# FU RPG tags: #game/rpg/furpg ![[Free Universal RPG (cover).jpg]] **Free Universal RPG (FU RPG)**: The game that dares to ask, "Can we make it any simpler without just playing pretend?" FU RPG is the gaming equivalent of a Swiss Army knife if all the blades were replaced with different ways to say "Yes, but..." or "No, and...". Designed by Nathan Russell and published by Peril Planet, this game is all about getting to the action fast, with as little fuss as possible. Characters are described not with stats that you need a calculator for, but with evocative descriptors like "Sneaky" or "Strong as an Ox on Steroids". The core die resolution mechanic is a masterpiece of minimalism: you ask a yes-or-no question, roll some dice, and get an answer that's more nuanced than a politician's promise. The answers range from a simple "Yes" or "No" to the more intriguing "Yes, but..." or "No, and...". This mechanic ensures that every roll moves the story forward in some way, adding complications or bonuses that keep things interesting. It's like the game is constantly nudging you saying, "Sure, you can try that, but have you considered this?". For those who thrive on uncertainty and the thrill of the narrative unknown, FU RPG is your huckleberry. But don't just take my word for it; dive into the deep end of the FU pool at **Peril Planet** or **DriveThruRPG**, where you can snag the game for the unbeatable price of free. Yes, in a world where you can barely get air without a surcharge, FU RPG asks for nothing but your time and creativity. ## References - [Freeform Universal - Peril Planet | www.perilplanet.com](https://www.perilplanet.com/freeform-universal/) - [FU: The Freeform Universal RPG (Classic rules) - DriveThruRPG.com | www.drivethrurpg.com](https://www.drivethrurpg.com/product/89534/FU-The-Freeform-Universal-RPG) > [!quote] Neurothrope-00 ![[Neurothrope Avatar.png|100]] > [!note] Editor's Note > > That's pretty much it on the nose, though I think it's worth adding that FU RPG (fun for the name alone) is just next door to being able to be played solo or co-op. Since only players roll dice and incur consequence, including harm, throw in an Oracle from almost anywhere, in almost any genre, and you're off to the races. > > In many ways, FU RPG is a progenitor of the line which runs through **[[Blades in the Dark]]** with simultaneous inspiration by **[[Powered by the Apocalypse|Apocalypse World]]**.