A concise route through the app: download, install, build a file library, turn it into resources for games and mechanics, and use DragoNightly as a game master panel at the table.
The site is more than a storefront: it serves up-to-date builds, links your devices and prepares future sync.
The process depends on the platform, but the logic is the same: download the build, install or unpack it — and launch.
The main path: a Windows installer with a wizard, shortcuts and an entry in the apps list.
A single universal build for Apple Silicon and Intel — a DMG image, like most macOS apps.
A portable archive: unpack and run from any folder. The system libraries needed are GTK3 and libmpv — GTK3 ships with most distributions, while libmpv sometimes has to be installed (commands below).
Installing libmpv by distribution:
# Debian / Ubuntu / Mint sudo apt install libmpv2 # or libmpv1 on older releases # Fedora sudo dnf install mpv-libs # Arch / Manjaro sudo pacman -S mpv # openSUSE sudo zypper install libmpv2
Don't rush into a big campaign right away: set the basics first — where to store materials and how to sign in.
Decide where campaign data, references, files and settings will live. The default folder is fine to start — you can move it later, library included.
Signing in with email or login links the app to your site profile: downloads, devices and future network features.
Pick the theme that works at your table: the dark fantasy theme suits dim-light sessions well.
Your site profile shows active sessions and devices. Revoke any access you no longer need in one click.
DragoNightly separates two jobs: files rest in storage while resources turn them into working materials for games, mechanics and scenes. The library serves the screen instead of getting in the way.
Drop maps, PDFs, notes, portraits and tables into DragoNightly storage. They stay in the master's working library, always within reach.
The Resources section turns files into meaningful items: scenes, rules, locations, characters, hints or materials of a specific game.
Organise resources by campaigns, one-shots, rule systems and house mechanics — whatever suits your table.
Rename or move a file in the Files section — linked resources won't reset. Tidy up the library without losing anything on the screen.
Add a map, image, document or rules table to storage — anything that should be nearby during the game.
Link the file to a resource and give it game meaning: "dungeon map", "fatigue mechanic", "ally portrait", "loot table".
Attach the resource to a game, mechanic or scene. What stays on the screen is the material the master needs — not a file path.
Tidy up the library without fear: if a file is renamed or moved via the Files section, DragoNightly keeps its link to the resource. A map, rule, portrait or important note won't vanish from your prep just because you cleaned things up.
DragoNightly is designed as a game master panel: fewer file switches, more control over the current scene.
Keep parties, campaigns and one-shots apart so materials don't mix between tables.
During a session keep the plot, history, shared notes, ambience materials and current goals at hand.
Combatants, conditions, initiative and battle notes — right next to the rules and creature cards.
Music, images, riddles and helper materials let you change the pace quickly without digging around.
Storage holds campaigns, references, uploaded files, resources and user settings. Treat it as the master's working folder: raw material goes in, and resources deliver it where it's needed in play.
Some features already rely on your account, others are future development: sync, character sharing and collaborative materials.
Needed for downloads, signing in to the app and managing devices.
Show where your profile is open and let you close sessions you don't need.
Down the road DragoNightly will help masters and players share characters, materials and updates.
These are the renders and reference points the interface is aiming for. Live screenshots and short videos will arrive as stable builds ship.
We'll add a short walkthrough once the core scenarios are ready for a public showing: install, storage, resources and scene prep.
Create an account to get access to downloads, your profile and future DragoNightly network features.