Tabletop role-playing games, or TTRPGs, have been around for decades and have provided players with endless hours of entertainment. However, with the popularity of Dungeons and Dragons, it can be easy to overlook the many other TTRPGs that are available.

In this list, we will be highlighting 10 TTRPGs that are not Dungeons and Dragons. Each game offers a unique experience, from dark and gritty horror to epic science fiction adventures, there's something for everyone. These games offer a chance to explore new worlds, take on different roles, and experience the thrill of collaborative storytelling with friends. So, whether you're a seasoned TTRPG veteran or just getting started, these games are definitely worth checking out.

1. Vampire: The Masquerade - This TTRPG is set in a dark, gothic world where players take on the roles of vampires trying to survive in a society of secrecy and politics.

2. Shadowrun - This TTRPG combines fantasy and cyberpunk elements, with players taking on the roles of hackers, elves, and other races in a dystopian future.

3. Call of Cthulhu - This horror TTRPG is based on the works of H.P. Lovecraft and has players investigating mysterious and otherworldly occurrences.

4. Cyberpunk 2020 - This TTRPG is set in a dystopian future where players take on the roles of hackers, cyberpunks, and other tech-savvy characters fighting against corporate oppression.

5. Star Wars: Edge of the Empire - This TTRPG is set in the Star Wars universe and has players taking on the roles of smugglers, smugglers, and other characters in a galaxy far, far away.

6. Traveller - This TTRPG is set in a science fiction universe and has players taking on the roles of spaceship captains, traders, and other characters exploring the galaxy.

7. Paranoia - This TTRPG is set in a dystopian future where players take on the roles of members of a secretive government organization and must navigate through a society plagued by paranoia and mistrust.

8. The World of Darkness - This TTRPG is set in a dark and gritty world where players take on the roles of supernatural creatures such as vampires, werewolves, and mages.

9. GURPS - This TTRPG is a generic universal role-playing system and allows players to create characters and play in any setting or genre.

10. FATE - This TTRPG is a dynamic and narrative-focused system that emphasizes character development and player agency.

If you try (or have played) any of these 10 games, or if you have suggestions for other TTRPGs, let us know in the comments!

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