# Tunnel Goons

Tunnel Goons is a rules-lite dungeon-delving game using 2d6 contests against a target number. Classless and ultra-low-prep, it emphasizes rulings-over-rules, risky exploration, and quick combats. Ideal for one-shots, convention tables, and pick-up campaigns with new or casual players.

## At a Glance

Fantasy • Needs GM • 3/5 complexity • One-shot friendly • Low prep

## Why It Fits

A strong fit for groups that want fantasy adventure with a clear play identity, with rules Lite helping define the experience.

## Fit Facts

- Players: 3-5 players + GM
- Session length: 60-180 minutes
- Prep: Low

## Facets

- Genres: Fantasy
- Systems: Old-School Renaissance (OSR)
- Mechanics: Rules Lite
- Decision tags: Low Prep

## Scores

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

## Best For

- Groups that want fantasy adventure with a clear play identity
- Tables that want quick onboarding and low mechanical drag
- Players who enjoy danger, discovery, and player-driven problem-solving

## Avoid If

- You want the system to stay almost invisible at the table
- You want a much breezier tone than this game is built to support
- You want the rules to solve every table decision for you

## Directory Notes

Tunnel Goons is system-first and setting-agnostic. It shines for classic dungeon crawls, weird wilderness hexcrawls, and quick urban capers.

## Theme and Setting

Tone leans scrappy and lethal at low levels, rewarding creative problem-solving over build math. Characters have three broad stats (Brute, Skulk, Wits).

## How Play Feels

When you attempt something risky, roll 2d6, add the highest applicable stat, and compare to a target number set by the GM and situation. Gear and advantage can add small bumps; harm and hindrance push the TN up.

## What Makes It Distinct

Combat uses the same contest - no separate initiative mini-game - so scenes resolve quickly. Advancement is intentionally light: groups often tack on milestone perks, item unlocks, or scars to taste.

## Where It May Not Fit

You want the system to stay almost invisible at the table You want a much breezier tone than this game is built to support.

## Links

- Directory page: https://www.ttrpg-games.com/item/tunnel-goons
- Agent JSON: https://www.ttrpg-games.com/api/games/tunnel-goons.json
- Publisher or official site: https://natetreme.itch.io/tunnelgoons?ac=YUqaLN4pVvG
- Reviews or retailer page: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/285056/tunnel-goons?affiliate_id=1659151