Games like Knave

Miasma and Monsters A weird, dark, fantasy role-playing game Created by Peter TR Bernhardt of Goblin Pit Games Physical copies available here. Link to the Referee's Quickstart. Miasma and Monsters is a TTRPG inspired by the Knave hack, Glaive, but it is its own game entirely. It offers a class-less system that lets players customize their character as they advance in levels. It should be comp…

Fantasy Grounds Unity is a virtual tabletop platform for pen and paper role-playing games. It provides a rich ruleset library, character creation tools, and dynamic 3D environment for immersive gameplay. This Unity-based version offers enhanced features, improved performance, and modular add-ons for tailored gaming experiences. Perfect for both beginners and seasoned gamers to enjoy RPGs online with friends.

Fantasy Grounds is a virtual tabletop platform that supports various rule systems, including D&D and Pathfinder. It offers customizable digital character sheets, dynamic dice rolling, and tools for managing initiative, combat, and other game mechanics. Players can enjoy a more organized and immersive RPG experience, with optional add-ons and modules available for purchase.

"Errant" is a classic fantasy RPG, appealing to fans of early editions and games like Knave, Into the Odd, and The Black Hack. As a down-and-out Errant, players will use their unique set of skills to navigate dangerous monsters, magic, and ancient ruins. The game encourages free compatibility with materials from various popular RPG systems, providing a flexible and engaging experience for adventurers.

Eldritch Gambit is a fantasy role-playing game (RPG) toolkit. Here, players step into the role of adventurers struggling against powerful forces and making difficult decisions. To those running the game, it is a set of building blocks rather than a themed playset: Use a favorite fictional setting or just work together to create the adventures you want. This book includes the basic rules on how …

5e Companion App is a single-player role-playing game designed for busy DMs and excited players alike. While it offers extensive grinding gameplay, it is often hindered by frequent annoying ads and numerous bugs. Despite its potential as a helpful tool, the experience can be frustrating due to these issues.

"Desecration of Wings" is an old school RPG featuring a deep, non-grindy combat system and a 10+ hour storyline exploring war between Immortals. Visible enemies, unique skills from equipment, and optional challenges/sidequests enhance gameplay. The game tackles themes of scholarship, oppression, and relationships through its complex characters, with 24 base scenes and over 100 images.

"Learn Japanese To Survive! Hiragana Battle" is an educational RPG that teaches players how to read and write Hiragana, one of the Japanese writing systems. It offers a fun and engaging way to learn the language, with challenging battles that require the correct input of Japanese characters. The game is designed for beginners, making it an ideal introductory course to Japanese. Join the journey to become proficient in Hiragana while enjoying a unique gaming experience.

Collect what you can. Replace what is lost. Hunt flaunted valuables. Your body is temporary—it must be refined. Feed the machine—the Bone Machine. BONE MACHINES is a simplistic toolkit for the adventures of collection-based evolving skeletons in a relic-littered landscape that fight to overthrow the opulent ruling class. It is adapted by SunGone from Ben Milton’s KNAVE. Its features include: Inven…

"Abenteuerspiel!" is a freeform adventure game for solitaire, cooperative, or referee-guided play, using six dice, an index card, and a pencil. Inspired by "Messerspiel" and "Trophy Gold," it provides lightweight mechanics to spark creativity and flexibility, with customizable aspects to tailor to your preferred narrative or simulationist style of play. Ideal for quick character creation and immersion into any genre, setting, or time period.