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"Unreservedly recommended... a gem and an instant classic" says Paul StJohn Mackintosh about The Children of Fear, our epic multi-part campaign for Call of Cthulhu. This is the free 141 page handouts pack for The Children of Fear, containing Keeper resources,  player handouts, and pre-gen characters for the campaign. Print them and use them again and again! Developed over four years of meticulous … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Children of Fear Free Handouts and Pre-gen Characters (Call of Cthulhu).

Welcome to Glorantha A mythic world of mortals and gods, myths and cults, monsters and heroes. In Glorantha, the Runes permeate everything, and mastery of Runes allows astonishing feats of bravery and magic. Glorantha is ancient, and has known many ages, but now it is at the brink of the greatest conflict it has ever known… the Hero Wars. Glorantha is the setting of RuneQuest, one of the oldest a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to RuneQuest: Roleplaying in Glorantha Quickstart Rules.

Berlin the Wicked City is, according to prolific RPGNet reviewer Antonios S.,  "probably the best sourcebook/adventure book combo that I have ever read - Style 5/5, substance 5/5". This is the free 39 page handouts pack for Berlin the Wicked City containing every player handout for the campaign. Print them and use them again and again! Unveiling the Mythos in Weimar Germany - In the aftermath of t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Berlin the Wicked City Free Keeper Reference Booklet and Handouts Pack (Call of Cthulhu).

Cthulhu Dark Ages is "one of the best Call of Cthulhu books to come out, from any edition" (Rolling Boxcars). This is the free 24 page handouts pack for Cthulhu Dark Ages 3rd Edition, containing Keeper resources,  player handouts, and pre-gen characters for the campaign. Print them and use them again and again! With nothing but candle light and your wits, your journey into the Dark Ages begins... … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cthulhu Dark Ages Free Handouts and Pre-gen Characters (Call of Cthulhu).

Cthulhu Calls! At long last, the intricacies of the nefarious Cthulhu cult are revealed! "An essential addition to any Call of Cthulhu Keeper or Investigator’s bookshelf." — GameOnAus. Cults of Cthulhu gives you the rules to inject fully-realized and unique Cthulhu cults directly into your campaigns, and create your own antagonists. This is the free 68 page handouts pack for Cults of Cthulhu cont… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cults of Cthulhu Free Handouts Pack (Call of Cthulhu).

Available as a free download!  This pack includes 14 pre-generated RuneQuest player characters from the Gloranthan Elder races, ready for immediate play in your RuneQuest Roleplaying in Glorantha games. Each comes with their own history, motives, and worldviews. The Elder races of Glorantha are far more distinctive and unique than non-human characters found in many other fantasy settings.  … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to RuneQuest Elder Race Adventurers.

"Will challenge even the most seasoned investigators." — Fandomentals. The denizens of Nameless Horrors are unlike anything you’ve encountered before. Each is truly of the Cthulhu Mythos, but they come from realms unknown, and will keep even the most seasoned investigators on their toes. This is the free 183 page handouts pack for Nameless Horrors containing every player handout for the campaign a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nameless Horrors Free Handouts Pack (Call of Cthulhu).

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… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Miasma and Monsters Player's Pamphlet.

Mythos Horror comes to Jane Austen's England! “If you’re seeking the thin whisper of air between two hovering hands in an open ballroom but aren’t afraid to find a writhing tentacle reaching out for you instead, Regency Cthulhu is for you.” — OnePaigeRPG “Sleep, or repose that deserved the name of sleep, was out of question. That… in which her disturbed imagination had tormented her on her first … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Regency Cthulhu Free Handouts Pack (Call of Cthulhu).

A Time to Harvest - Death and Discovery in the Vermont Hills! "A splendid 1930s campaign splicing some canonical locations with the latest and greatest of 7th edition goodness... An unexpected addition to the Chaosium canon, but a very worthwhile and rewarding one." — Paul St John MacIntoshIn 1929, a student died during an expedition in the Vermont Hills. One year later, the Miskatonic University … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A Time to Harvest Free Handouts Pack (Call of Cthulhu).

The Domestic - FREE Introductory Solo Adventure for Rivers of London: the Roleplaying Game Spring, 2016: the Folly, also known as the Metropolitan Police Service’s “special magic branch,” has received word of repeated domestic disturbances at an address on Prince of Wales Road, London—and very odd ones, at that. Convinced that there’s more going on than meets the eye, DCI Thomas Nightingale has a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Domestic - Solo Adventure for Rivers of London the Roleplaying Game.

Call of Cthulhu in the Land Down Under In Australia, your investigators will come face-to-face with supernatural forces that have endured for longer than humanity has existed. It is a land of adventure, danger, and ageless wisdom—a perfect for setting for Call of Cthulhu! This is the free 12 page handouts pack for Terror Australis containing every player handout for the campaign and character shee… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Terror Australis Free Handouts Pack (Call of Cthulhu).

Reign of Terror is an epic two-part historical scenario, set during the French Revolution, playable as a stand-alone adventure or as an historical interlude for use with Chaosium’s premium campaign Horror on the Orient Express. This is the free 22 page handouts pack for Reign of Terror containing every player handout for the campaign and character sheets. Print them and use them again and again! R… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Reign of Terror Free Handouts Pack (Call of Cthulhu).

The Quest of the Red Blade was originally written by Greg in 1991, and has revisions and editing by Pendragon line editor David Larkins.  The adventure even features an "aging Round Table knight, Sir Gregor de Stafford". Here is the portrait of Sir Gregor we commissioned John Bridges to create for this release: This scenario is set in the wilds of Cambria, sometime during the reign of King Arthur… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Quest of the Red Blade.

Beyond the Mountains of Madness has been described as "simply one of the best Call of Cthulhu campaigns ever published" (Shipwreck Library). This is the free 44  page handouts pack for Beyond the Mountains of Madness containing all player handouts for the campaign. Print them and use them again and again! The long out-of-print Beyond The Mountains of Madness returns with a fully updated layout an… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Beyond the Mountains of Madness Free Handouts Pack (Call of Cthulhu).

The Rattling Wind” is a preview chapter from the upcoming RuneQuest adventure anthology The Pegasus Plateau & Other Stories, a collection of new, ready- to-use adventures or locations written with the specific purpose of introducing Glorantha and RuneQuest to new players and gamemasters. Herein, the small town of Farfield is menaced by an enigmatic menace, "The Rattling Wind," for which the advent… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Rattling Wind (RuneQuest).

An encounter location for RuneQuest The Whispering Ruins can be used by RuneQuest gamemasters as an isolated encounter while adventurers travel in the region or fleshed out as the setting of an entire adventure.  Note: the Whispering Ruins location is not part of any upcoming sourcebook or adventure.  The RuneQuest core rules (available from Chaosium) are needed for use of The Whispering Ruins, t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Whispering Ruins (RuneQuest).

Goblins & Grimoires is a table top fantasy role-playing game based on the Four Points RPG System.OverviewIn this game you'll play as a gang of Goblins, small burrowing creatures, inhabiting the lands of Pherendel. For one reason or another, you have decided to learn magic! However, practicing magic in Pherendel is a tricky business: you'll need to find the right ingredients, know how to prepare th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Goblins & Grimoires.

Introduction to Chaosium's simple, fast, and elegant skill-based percentage systemthat is the core of most Chaosium roleplaying games, including Call of Cthulhu, RuneQuest, SuperWorld, and others. At some point, almost every gamemaster wants to create their own Mythic World. That's what the Basic Roleplaying System (BRP) is all about! It is simple, fast, and elegant, using a skill-based percentile… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Basic Roleplaying Quickstart Rules.

Hello everyone, Castle Oldskull is a well-regarded RPG supplement series, designed to sync with Gygaxian, old school, and Wizardly tabletop role-playing games. If you play tabletop, you’ll sync in quickly. If you’re a retro videogamer, you might see influences from Archon, The Bard’s Tale, Dragon’s Lair, Gauntlet, Mail Order Monsters, Phantasie, Telengard, Temple of Apshai, Tunnels of Doom, Ultima… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Castle Oldskull Module 15: Warriors.

In this adventure rpg you’ll take on the role of an aspiring hero traveling untamed lands, unlocking ancient mysteries, and discovering great wonders. It's a land dotted with crumbling ruins and disconnected communities. Centuries have passed and little is known about what was here before, or how it ended. Discover your own truths through play. Slot based inventory system Plenty of single use m… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Saga.

Doors to Darkness "makes for a great jumping on point to Call of Cthulhu for both beginning Keepers and players. ", says The Gaming Gang. This is the free 33 page handouts pack for Doors to Darkness containing all handouts and pre-generated characters. Print them and use them again and again! Five scenarios of Cthulhu Mythos terror designed for new players and keepers! Doors to Darkness is a co… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Doors to Darkness Free Handouts and Pre-gen Characters Pack (Call of Cthulhu).

Just because you love Old-School Essentials, doesn't mean you have to use old-school tools! The Tome of Organization Notion Template for OSE uses powerful interconnected databases, pre-built templates, and much more using a FREE Notion account. Create adventures or import campaign book content with our prebuilt templates. After your adventure, write session notes and connect to the player database… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tome of Organization Notion Template: Designed for Old-School Essentials.

A Packet of What? A Packet of Particular Peaks. This is a go-to reference for a system neutral, old school inspired fantasy setting that aims to provide a “drop-in-and-drop-out” experience. You can run a small side quest within the peaks, provide a parallel campaign to your normal adventures, or simply pull from this packet for game-able material in your role playing game sessions. We hope … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A Packet of Particular Peaks.

SRD Cantrip Spell Specialty Feats: Master Your Magic—One Spell at a Time A cantrip is supposed to be simple. This book turns it into a path. SRD Cantrip Spell Specialty Feats is a fully SRD-compliant, 30+ page expansion for Dungeons & Dragons 5e—featuring 60 new feats that let spellcasters specialize in the magic they use every day. Every cantrip in the official SRD now has two evolution path… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cantrip Feats (5e PDF) – 60 Feats for Spellcasters | Digital DnD Expansion.

Hear the call of glory and honor, journey proud across your land free from the tyranny of kings and queens—enter the Age of Vikings! Enjoy these free resources for Age of Vikings. Download them, print them, and use them in your games. 'The Cursed Farm' is a demo scenario that introduces Age of Vikings. Download your copy from itch.io  here. Adventure Awaits - Get your copy of Age of Vikin… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Age of Vikings Free Resources.

Create. Explore. Play. Basic Roleplaying (BRP) is a system of core rules for tabletop roleplaying. Whether you’re a seasoned roleplaying veteran or new to the hobby, Basic Roleplaying has everything you need for years of entertainment. Powering some of the most influential and celebrated roleplaying games of all time, Basic Roleplaying is presented here in an easy-to-use, intuitive, and access… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Basic Roleplaying: Universal Game Engine - Free Quickstart with three adventures.

"Delivers a solid balance of creepy investigation and scary action, whether as a one-shot or potential campaign starter." — Reviews from R'lyeh. The Milton Hotel cordially invites you to view the fantastical exhibition “The Kingdom of Fire—Egypt’s 18th Dynasty.” Marvel at the treasures of Tutankhamun and Hatshepsut, and the mysterious canopic jar of Ibnhotep the Mad! Tickets are limited and sellin… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Shadow Over Providence Enhanced Edition Free Handouts Pack (Call of Cthulhu).

Horror on the Orient Express has been described as "The most ambitious Call of Cthulhu adventure ever created… a high water mark for Call of Cthulhu" (Blackgate). This is the free 205 page handouts pack for Horror on the Orient Express containing player handout for the campaign. Print them and use them again and again! Horror on the Orient Express is a massive and legendary Call of Cthulhu campaig… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Horror on the Orient Express Free Handouts Pack (Call of Cthulhu).

Metal Dungeon (メタルダンジョン?) is a turn-based role-playing video game developed by Panther Software for Microsoft's Xbox game system. The game takes place in a fictional alternate reality where countries have access to highly advanced magitechnology. In the process of creating monsters with this technology using an ancient creature named "The Gods of Magic"; it broke free of its bonds and took contro… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Metal Dungeon.

A millennium has passed since Kavlov imprisoned the demon Balthazar deep beneath the earth, binding themselves within the Halls of Dread to guarantee their success. However, as Kavlov's power fades, so does the demon's prison. Do you have what it takes to stop the ritual circles from being activated and prevent Balthazar's escape? Or will you take on the role of the villain, seeking to unleash unt… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kavlov's Sanctuary | Mörk Borg Edition.

There are cities and villages. What we call civilization. Then there are the Wastes. Beyond. Where the witches and wizards hide. Kings and Queens lead armies of flying war machines against each other from the safety of their castles. Bombing countrysides into ashy echoes. Soldiers with rifles and bayonets guide tanks down village streets, ready for war. This is the backdrop for the world, where Sp… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Wizards and the Wastes.

Horror Roleplaying in the Worlds of H.P. Lovecraft The Great Old Ones ruled the earth aeons before the rise of humankind. Originally they came from the gulfs of space and were cast down by even greater beings. Remains of their cyclopean cities and forbidden knowledge can still be found on remote islands in the Pacific, buried amid the shifting sands of vast deserts, and in the frigid recesses of t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Call of Cthulhu Quickstart Rules.

Ryuutama is a tabletop role-playing game developed in Japan by designer Atsuhiro Okada, now available in a complete English edition. It is set in a world where the "NPCs" of the village--the bakers, farmers, shopkeepers and healers--set off on a wonderful adventure exploring a fantasy world together. Some people colloquially call it "Hayao Miyazaki's Oregon Trail", because of its heartwarming (in … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ryuutama - Natural Fantasy Roleplay.

A Tale of Terror by Sandy Petersen, the godfather of Call of Cthulhu This scenario is by Sandy Petersen, original creator of the Call of Cthulhu roleplaying game. It is set in the modern-day in the icy waters of the North Atlantic.  Accommodating two to six players, The Derelict can be played in a single session. The adventure concerns a missing reefer ship, the Groenland Tropisch, which has been … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Derelict.

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 … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Eldritch Gambit.

Harlem Unbound 2nd Edition is "an essential Call of Cthulhu 1920s supplement, expanding not just the game we love, but how you view the entire genre and society itself", says esteemed Call of Cthulhu writer Mark Morrison (Horror on the Orient Express, Reign of Terror, Terror Australis, etc). This is the free 52 page handouts pack for Harlem Unbound containing every player handout for the sourceboo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Harlem Unbound Free Handouts Pack (Call of Cthulhu).

FANTASTIC MEDIEVAL CAMPAIGNS is a new version of the original 1974 ruleset for fantasy wargaming campaigns, in four chapters and 236 pages: Chapter I, Mortals & Magic: Explains how to generate fantastic characters, fight terrible monsters, and cast magical spells.Chapter II, Monsters & Treasures: Lists different kinds of monsters and the treasures they guard from characters that encounter them.Cha… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fantastic Medieval Campaigns.

87%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, music

87% User Score Based on 271 reviews

Deity Empires is a 4X, turn-based strategy game with a powerful “just one more turn” feel! Enter an intricate fantasy world as one of many deities posed to become ruler of the world. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Deity Empires.

65%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, atmosphere

66% User Score Based on 323 reviews

Critic Score 60%Based on 1 reviews

Ryzom, also known as The Saga of Ryzom, is a free and open source massively multiplayer online role-playing game developed by Nevrax for Microsoft Windows, OS X, and Linux. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ryzom.

DMHelper is a VTT that will act as your in-game assistance, your dungeon master’s swiss army knife, taking care of the administrative tasks and allowing you to focus on your players, the narrative, and having fun! Version 2.5 is an incremental improvement on the last release, with some new features and some real Quality of Life enhancements! Version 2.5 The new HW-accelerated Player Window renderi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DM Helper.

Clean Spirit is a token-based, rules-lite TTRPG designed to inspire an emotionally meaningful cleaning session with your new or old characters. There's nothing quite like cleaning and the magic of discovering something lost, placing a treasured item in the perfect spot, finding the strength to let something go, and reliving the stories and memories these items inspire.  It's time to join your fel… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Clean Spirit.

119 Original Class Feats SRD Class Feats for 5e (2024) is a comprehensive, SRD 5.2–compliant expansion that gives every official SRD class meaningful, thematic feat options—without power creep, subclass lock-in, or closed content. This book contains 119 original class-focused feats, each designed as a modern half-feat for the 2024 ruleset and written entirely under Creative Commons for safe reus… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ⚔️ SRD Class Feats for 5e 2024 (PDF) – 119 Feats for Core Classes| Digital DnD Expansion.

As of September 30th, 2024, this title is available free of charge. © 2024 Felix, J. All rights reserved. An Original Dark Fantasy Setting Step into the immersive and dark world of Ezora, where knights and legends come together in Dark Ink's captivating fantasy universe. Building on the success of its predecessor, Knights & Legends has been a bestselling title for four consecutive years, offerin… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Knights & Legends: Dark Ink 3e.

“Unlike Anything Else Out There” - Full Metal RPG Podcast “A Game For Everyone” - The VintageRPG Podcast Unlock the RPG Experience of your Dreams. It’s so easy for the immersive magic of RPGs to get smothered by complex game math. That’s why we distilled a new role-playing game that runs on nothing but pure imagination. The Epic of Dreams unbinds fantasy roleplay, keeping math to a minimum, while … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Epic of Dreams: Basilisk Edition.

Welcome to the enthralling world of "Wizards of Naru," a tabletop role-playing game (TTRPG) where magic, mystery, and adventure intertwine in a vivid fantasy setting. This game invites you to step into a realm where your choices shape the story, and your imagination brings the world to life. Whether you're a seasoned TTRPG player or new to the genre, "Wizards of Naru" offers a unique blend of trad… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wizards of Naru.

Mansions of Madness Vol 1: Behind Closed Doors is "an excellent revitalization of a classic collection and definitely has enough new content to be a worthwhile purchase even if you have earlier editions of the collection", says Never Read the Latin. This is the free 58 page handouts pack for Mansions of Madness containing every player handout for the campaign. Print them and use them again and aga… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mansions of Madness Free Handouts and Pre-gen Characters Pack (Call of Cthulhu).

Masks of Nyarlathotep is "...widely considered one of the best RPG adventures ever made" (Gizmodo).  This is the free 96 page handouts pack for Masks of Nyarlathotep containing every player handout for the campaign. Print them and use them again and again! The new edition of Masks of Nyarlathotep is a complete revision and updating of this epic multi-part campaign set in 1925, in which steadfast i… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Masks of Nyarlathotep Free Handouts Pack (Call of Cthulhu).

The Two-Headed Serpent is "a cross between Indiana Jones and Hellboy... awesome action movie fun with a beautifully realized Lovecraftian back drop... The staff at Chaosium have put together a marvelous globe trotting tale of monster filled, paranoia inducing, world ending mayhem" (Shoggoth.net). This is the free 42 page Keeper Resource Pack pack for The Two-Headed Serpent containing every player… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Two-Headed Serpent Free Keeper Resource Pack (Call of Cthulhu.

Hello everyone, Castle Oldskull is a well-regarded RPG supplement series, designed to sync with Gygaxian, old school, and Wizardly tabletop role-playing games. If you play tabletop, you’ll sync in quickly. If you’re a retro videogamer, you might see influences from Archon, The Bard’s Tale, Dragon’s Lair, Gauntlet, Mail Order Monsters, Phantasie, Telengard, Temple of Apshai, Tunnels of Doom, Ultima… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Castle Oldskull Module 6: The Book of Dungeon Traps.