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VintageCollection.pngPrecis Intermedia brings back this classic science fiction roleplaying game where anything is possible (originally published by Other World Games). 

The future is now. Probe the complexities of interstellar politics, alien interaction, corporate intrigue, and space exploration. Only the smart, the brave, and the lucky dare to live out their dreams. Take the challenge... 

Character generation is flexible and comprehensive, with players portraying any of four diverse species and eight different occupations. The fast-paced combat system provides for realistic, exciting, and potentially deadly encounters. Journey to the Sleeper Worlds, Earth's first colonies and sometimes enemies. Walk on the home world of the Swarr and witness clan rituals thousands of years old. Venture into the Rift, where the Dolf sell anything from technology to slaves. Follow the Sher'tazi as they make their pilgrimages through life, never knowing where it will lead or end. 

Risk everything and confront your destiny in Worlds Beyond

This scanned reprint of the classic 1989 softcover requires two 10-sided dice (D%), and typically one 4-sided, 6-sided, and 8-sided die.

This roleplaying game contains everything you need to get started quickly, including easy to run combat mechanics; star, world, and civiliation generation; starship construction and combat; information on robots and androids; catalog of worlds in known space; and an introductory adventure.

And as Marc C. puts it, "if you like space RPGs, and also appreciate retro-classic RPGs, this is a no-brainer." Thanks, Marc!

BRETT'S EDITORIAL
I don't remember seeing this title back in the day, but upon finding a copy years later, I fell in love with the alien species and concept. The old school, percentage-based rules make gameplay pretty easy. The world, civilization, and starship creation rules are not overly complicated, yet technical enough to add a little flavor. The adventure in the back is perfect for getting a group together and keeping them together at the end for future stories. To me, it's just the right amount of detail to remember important info. I would call it the midway point between HardNova 2 and Shatterzone.

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One of the original RPG e-publishers, award-winning Precis Intermedia is known for its diverse catalog of clear and concise games, as well as classic reprints and new editions of vintage titles.

Shatterzone | Bloodshadows | Supergame | Two-Fisted Tales | Worlds Beyond | Lair of Sword & Sorcery | Exiled in Eris | Man, Myth & Magic | HardNova 2 | Coyote Trail | Earth AD.2 | Mean Streets | Ghostories | MasterBook | Warcosm | Wee Warriors | More...
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Richard Thomas H July 19, 2023 2:38 pm UTC
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If ever you write a companion to WB, please consider my money already pledged.
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Brett B July 20, 2023 7:57 pm UTC
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Thanks!
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James D January 07, 2022 5:25 pm UTC
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I think this is the only sci-fi rpg I ever had.

Unfortunately I no longer have it and the other books from back to the late 70's (along with the 1000's of written/drawn docs I generated from campaigns & ideas) after suffering the loss of entire household storage unit a few years back.

Always interesting to see a work from the dim recesses of memory return to wider availability.
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Brett B January 07, 2022 6:47 pm UTC
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Wow. That sucks, losing all that.
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Peter E August 25, 2021 11:28 pm UTC
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I played a lot of this in the early 90's and am very glad to see it available again. Especially since my copy from 30 years ago is in tatters.
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Brett B August 26, 2021 1:06 am UTC
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I actually never saw this back in the day. It was only within the last 10 years that I discovered it. I love the setting and other content, so I decided to pursue reviving it…. happily, I was successful in bringing it back :)
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Neil S May 05, 2021 4:25 am UTC
willthis be POD
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Brett B May 05, 2021 6:07 am UTC
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It will be available in softcover format via the Precis Intermedia web site, amazon, and various online retailers.
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Brett B June 13, 2021 2:10 pm UTC
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Available on amazon.com/ca/co.uk/de/it/es/jp/fr

https://www.amazon.com/dp/1938270347
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R A B May 04, 2021 6:34 am UTC
Does the whole system run on percentile dice? I was always impressed by this mechanic :- 72% proficiency = 72% chance of success. Simples.
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Brett B May 04, 2021 8:01 am UTC
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Hi. Yes, the system is primarily D%, although the other types are used for damage.
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Marc C May 02, 2021 12:06 am UTC
This is a really impressive Space RPG. It is much deeper and more comprehensive than I thought it would be. It also has a TOC which is appreciated for these reprints!

Speaking of which, a lot of work has been done to make this better-than-scanned quality. I really appreciate that.

The book includes neat chargen randomization (character age generation table, family history, friends and contacts generator, enemies generator), various species, a great robots & androids section, starship combat with damage tables, character hit location charts, weapon malfunctions, weapon classes, star & world generation with included mapping template, civilization generation, and overall it's plenty of fun & crunch for me.

There are good GM tips included in the book. Also there are tons of helpful examples throughout. Example:

"Damon is manuevering the Farside into docking position with a derelict spacecraft, when suddenly an explosion aboard the other ship causes...See more
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Brett B May 02, 2021 5:19 pm UTC
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Thanks.
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