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SOCIO-

Stories of Us

About Socio- : Stories of Us

A Social TTRPG

What is Socio- About?

Socio-: Stories of Us is a tabletop roleplaying game about how people navigate conflict, cooperation, and identity through dialogue, community, and choice.

Less battles, more intrigue.

What's a TTRPG?

A tabletop roleplaying game is a collaborative storytelling game where players take on the roles of characters, make decisions through dialogue and dice rolls, and shape the outcome of a shared narrative guided by a facilitator.

Why Play This Game

Play this game if you want a roleplaying game that puts people, not power, at the center of every story.

Why Pay

This game is free online.
Buy the book to support the creators, get exclusive content and art, and help ensure that people-centered games like Socio- continue to thrive.

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Free Rules, Yours to Expand, Community Built

“Open Source Collaborative TTRPG” means the game’s core rules are free to use, remix, and expand—inviting players and creators to build together without paywalls or permission.
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Collaborate
Social Stances
Helping Mechanics
Inspire your Creativity
Social Strategy
Open-Source
Collaborate
Social Stances
Helping Mechanics
Inspire your Creativity
Social Strategy
Open-Source

FAQ

Socio- : Stories of Us is free to download, play, and share. But if you’ve got questions about how it works, why it’s free, or how to support the people behind it, you’re in the right place. Below are quick answers to help you get started, stay connected, and decide if the book is worth owning (spoiler: it is).
Is Socio- really free?

Yes. The full rules are available online, free of charge, with no DRM, paywall, or signup required.

We believe games about people should be accessible to people. You’re welcome to read, print, remix, or run the system without asking permission. Even commercially.

Why should I buy the book if the game is free?

Buying the book supports the creators, funds future content, and helps show there's demand for people-centered design. You also get exclusive content, full-page art, and a beautiful printed version to bring to your table or share with friends.

If you want to keep open-source TTRPGs alive and thriving, this is the best way to do it. Plus, it's a good book.

How do I start playing?

Download the free PDF or visit the online rules to start reading. You don’t need a GM, a big group, or a deep lore dive—just some dice, character sheets, and a little curiosity.

We also recommend joining the mailing list for updates, free modules, and early access to new tools. It’s a great way to ease in or stay connected.

What makes Socio- different from other TTRPGs?

Socio- focuses on how people interact, not just how they fight. It includes full systems for conversation, cooperation, and shared decision-making—alongside magic, conflict, and real stakes.

The core rules are open source and community-built, so players can adapt or expand them freely. It's not just a game—it’s a shared foundation.

How can I stay involved or contribute?

Sign up for the mailing list to get dev updates, early release content, and opportunities to help shape the system. You’ll also get access to our Discord server and playtest calls.

Whether you're a writer, artist, player or narrator, or just a fan, you’re invited to help build what's next. Socio- is a living project—and you're part of it.