Push SRD Rules Lite; Universal; Narrative-Driven; Classless; GM-less / Cooperative; Quick-Play
At‑a‑glance: Universal • 1d6 push‑your‑luck • 1–5 players • Near‑zero prep • Rules‑lite • 1–2h sessions
Theme and Setting
Push is genre‑agnostic. Instead of prescribing lore, it provides prompts that let a table quickly sketch a world in motion—from neon heists to cozy mysteries. The result is a focused quest framed by evocative cues, leaving tone and detail to the group’s taste.
Core Mechanics and Rules
Everything resolves with a single d6: take an action when it’s dramatically interesting and roll. Weak/Strong Hits move the fiction forward; you can “push” by adding another d6 to chase a Strong Hit—at the risk of tipping into a Miss. There are no stats or modifiers. Traits, agendas, and a 36‑prompt Matrix guide scenes while keeping bookkeeping near zero. GM duties are distributed: players take turns spotlighting, framing, asking questions, and consulting an oracle when uncertainty remains.
What Makes It Unique
Push distills resolution to blackjack‑like risk decisions that always change the situation. Its statless design centers conversation and creative description instead of bonuses. Because the SRD includes a two‑page template and guidance, designers can draft a complete game in an evening, and tables can pivot genres without retooling builds.
Target Audience and Player Experience
Best for groups that enjoy rulings‑over‑rules play, fast scenes, and collaborative authorship. Newcomers appreciate the low learning curve; facilitators like that prep is mostly curating prompts. If your table prefers crunchy advancement or tactical grids, Push is more a story engine than a minis game. For quick one‑shots, convention slots, or prototyping new ideas, it excels.
