organized Events – Perfect for Drop-In Fun

Want something scheduled and structured? Check out Fantasy Grounds Game Days, free one-shots hosted monthly and open to all skill levels. Adventurers League events often appear here.

• Create a free Warhorn account.

• Claim a seat at a table before slots disappear.

• Show up on game day and enjoy.

Larger conventions, like FG Con, feature a huge lineup of games—keep an eye out when the next one is announced.

Connecting to a Campaign

The GM will provide:

• Their Fantasy Grounds username

• The campaign name/code

• A password (sometimes)

To join:

1. Open Fantasy Grounds → Join Game

2. Enter the details provided

3. Connect and load in

Your character will either be supplied by the GM or uploaded by you. Once you see dice on the screen, you are officially in.

Helpful Tips for New Players

Tip	Why It Helps
Be specific when applying	GMs love reliable players who know their schedule and setup
Start with one-shots	Low pressure and great for learning the software
Check Reddit communities	More LFG options and handy advice
Test your voice chat beforehand	Nobody wants to fight a dragon while troubleshooting a headset
Explore tutorials solo	Learn the interface without the pressure of a live session

Adventure Awaits

That is it! Create an account, install the software, jump into the community, and you will be playing in no time. The Fantasy Grounds community is known for being welcoming and helpful—questions are always okay.

Ready to find your first party? The LFG forum is calling your name. Grab your dice (virtual or otherwise) and get rolling.

Your next great story begins now. ⚔️🎲