# Terry Pratchett's Discworld: Adventures in Ankh-Morpork

Modiphius brings Terry Pratchett’s Discworld to life in 2025 with Adventures in Ankh-Morpork. This RPG captures the series’ satire, focusing on wit and social antics over combat. Crowdfunded in 2024, it’s a humorous, narrative-driven romp through a beloved fantasy world for fans and newcomers.

## At a Glance

Comedy • Needs GM • 4/5 complexity • Medium prep

## Why It Fits

A strong fit for groups that want tone, absurdity, and momentum rather than solemn genre play, with character Customization helping define the experience.

## Fit Facts

- Players: 2-5 players + GM
- Session length: 120-240 minutes
- Prep: Medium

## Facets

- Genres: Comedy, Fantasy
- Mechanics: Character Customization, Narrative-Driven, Sandbox
- Themes: Social Intrigue

## Scores

- Complexity: 4/5
- New GM Fit: 1/5
- Roleplay Focus: 5/5
- Combat Focus: 3/5
- Tactical Depth: 3/5
- Campaign Depth: 4/5

## Best For

- Groups that want tone, absurdity, and momentum rather than solemn genre play
- Tables that enjoy tuning characters and expressing concepts mechanically
- Long-form campaigns with room for the table to build momentum

## Avoid If

- You want a very light rules load
- You mainly want short standalone sessions with minimal carryover
- You want the system to stay almost invisible at the table

## Directory Notes

Terry Pratchett's Discworld: Adventures in Ankh-Morpork, a tabletop roleplaying game by Modiphius Entertainment, aims to capture the humor, satire, and darkly entertaining fantasy of the Discworld series. Set primarily in the city of Ankh-Morpork, the game focuses on narrative-driven gameplay with a unique system that emphasizes traits and consequences over traditional stats.

## Theme and Setting

The includes fans of the Discworld series and tabletop RPG enthusiasts looking for a less rules-heavy, more story-focused experience. Its success hinges on faithfully recreating the tone of the books and providing a system that encourages player creativity and 'shenanigans' while avoiding overly complex mechanics.

## How Play Feels

The game is steeped in the satirical fantasy world of Discworld, a flat planet balanced on the backs of four elephants standing on a giant turtle. Ankh-Morpork, a sprawling and corrupt city, serves as the primary location for adventures.

## What Makes It Distinct

The setting blends fantasy tropes with social commentary, humor, and absurdity, creating a unique atmosphere where anything can happen. The game aims to capture the spirit of the books, where humor and satire are integral parts of the world, and even serious events are often tinged with irony.

## Where It May Not Fit

You want a very light rules load You mainly want short standalone sessions with minimal carryover.

## Links

- Directory page: https://www.ttrpg-games.com/item/terrypratchettsdiscworldadventuresinankhmorpork
- Agent JSON: https://www.ttrpg-games.com/api/games/terrypratchettsdiscworldadventuresinankhmorpork.json
- Publisher or official site: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/modiphius/terry-pratchetts-discworld-rpg
- Reviews or retailer page: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/496512/discworld-quickstart-guide-pdf?affiliate_id=1659151
