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GURPS

4th Edition
The Generic Universal RolePlaying System — simulate anything
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universal
CrunchySimulationSandboxCharacter BuildingTacticalRealisticGrid-Based
Languages: English
Dice3d6
System FamilyGURPS
CostFree (Lite) / $$$
LicenseSJ Games Online Policy
PublisherSteve Jackson Games
Year2004
Complexity Very High
Accessibility High
Community Medium

Core Mechanic

Roll 3d6 under target number. Advantage/disadvantage system via character traits.

Best For

Groups who want a single system for every genre with granular simulation and deep customization.

Highlights

Highly customizable point-buy system, simulation-focused, one system for any genre

Considerations

Character creation requires significant point-budget planning, combat rules are granular with many modifiers to track, full system spans two 576-page core books plus supplements, GM prep is substantial for campaigns using multiple sourcebooks