Tales from the Loop RPG Book by Free League Publishing

Tales from the Loop is a roleplaying game book that transports players into the evocative world created by acclaimed sci-fi artist Simon Stålenhag. Set in an alternate 1980s Sweden, the game is built around the mysterious 'Loop', a vast underground research facility whose experiments have begun to warp reality. Players take on the roles of teenagers living in the shadow of this facility, investigating the strange occurrences and fantastic machines that begin to appear in their otherwise ordinary suburban lives. The core premise involves solving mysteries connected to the Loop's reality-bending technology, creating stories that blend everyday adolescent concerns with extraordinary sci-fi events. The game uses a rules system adapted from Mutant: Year Zero, streamlined to focus on narrative and problem-solving rather than complex combat. The book itself is a complete core rulebook, containing everything needed to play: character creation rules for crafting unique teens, a detailed setting guide to the Mälaren Islands where the Loop is located, a catalogue of strange phenomena and machines, and guidance for the Game Master on creating and running mysteries. The production is heavily influenced by Stålenhag's distinctive paintings, which visually define the setting's unique atmosphere of nostalgic suburbia punctuated by colossal, abandoned machinery. This RPG is ideally suited for groups who enjoy narrative-driven games with a strong, immersive atmosphere. It appeals particularly to fans of 1980s pop culture, coming-of-age stories, and speculative fiction like 'Stranger Things' or 'E.T.'. The themes of exploration, friendship, and confronting the unknown make it accessible for both new and experienced roleplayers. The Game Master's tools are designed to help craft episodic mysteries, making it perfect for shorter campaign arcs or one-shot adventures centred on uncovering the secrets of the Loop.