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New Games Coming from Surprise Threat!

  • Oct 8, 2023
  • 1 min read

Updated: Aug 2, 2025

Over the last year, Surprise Threat! has been developing two new rules-light games.


The first is a fantasy dungeon crawler called Darksome Delve.

  • Simple, flexible dice pool core mechanic.

  • Build unique heroes - no classes or levels.

  • Advance by spending hard-won treasure.

  • Seamless flow between combat, exploration, and roleplay.


Edit: This core game is in a second round of playtest. If you would like to participate in it, contact me!





The second is a sci-fi alien invasion survival game called Survival Horizon RPG.

  • Cinematic narrative rules focused on immersive storytelling.

  • Tense resource management creates a desperate survival experience.

  • Three unique alien invader factions to endure.

  • Customizable setting from your hometown to worldwide.



Edit: This core game is in a second round of playtest. If you would like to participate in it, contact me!



Watch this space for more information or become a Patreon Patron.

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