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⭐ Voted one of EN World's Top 10 Most Anticipated Games of 2026

A gritty fantasy roleplaying game of dangerous journeys, brutal combat, and consequential choices.

The Broken Empires RPG® is a Sim-Lite fantasy roleplaying game of dangerous journeys, hard choices, and consequences that matter. Explore a vast world of crumbling kingdoms, ancient rivalries, and forgotten places, where the road can be as perilous as the destination and even a seemingly simple task can become an adventure. Combat is fast, tactical, and deadly; magic is powerful but unpredictable; and survival often depends as much on preparation and good judgement as strength of arms. Whether navigating the intrigues of a noble court, delving into a long-abandoned ruin, or simply trying to reach the next town alive, your choices shape not only your character’s story, but the world around them.

What Kind of Game Experience does The Broken Empires RPG® provide?

DANGEROUS COMBAT — Violence is fast, tactical, and consequential. Every fight is a decision.

PERILOUS JOURNEYS — The road between adventures is part of the adventure. Distance, terrain, and fatigue all matter.

A LIVING WORLD — Social mechanics reflecting factions, relationships, and loyalties create consequences beyond the battlefield.

MAGIC WITH CONSEQUENCES — Magic is powerful, flexible, and never entirely safe.

What is Sim-Lite?

Detailed outcomes at narrative speed.

Every game exists on a spectrum between speed of play (rules-light) and detail of outcome (simulation). Sim-Lite lives in the middle, respecting both resolution and pace, to better immerse players in a grounded fantasy world.

Pure Simulation
Intricate detail, but at the cost of pace.
Sim-Lite
Realistic consequences and detailed outcomes without sacrificing speed.
Narrative-Lite
Fast pace, but puts the burden of descriptive detail solely on the GM’s shoulders.

A Kickstarter with 4,346 Backers and $525k Raised

In October 2024, The Broken Empires Dramatic Fantasy Sim-Lite Roleplaying Game funded on Kickstarter in 2 minutes, and just kept going. 4,346 backers pledged over half a million dollars at an average pledge of $120. Books are currently in production, with fulfillment expected in Q1 2027.