Step into a world of ancient warriors and 90s nostalgia with Visigoths vs. Mall Goths, an award-nominated tabletop roleplaying game and dating sim. Set in a suburban Los Angeles shopping mall in 1996, this game explores the conflicts and romances between Visigoths and Mall Goths. Easy-to-learn rules, a detailed mall setting, and a strange sense of humor are all you need to dive into this unique RPG experience.
Imagine a surreal blend of The Craft, Empire Records, Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure, and Clueless, where your characters can embark on quests, discover retro marvels, or simply try to kiss all the kissable clerks. Visigoths vs. Mall Goths is designed for both one-shot and campaign play, making it perfect for any gaming group.
Features:
• Easy-to-Learn Rules: Jump right into the game with straightforward mechanics.
• Detailed Mall Setting: Includes 2 maps, 17 stores, and 24 NPC clerks.
• For 4-6 Players and 1 Facilitator: Gather your friends for an epic adventure.
• Simple Online Play: Easily play via video chat.
• Rated PG-13: Suitable for a wide range of players.
• Quirky Humor Required: Embrace the strange and surreal.
• 4-hour Spotify Playlist: Enhance your gameplay with a curated soundtrack: bit.ly/goths_vs_goths
The game is a perfect blend of comedy, nostalgia, and teenage drama, set in an open-world RPG structure that encourages exploration and replayability. Whether you’re a veteran roleplayer or a casual gamer, Visigoths vs. Mall Goths promises a fun and engaging experience.
Bonus:
Use the setting and NPCs in other roleplaying games to expand your universe with goths!
Testimonials:
• “It is the 21st century and I can finally get my Bisexual take on That Bit In The Mall In Bill’n’Ted and the world is better for it.” - Kieron Gillen, creator of The Wicked + The Divine and DIE
• “A fun romp of a game that’s compelling for veteran roleplayers and casual gamers alike, employing comedy, nostalgia, and teenage drama.” - Sharang Biswas, Indiecade and IGDN winning designer of Feast and Verdure
• “I love this project for its inherent comedic genius, ‘90s nostalgia, and because of how queer it is.” - Trin Garritano, Games Digital Outreach Lead at Kickstarter
• “VG vs MG combines everything I love: occult time travel, the ‘90s, and queer culture, with things I never knew I needed: an emo grudge tracker and a turf war that shouldn’t really make sense but totally does.” - Hannah Shaffer, designer of Damn the Man, Save the Music!
