vassal ☆
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Description:
Board game engine
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 3.7.20@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  @VassalEngine  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Other
Tags: board-games tabletop gaming multiplayer game-engine
Install: brew install --cask vassal
About:
VASSAL is a free, open-source game engine specifically designed for playing and creating digital adaptations of board games and tabletop games. It allows users to build modules for any board game, enabling online play with others across the internet or solo play against an AI. The platform supports complex game mechanics, card decks, dice rolling, and real-time multiplayer sessions.
Key Features:
  • Cross-platform multiplayer gaming
  • Module builder for custom game implementations
  • Support for complex board game mechanics
  • Integrated dice roller and card deck handling
  • AI opponents for solo play
Use Cases:
  • Playing board games online with friends remotely
  • Creating digital versions of physical tabletop games
  • Solo playtesting of board game prototypes
  • Organizing and tracking board game sessions
Alternatives:
  • Tabletop Simulator – Paid alternative with 3D physics and Steam Workshop integration
  • Board Game Arena – Web-based platform with curated official game implementations
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Feb 7, 2026 1:49am 3.7.20 0 VERSION_BUMP 2a50cffe
Dec 31, 2025 1:53am 3.7.19 0 VERSION_BUMP 2926d35a
Sep 17, 2025 11:07pm 3.7.17 0 VERSION_BUMP 6a339534
Aug 25, 2025 8:55pm 3.7.16 0 VERSION_BUMP a5c18f97
Jul 25, 2024 9:36pm 3.7.13 0 VERSION_BUMP b2498318
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