Games like Stories RPG

Welcome! This is a two-page, printable approach to designing engaging, dramatic scenes for any story - whether one you choose to write out, or for a story game.  Though designed to work with the StoriesRPG base game, it works with any tabletop RPG, breaking every scene into four parts: The Hook: A read-aloud description to set the scene!Explore: A list of things to describe and questions to ask to…

Welcome! This is a two-page, printable set of cards designed to help you become better at running tabletop RPGs.  Though designed to work with the StoriesRPG base rules, it works with any tabletop RPG, giving you tips for improving: Trust & Collaboration: Help players build community and connection.Speaking & Listening: Help players improve their improv and attention.Writing & Storytelling: Help…

Welcome! This is a two-page, printable tool for tying character advancement to writing stories!  By encouraging players to contribute to the world of the game with stories, celebrating them, and distributing Story Points with which to buy new abilities and re-rolls, this Boost makes TTRPGs a joyous way to link a difficult skill - writing - with the greatest reward: peer support.   As a certified …

Welcome! This is a two-page, printable tool for creating climactic moments of tactics and tension - without combat!  Whether an epic chase, the struggle to save a sinking ship, or a desperate search for a medicinal ingredient, this will help you create collaborative goals and a real sense of drama! As a certified teacher, I find the narrative focus in most TTRPGs to be reductive - the action and …

Partnerz in Grime is a story game in which the players take on the role of a crew of goblins: awesomely awful, magical critters hiding out on the edges of hooman society getting into all sorts of trouble. The game is a story arc for Stories RPG. It includes all the rules in the free one-page game, along with illustrations by the incredible Rob Hebert, fun extra rules, a world-building tool, and s…

"Newfound Courage" is a narrative-driven visual novel game where you play as a barista in a cozy café, navigating through relationships and personal growth. The game features relatable characters, slice-of-life storylines, and choices that impact the protagonist's journey. As the seasons change, so does the café, offering new experiences and chances to form deep connections.

Sydney's World is a family-friendly JRPG. Game focus is on the intersecting story arcs of a young girl seeking her father and a king in search of redemption.

The Life and Suffering of Sir Brante is a narrative-driven text-based RPG set in a ruthless medieval realm that comes to life on the pages of the protagonist's journal. Though every man's life is predetermined by the Lot they received at birth, it is you who decides whether your character will challenge fate and alter his destiny, rewriting the established laws of the universe. The free version o…

Experience an "D&D Style RPG Game" with an intriguing story and ingenious gameplay, featuring delightful graphics and good music. However, frequent ads can be distracting and grinding is required. With multiple choices and high replayability, players can become highly emotional and laugh at the dense atmosphere and hilarious moments. The game lets you be in control of the choices made in the story.

Play kid monsters as little heroes in their creepy world. 84 pages of rules, characters, setting, monsters, guidance, and creative tools.2 or more players. Works best with 3 to 5.Playtime of 1 or more hours.Requires six-sided dice, pencils, and paper. Tokens, such as game chips or glass beads, are useful but optional.Created by the Sims family (two little girls and their dad) with special guests. …