[1.5.2] Layer from Webcam

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[1.5.2] Layer from Webcam

Post by smallrealities »

Might sound like a strange request.

I would like a layer than can be the input from a webcam/camera.

My purpose would be for use with Tabletop Miniatures games (and a 3d battlefield) in conjunction with an overhanging projector. It would allow placement of items such as deployment zones, hidden units, traps, minefields, artillery strikes, etc on the hidden/token layer and shown when needed. Ideally the layer would only be visible to the GM as a reference for plotting the location of hidden items. (although it could just be set to GM visible only). The reason for a webcam is for a live input as troops move around the battlefield.

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Re: [1.5.2] Layer from Webcam

Post by Phergus »

That's a new one for sure. :D

On the list for MT 2.0 is animated backgrounds. Using a live video feed instead of a looping mp4 file might be possible but could have bandwidth issues if the GM server was relaying it out to multiple clients across the net.

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Re: [1.5.2] Layer from Webcam

Post by smallrealities »

Even if it could be set to take a "snapshot" for the layer at a set interval would be good.

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