Two years ago I was exploring the subtleties of 24XX, a set of rules that is much deeper and more intricate than people think, but above all very difficult to hack despite the copious amount of games available for this framework. Or at least difficult for a non-native speaker like me, who is not used to reasoning with the stringency of English.

24XX is an extremely concise set of rules and template…

Let’s keep it short: those who follow me know that Sol Beyond Earth is based on 24XX and is the latest incarnation of 2084 Lunaerg, an aborted little project to convert GURPS Terradyne to Jason Tocci’s rules.

Its “twin” was always there to be completed, but I could never get the inspiration to finish it.

I am a huge fan of the Metal Gear Solid video game saga, on the first title I boast over 30 runs. I always wanted to write a “little game” that captured the spirit of it. And while surely FIST now covers this niche nicely, I couldn’t stand to see those files languishing on my hard drive.

So, without further ado, I present to you 202X Special Ops – Tactical Stealth Action RPG!