We’re excited to share that Pixels Dice has teamed up with Gamers.Online, a leading platform dedicated to connecting gamers worldwide. This partnership marks the beginning of a new chapter in community-driven gaming, where technology and tradition meet to enhance your tabletop experiences.
What This Partnership Brings As part of our collaboration, Pixels Dice will be featured in select Gamers.Online’s tournaments. We’re helping to sponsor these events by providing several of our smart D20s as exclusive giveaways. This is your chance to win one of these cutting-edge dice while participating in the exciting events hosted by Gamers.Online.
This partnership is more than just a collaboration—it’s a step toward building a more connected and interactive gaming community. We can’t wait to see how you use Pixels Dice to light up your gaming nights with friends found on Gamers.Online.
Stay tuned for more details on how you can participate in these exciting tournaments and possibly walk away with your very own Pixels D20!
Imagine combining the tactile thrill of rolling real dice with the digital convenience of D&D Beyond. Thanks to one of our dedicated community members, Carrierfry, you can now seamlessly integrate your Pixels dice with your D&D Beyond character sheets. This innovative extension bridges the gap between traditional and digital gameplay, bringing a new level of interactivity to your sessions.
Getting Started:
To begin using your Pixels dice with D&D Beyond, follow these simple steps:
On the top right of your screen, you’ll see the “Connect to Pixels” option. Click on it (Important: Do not pair your dice via your OS Bluetooth settings!).
Pair one die at a time. It should light up blue during pairing and turn green once connected.
Repeat the process for each die you want to connect.
Roll Your Dice:
Option A: Roll one of your dice directly, and watch as it generates a custom roll.
Option B: Right-click on a check, save, to-hit, or damage roll in D&D Beyond and select “Roll with Pixels.” The corresponding die will light up—then roll it!
Option C: Enable “Pixel Mode” (this mode is enabled by default). Left-click on any roll in D&D Beyond, and the corresponding die will light up—then roll it!
Tips: Auto-Pairing When you enable this chrome flag, your dice will automatically pair with DnD Beyond once you open a character sheet after you have paired them before: chrome://flags/#enable-web-bluetooth-new-permissions-backend
FAQ
Q: Why don’t I see my dice when I click on “Connect to Pixels”?
A: Ensure Bluetooth is enabled and the dice are in range. If your motherboard has Bluetooth, check if it has antennas connected—these are used for both WIFI and Bluetooth. Also, make sure your dice are not connected to the Pixels App or any other integrations, as they can only maintain one connection at a time.
Q: I can’t connect to the die at all even though it’s visible in the device list. What can I do?
A: Disable Bluetooth on your OS for a few seconds, then re-enable it.
Q: I get a popup that my browser isn’t supported. What can I do?
A: If you’re using a supported browser, ensure a Bluetooth receiver is connected (like a Bluetooth dongle). The extension requires a connected device that can send and receive Bluetooth signals. If you’re using an unsupported browser, switch to one that is supported.
Q: I use Beyond20 but my rolls don’t get sent over to Roll20. What can I do?
A: Go to Beyond20’s settings and enable “Use D&D Beyond’s Digital Dice.
We owe a huge thanks to Carrierfry for this incredible extension, which truly enhances the Pixels experience. If you see Carrierfry on our Discord, be sure to express your gratitude!
The Journey of Pixels Dice: From Hackaday to a Global Phenomenom
The story of Pixels Dice began on Hackaday, where Jean Simonet, a seasoned video game developer, first shared his innovative idea. What started as a simple project quickly garnered attention from the tabletop gaming community. Enthusiasts began asking, “This Pipped D6 is amazing—why not create the entire set?” Jean accepted the challenge, setting the stage for what would become a groundbreaking venture.
Kickstarter Success and Beyond
On March 9, 2021, the Pixels Kickstarter campaign launched, running for 30 days. The response was overwhelming, with 24,912 backers bringing this dream to life. This incredible support, marked the beginning of a long, rewarding journey for Pixels Dice.
Our team, a small but dedicated international group, collaborated closely with our manufacturing partners in China. Over the next few years, we expanded the Pixels lineup to include all standard dice types—D12, D10, D100, D8, D6, and even the unique Fudge Dice—across various stunning colorways like Midnight Galaxy, Onyx Black, Hematite Grey, and Aurora Sky. Despite the challenges posed by the global pandemic, we persevered, overcoming disruptions in manufacturing and supply chains. This period was also a time of significant innovation; we enhanced the Bluetooth antenna, improved battery life, and optimized the LEDs for better brightness and energy efficiency.
Luna, Our mascot
As we laid the foundation for the future of Pixels, we opened our website to new orders and allowed backers to edit their existing ones, ensuring everyone could tailor their Pixels experience.
At Pixels, we believe in the power of community collaboration. That’s why our dice are open source, inviting you to explore our API, create your own projects, and contribute to the ever-growing Pixels ecosystem. Visit our resource page on the website for tools, guides, and more. Your feedback and suggestions are invaluable as we work to perfect our electronic dice.
Our Community
We are immensely grateful for our vibrant and supportive community. Throughout our development journey, Discord has become our primary social platform, offering a space for gamers, developers, and creators to connect. We invite anyone interested in Pixels or tabletop gaming to join us. Whether you have questions, ideas, or simply want to be part of the conversation, your voice matters. Together, we can continue to push the boundaries of what Pixels Dice can achieve.
