ProBoards has been a go-to for free forums for years, and many roleplay communities call it home. But if you've been frustrated by limitations, outdated design, or missing features, you're not alone. Here's how WorldForger compares.

Why Communities Are Switching

ProBoards works, but it wasn't built for roleplay. It's a general forum platform that roleplay communities have adapted with workarounds, plugins, and creative hacks. WorldForger is built from the ground up for roleplay communities.

WorldForger vs ProBoards

WorldForger	Competitor
✓Built-in character profiles with custom fields	Basic profiles, need plugins for character sheets
✓Integrated real-time chat	No native chat, need external apps
✓Quest and achievement systems	No game features, manual tracking only
✓Virtual economy (currencies, shops, inventory)	No economy features
✓Modern, mobile-responsive design	Dated interface, limited mobile support
✓No ads on any plan	Ads on free tier, paid to remove
✓Custom domain included (Pro)	Custom domain is paid add-on
✓Active development, new features regularly	Slow updates, legacy codebase

What You'll Gain

Purpose-Built Tools

Character sheets, IC/OOC separation, and roleplay-specific features out of the box.

Modern Experience

Clean interface that works beautifully on phones, tablets, and desktops.

Game Elements

Quests, achievements, currencies, and shops without plugins or manual tracking.

Real-Time Chat

Integrated chat for quick OOC conversations without leaving your site.

Migration is Easy

Worried about losing your community's history? We offer migration assistance to help you bring over your content, member accounts, and data. Our team will work with you to make the transition as smooth as possible.

ProBoards Alternative - Modern Roleplay Forum Software