A hidden gem of a game, Paleomythic is bound to provide you with quality entertainment; the rules are concise and simple, matching the overall Stone Age tone that is the game's real advantage: its original setting, which is allowed to shine, freed from unnecessary heaps of rules-mongering. With the current rise of survival games, it's great to see a system that allows the GM to take it with equal ease in a multitude of directions: from pure, no-magic exploration and day-to-day survival to a high-magic, supernatural-riddled campaign. Don't expect fancy artwork or perfect proofreading: the rulebook sets the game's tone from page 1 and does it in a spartan, yet extremely fulfilling way. Supplemented by the excellent (and highly unexploited) pool that is its setting, I believe that all Hyperborea and prehistory fans will find their heart's desire in this game and much more.
Vividly recommended and real value for money: at 1 USD, it's a steal and going back to the very roots of Humanity never felt so good.
Rating: [5 of 5 Stars!] |