Exploring the Worlds Within Worlds: The Genres of TTRPGs
Written by Lore Obscure
Our catalogue has been inspired by countless sessions of running and playing iconic TTRPG adventures across genres. From the chilling corridors of horror modules to the sweeping quests of high fantasy, every story we’ve experienced has helped shape the adventures we bring to you.
Whether you’re a seasoned game master or a newcomer ready to roll your first set of dice, exploring these genres can inspire your next unforgettable campaign.
“Every campaign is a story waiting to be told,
the genre just sets the stage.”
Fantasy: Epic Quests and Heroic Sagas
Fantasy is the cornerstone of tabletop roleplaying, where adventure and imagination know no bounds. Classic modules like Curse of Strahd and Storm King’s Thunder capture everything that makes the genre timeless: exploration, mystery, and the courage to stand against impossible odds.
From dragon-filled caverns to kingdoms on the brink of ruin, these tales immerse players in worlds where every decision shapes destiny. Gameplay highlights include strategic combat, roleplay challenges, and creative problem-solving.
Perfect for players who love grand storytelling, moral choices, and the feeling of becoming a legend.
Explore our fantasy-inspired adventures at Lore Obscure and bring your own epic saga to life.
Horror: Dark Tales and Creeping Terror
For those drawn to the shadows, horror TTRPGs deliver dread in its purest form. Modules like Masks of Nyarlathotep or Call of Cthulhu are masterpieces of unease; stories where survival depends on courage, wit, and the thin thread of sanity.
These adventures thrive on suspense and psychological tension, pulling players into mysteries that twist reality and test resolve. Gameplay often emphasises investigation, survival, and desperate decision-making.
Ideal for groups who love atmosphere, suspense, and that shared chill when the lights dim and the dice come to a stop.
If bone-deep storytelling is what you crave, our horror campaigns will keep your table on edge, and your imagination alive long after the session ends.
Science Fiction: Futuristic Frontiers
Sci-fi adventures push imagination beyond the stars, exploring the limits of technology, morality, and discovery. Iconic stories like Deadlands: Lost Colony and Stars Without Number launch players into galaxies teeming with mystery, political conflict, and existential wonder.
Expect spacefaring journeys, high-stakes diplomacy, and tactical combat where logic meets chaos. Each encounter pushes both character and player to think beyond human boundaries.
Perfect for storytellers who dream of distant worlds, cosmic puzzles, and the triumph of innovation over extinction.
Explore our collection of sci-fi adventures at Lore Obscure to embark on futuristic campaigns that challenge and inspire.
Bonus: Love everything space-related? Check out our friends at Starot RPG, a D20 and Tarot-based sci-fi game featuring physics-driven space combat, designed right here in Singapore.
Not all stories unfold among the stars; some of the most gripping conflicts happen right here, in the hearts and minds of kings, spies, and schemers.
Political Intrigue: Schemes, Secrets, and Strategy
Some of the most captivating TTRPGs don’t rely on monsters or magic, but on ambition, deception, and power. Adventures like The Kingmaker Saga or homebrew campaigns centred on courtly intrigue turn the table into a chessboard of alliances, betrayals, and moral dilemmas.
Gameplay focuses on negotiation, decision-making, and the art of reading others, where every secret shared and every alliance made can change the fate of nations.
Perfect for players who love depth, dialogue, and the thrill of outsmarting both friends and foes alike.
Dive into our intrigue-driven adventures to experience stories where strategy matters, loyalties shift, and every choice carries weight.
Timeless Adventure for Every Player
Across all genres, TTRPGs offer more than just dice rolls; they offer the chance to explore new identities, forge friendships, and tell stories that linger long after the table is cleared. Each module, campaign, and session is a doorway into another world, one where imagination reigns.
At Lore Obscure, our catalogue is lovingly curated to bring you the most inspiring experiences, whether you’re seeking epic battles, chilling horror, starborne odysseys, or the thrill of political intrigue. We have Flash Games (one-shots), Voyages (4-6 sessions) and Sagas (long-term campaigns) to suit your availability as well.
Ready to Start Your Adventure?
Browse our full TTRPG catalogue today and discover adventures inspired by the legends of the genre. Whether you’re craving the heroism of Storm King’s Thunder, the terror of Nyarlathotep, or the strategy of Kingmaker, we’ll help you bring these kinds of worlds to your table.
Start your next unforgettable campaign and explore worlds within worlds with Lore Obscure.
