Using a secondary display or projector

If you are using just one computer/laptop to run your game you would launch the GM client and get everything read. Then, launch the player client and connect to your localhost IP (127.0.0.1). The only drawback here is that you'll have to switch between the two clients as you game. If you do not want to use the fog of war, hidden creatures or hide your GM rolls then you can probably get away with just using the GM client. If you can work a second laptop into the picture (I know, easier said than done), then you can hook one laptop to the project and run the player client on it while you run the GM client on the second laptop (this is how I run my home campaign).

 

Hi bocephus,

We highly recommend 2 machines when possible, but not completely needed. If you already have a projector, you can set the projector as an extension to your desktop and run the player client on the other screen. The negative with this is the control of the mouse. When your players try to move their characters, it may mess with you since you are trying to run things on the 'Judge' client.

Like Ken explained, we use 2 laptops or 1 desktop and 1 laptop (either connected wirelessly or via crossover cable), and connect the 'Player' client to the projector, monitor, or even the flat screen on the wall. If you have a wireless router in your house you can welcome your players to bring their own laptops and run their own 'Player' to your 'Judge.'

**Reminder: for every connection above 2, you will need either additional 'Guest' or 'Player' Licenses (only $10)

I hope this helps.

Best regards and Happy Gaming,

Nick