After decades as a beloved online game, Neopets is taking a bold step into the realm of tabletop gaming. We’re excited to announce the official Neopets Tabletop Roleplaying Game (TTRPG), designed to bring the whimsical world of Neopia to life in a brand-new format. This immersive experience is perfect for fans old and new, offering a chance to explore Neopia like never before—right at your tabletop.
What Is the Neopets TTRPG?
The Neopets TTRPG is a storytelling adventure game that invites you to gather friends, family, or fellow adventurers to delve into the rich world of Neopia. Whether you’re a long-time Neopets player or new to the franchise, this game offers an exciting way to experience Neopia’s vast lore, engaging characters, and endless possibilities for adventure.
A Dice-Driven, Classless Experience
At the heart of the Neopets TTRPG is a dice-driven system that emphasizes skill-based character progression. Unlike many traditional RPGs, the Neopets TTRPG features a classless system, giving you the freedom to build your character exactly how you want. Choose from a wide array of Neopet species, customize your stats and traits, and embark on adventures with a gaming party of your choosing. The game’s mechanics are designed to be intuitive, making it accessible for both newcomers and veteran players.
Explore the World of Neopia
Neopia is a world brimming with diverse regions, fascinating lore, and countless opportunities for adventure. In the Neopets TTRPG, you’ll have the chance to explore well-known areas like Neopia Central, Krawk Island, Altador, and many more. Each region is rich with its own history, NPCs, and unique challenges, offering endless possibilities for storytelling.
Iconic Locations Await
From the mystical lands of Faerieland to the eerie Haunted Woods, the Neopets TTRPG allows you to visit and interact with iconic locations from the online game. Whether you’re exploring the underwater city of Maraqua or braving the frigid peaks of Terror Mountain, every corner of Neopia is filled with stories to discover and mysteries to unravel.
Familiar Faces and New Adventures
In this tabletop adaptation, you’ll encounter familiar characters from the Neopets universe, as well as new faces crafted specifically for your adventures. The game is run by a Game Master (GM), who guides the story and helps bring the world of Neopia to life. Whether you’re battling in the Battledome, solving puzzles in ancient temples, or trading items in bustling marketplaces, the Neopets TTRPG offers a rich and varied experience for all players.
The Fall of Faerieland Campaign
One of the most anticipated features of the Neopets TTRPG is the “Fall of Faerieland” campaign module. Based on a popular plot from the Neopets website, this campaign challenges players to save Faerieland from a mysterious curse that has turned all Faeries to stone. As Faerieland begins to fall from the sky, it’s up to your party to uncover the nature of the curse and save Neopia from impending doom.
Create and Customize Your Neopet
The Neopets TTRPG offers an extensive character creation system, allowing you to select from 55 different Neopet species. Whether you want to play as a mischievous Poogle, a mighty Grarrl, or a magical Shoyru, there’s a species for every player. Each species has unique traits and abilities, and some even come in regional varieties, adding further depth to character customization.
Personalize Your Play Style
In addition to choosing your species, you can fully customize your Neopet’s appearance, accessories, and skill sets. Want to be a battle-hardened warrior with a knack for diplomacy? Or perhaps a stealthy trader with a love for magic? The Neopets TTRPG’s flexible system allows you to develop your character’s abilities as you see fit, ensuring that every playthrough is unique.
Gameplay Mechanics: Easy to Learn, Fun to Master
The Neopets TTRPG is designed with both beginners and experienced players in mind. The core rules provide a solid foundation for gameplay, while the flexible mechanics allow you to expand and customize your experience as you become more familiar with the game. Dice rolls determine the outcome of your actions, but your character’s skills and stats can influence these results, giving you a variety of ways to approach challenges.
Combat and Non-Combat Options
Whether you prefer to fight your way through challenges or seek more peaceful resolutions, the Neopets TTRPG offers a wide range of options. The game’s combat system is robust, allowing for strategic battles using spells, abilities, and physical attacks. For those who prefer a non-violent approach, the game also offers numerous opportunities for diplomacy, puzzle-solving, and other peaceful interactions.
Immerse Yourself in Neopia’s Economy and Factions
Neopia is not just a world of adventure; it’s also a place where commerce and factions play a significant role. In the Neopets TTRPG, you can engage in the bustling economy by trading items, opening shops, and participating in various mini-games. You can also join factions like The Awakened, The Seekers, or The Thieves Guild, each offering unique quests and opportunities for advancement.
Crafting, Trading, and Exploration
Crafting plays a significant role in the Neopets TTRPG. Collect materials, follow recipes, and create powerful items to aid you in your adventures. The game’s crafting system is flexible, allowing you to experiment with different combinations of materials to discover new items and abilities. Additionally, the trading system lets you buy, sell, and trade items with other players, adding another layer of strategy to the game.
Stretch Goals and Add-Ons: Enhancing Your Gaming Experience
The Neopets TTRPG Kickstarter campaign offers a wealth of stretch goals and add-ons designed to enhance your gaming experience. From digital PDFs to exclusive character sheets, premium book covers, and even mini-games, there are plenty of ways to expand and customize your Neopets TTRPG collection.
Unlockable Content and Rewards
As the Kickstarter campaign progresses, additional content and rewards will be unlocked. These include new adventure modules, map packs, event card decks, and more. Backers will also receive special rare-item codes for the Neopets website, allowing them to enjoy exclusive in-game content as a thank-you for their support.
Join the Neopets TTRPG Community
The Neopets TTRPG is more than just a game—it’s a community. We’re committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive space for all players. Whether you’re a seasoned tabletop gamer or new to the hobby, we invite you to join us on this epic journey. The Neopets TTRPG is a project by fans, for fans, and we value the input of our community as we continue to develop and expand this exciting new chapter in Neopets history.
Familiar Yet Fresh: The d20 System
The game is based on a modified d20 system, much like Dungeons & Dragons. However, you can expect significant changes that capture the unique spirit of Neopia, making this a truly Neopian experience.
Kickstarter Success: Funded in Record Time
The Kickstarter for the Neopets Tabletop RPG launched last month and was fully funded within six hours! Although the campaign has reached its initial funding goal, you can still back the project. Various stretch goals have been planned for milestones beyond the initial goal, offering backers additional content and rewards.
Stretch Goals and Exclusive Content
As of this writing, the following stretch goals have already been unlocked:
- Versatile PDF versions of the game materials
- Themed character sheets
- Faux leather gilded hardback covers
- Art print postcards
- An extra module for the Roo Island world guide
Post-Kickstarter Availability
If you miss the Kickstarter deadline, don’t worry—all items will be available for purchase on the Geekify website once they are completed. After the Kickstarter closes, the team will use the funding to finalize production, including editing and playtesting. The game is scheduled to begin shipping in June 2025.
Exclusive Avatar for Backers
In an exciting update, Geekify announced that everyone who pledges at least $1 on Kickstarter will receive a Rare Item Code for an exclusive avatar on Neopets.com. To get this avatar, make sure to select the “Pledge $1” option under “Available Rewards”. Although it’s been mentioned that those who choose the “Pledge Without Reward” option will still receive the avatar, it’s better to play it safe!
Clarification from Geekify on Rare Item Codes:
For those interested in the Rare Item Codes:
- The $1 tier grants access to a special Kickstarter Avatar (with an option to upgrade your pledge tier later).
- The physical reward tiers of the books include unique in-game items, while individual add-ons will offer a random item from a prize pool.
- Avatar codes will be delivered at a later date. TNT still needs to create the avatar and generate the Rare Item Codes, which will then be distributed by Geekify to all eligible pledges.
Neopets TTRPG Avatar
Geekify provided another update regarding the exclusive avatar. It appears the avatar will be granted by interacting with a special in-game item that you’ll receive from the Rare Item Code:
“This will be an in-game item that grants you the Avatar when you interact with it. This is subject to possible change, but this is the information we’re working with and what seems likely.”
Final Thoughts
The Neopets TTRPG is set to bring the magical world of Neopia to life in an entirely new way. With its rich lore, customizable gameplay, and endless opportunities for adventure, this tabletop adaptation promises to be a hit with fans of all ages. Whether you’re battling in the Battledome, crafting powerful items, or exploring the far reaches of Neopia, the Neopets TTRPG offers a unique and engaging experience that’s sure to capture your imagination.
Stay tuned for more updates on the Neopets TTRPG Kickstarter campaign, and get ready to embark on the adventure of a lifetime!
