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Lay out buttons across security levels. Add passwords, toggles, audio, maps, keypads, and embedded video or docs.
TTRPG Terminal Simulator by Ties That Bind Gaming
Terminal props built for TTRPG game masters
A control panel your players will believe is real
Build layered ship consoles, facility access grids, and mission terminals for your TTRPG table, then run them live with real-time sync, passwords, and embedded media. Also great for escape rooms and any immersive experience.
Cloud trial: 14 days free · No credit card · Desktop host license from $29.99
- ✓ 11 button types
- ✓ Real-time sync
- ✓ Offline capable
- ✓ Unlimited terminals (desktop)
From blank screen to live session
Three steps. No coding. Your players click real buttons while you control what unlocks next.
Host the session
Run from the Desktop app on your PC or use the cloud. Everyone connects to the same live state — operators and viewers.
Reveal the story live
Unlock doors, play security footage, and drop mission briefings at the exact moment your table needs them.
Built for live moments
Any scenario that needs a believable system interface — not a slideshow.
Tabletop RPGs
Hand players a functioning ship bridge or facility console. You stay in control of what unlocks and when.
Escape rooms
Add a digital prop that accepts codes, plays clue videos, and gates the next physical lock.
Film & content
Give actors a responsive set piece that looks authentic on camera — not a static graphic.
Setup guides for specific TTRPG systems
Step-by-step configuration for Alien RPG and Mothership — themes, buttons, access control, and immersion tools.
Pick how you host
Own it outright with Desktop, or let us handle hosting with Cloud. Players never need a license either way.
Cloud Edition
We host everything. Open a browser, build your terminal, and run live sessions with your players, no install required, ever.
Monthly subscription
$2.99 /mo
Free tier available · cancel anytime
- ✓Nothing to install, works in any modern browser
- ✓All button types on every plan
- ✓Real-time sync for operators and viewers
- ✓We handle hosting, backups, and updates
- ✓Upgrade or downgrade anytime from your dashboard
Pro plan from $5.99/mo · 14-day trial on signup
Desktop Edition
Own the host license for $29.99 and run sessions from your PC, with no monthly fees and no terminal caps. Players join free.
One-time purchase
$29.99
one-time, yours forever
- ✓All button types included: audio, doors, keypads, maps, and more
- ✓Unlimited terminals, no tier restrictions
- ✓ Players join via browser or the free desktop client, no license needed to connect
- ✓Real-time sync over your local network or the internet
- ✓Terminal data stored on your machine, you own your files
- ✓Windows PC required to host; players on any device
Installer or portable · Free as a client · License required to host
Windows 10/11 · 64-bit · Learn more
Cloud plan comparison
Basic and Pro share the same terminal, sharing, and button limits. Only storage and customization differ.
INCLUDED WITH EVERY PLAN
BUTTON TYPES
SECURITY PROTOCOLS
| Feature | Basic $2.99 /mo | Pro $5.99 /mo |
|---|---|---|
| Customization | ||
| Color / Font / Theme Editor | — | ✓ |
| TTRPG Integration (Alien RPG and more) | — | ✓ |
| Storage | ||
| Storage Capacity | 100 MB | 250 MB |
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Common questions
Desktop Edition
Do I need an internet connection to run sessions?
No. Once activated, the app works fully offline on your local network. An internet connection is only needed to activate your license and for players joining remotely.
How do remote players connect?
Players open a browser tab and connect to your local address. For players on the same Wi-Fi this works automatically. For remote players, you forward port 5188 on your router or use a free tool like ngrok to share a public URL instantly. VPS hosting or VPN on the host can break local Wi-Fi links; use a public URL for everyone in those cases. See the connection guide for details.
What happens when there is an update?
The app notifies you when a new version is available. Download the latest installer from this page; your terminal data carries over automatically.
Can I download the app without buying a license?
Yes. Anyone can download the desktop app and use it as a client to connect to a host session. A license is only required if you want to host sessions from your own machine.
Windows shows a security warning when I run it.
This is normal for unsigned apps. Click "More info" then "Run anyway." The app is safe; we are working on code signing for a future release.
Can I still use the cloud version?
Yes. The Desktop Edition and the cloud subscription are separate products. Your existing account and terminals remain available on the cloud.
Why pay $29.99 for Desktop instead of cloud?
Cloud is great if you want us to host everything: plans start at $2.99/month with tier limits on terminals and storage. Desktop is one payment for the GM: unlimited terminals, local files you control, and no recurring bill. Players never need a license either way; only the person hosting pays.
Cloud Edition
What happens when my free trial ends?
If you haven't subscribed to Basic or Pro, your account is locked: you keep your data, but can't open or edit your terminals until you subscribe. If you don't subscribe within 14 days of your trial ending, your account and terminal data are automatically deleted. You can upgrade at any time from your dashboard, or try the Desktop Edition for a one-time purchase.
Can I upgrade or downgrade at any time?
Yes. Upgrades take effect immediately. Downgrades between Basic and Pro apply at the end of your current billing period. Cancelling locks your account at the end of your billing period rather than downgrading you to a lesser plan.
Will I lose my terminals if I cancel?
Not right away. Your terminal data is preserved while your account is locked, but locked accounts that stay inactive for 30 days are automatically deleted along with their terminals. Subscribe again before then to reopen and edit your terminals.
Is there a difference between the Cloud and Desktop editions?
Yes. The Cloud Edition is hosted by us, so there is nothing to install, it stays up to date, and it is accessible from any browser. The Desktop Edition runs on your own Windows PC: buy once, no monthly fees, terminal data stays on your machine. Both editions share the same account system.
Do you offer annual billing or team plans?
We currently offer monthly billing only. Contact support@terminal.tiesthatbindgaming.com if you have specific requirements.
What payment methods are accepted?
All major credit and debit cards via Stripe. We do not store any payment details on our servers.
Ready to run your first session?
Download the desktop app to host locally, or start a free cloud trial and build in your browser.