The summer blockbuster season is set to kick off with the release of The Fall Guy, a high-octane action film starring Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt. Directed by David Leitch, known for his work on John Wick and Deadpool 2, the film follows a stuntman who becomes embroiled in a dangerous mystery. With plenty of adrenaline-pumping action and heart-pounding stunts, this movie promises to be a thrilling ride for audiences.
For Dungeons & Dragons players looking to bring the excitement of big-budget action films to their tabletop gaming sessions, Two Little Mice has delivered Outgunned, a cinematic action game set in a world of fast chases and hard-hitting action. The game’s core books provide players and Game Masters with everything they need to create their own blockbuster experiences at the gaming table. With rules that focus on building pools of dice and unique character abilities, Outgunned offers a new and exciting way to experience the thrill of action-packed storytelling.
In Outgunned, characters are built from Roles and Tropes, each providing unique skills and abilities that contribute to the overall narrative. Players can create characters like The Brain, The Agent, or The Nobody, each with their own backstory and special abilities fueled by adrenaline. Additionally, the game offers Spotlight scenes where players can take control of cinematic moments and create memorable action sequences worthy of a big screen blockbuster.
The game’s first campaign setting, A World of Killers, offers players a world filled with lethal assassins inspired by popular games and films like Hitman and John Wick. Players can take on the role of The Assassin and navigate a world of murder and intrigue as criminal families compete for power. With rules for killer contracts, hunting prey, and navigating the dangerous world of assassins, A World of Killers provides players with a thrilling and action-packed gameplay experience.
Action Flicks, another expansion for Outgunned, offers players the opportunity to explore action in different settings, from sci-fi to classic kung-fu films. With rules for emulating iconic action movies like Aliens and Star Wars, as well as guidelines for creating multiverse-spanning adventures, players can dive into a world of adrenaline-fueled storytelling. The book also includes rules for hot dog fingers, adding a touch of humor to the action-packed gameplay experience.
The upcoming release of Outgunned Adventure promises to bring artifacts and ancient temples to the game, offering players exciting new adventures to embark on. With a BackerKit set to go live soon, fans of the game can look forward to exploring new genres and storylines in this expanded setting. Whether players are looking to channel their inner action hero or delve into the world of archaeology, Outgunned Adventure is sure to provide a thrilling and immersive gaming experience for all.
