Zoom

Zoom

Zoom is video conferencing software used during online sessions to carry voice and video. The Game Master can share the screen to show maps, handouts, or rules. Breakout rooms handle secret chats or planning. Recording is possible if everyone agrees. Built-in chat, reactions, and a whiteboard help keep play moving, even when the table is remote.

For players, setup is straightforward. Install the free app on desktop or mobile, or join from a supported browser. Joining an invited meeting costs you nothing. A headset and a quiet spot are beneficial. Almost any modern computer or phone works. Strong Wi-Fi or a wired connection provides smoother audio and video. Expect the Game Master to send the meeting link and passcode before the game.

Many Game Masters pair Zoom with a virtual tabletop or shared documents. You might keep Zoom for faces and table talk, while maps and tokens are managed in your browser. Screen sharing and computer audio make it easy to show images or run a dice cam. If you want to compare with tools that include built-in maps or character sheets, see other online play platforms.

How to use Zoom

Your Game Master will send a Zoom meeting link and, if necessary, a passcode. Click the link at the start time. You can join using the Zoom app or a supported browser. Typically, you do not need a Zoom account unless the Game Master specifies otherwise. Allow the app or browser to access your microphone and camera, then run the built-in audio and video tests. Enter the display name your group expects. Use headphones to avoid echoes. Join a few minutes early to ensure any updates can install and settings can be checked.

Two friends playing D&D at a table with dice and a human skull prop, deep in conversation during their role-playing game.
Two friends playing D&D at a table with dice and a human skull prop, deep in conversation during their role-playing game.
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Purple eight-sided die with gold numbers 5 and 8 visible.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a Zoom account or a paid plan to join?

You do not need a paid Zoom plan as a player. Most games allow you to join a meeting without signing in. If your Game Master limits entry to authenticated users, a free Zoom account will suffice. The host’s plan includes any advanced meeting features.

Can I join using a browser, or should I install the app?

The desktop or mobile app typically provides the best audio and video quality. If you are unable to install it, you can join via Zoom’s web client in a supported browser. Some features, such as virtual backgrounds or local recording, may be restricted in the browser. Your Game Master will send a link that opens either option.

Do I need a webcam or a headset to play?

You need a functioning microphone so others can hear you. A webcam is optional, although many groups prefer having one. Headphones or a headset help prevent echoes and feedback. Built-in laptop microphones work, but a basic headset provides clearer audio.

Can we use Zoom with a VTT or other tools?

Yes. Keep Zoom for voice and video while you run a virtual tabletop or shared documents in your browser. Your Game Master can share their screen to display maps or a physical dice tray. If you want tools with built-in maps and sheets, compare options here: online play platforms.

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