Devour Divinity: Godflesh TTRPG Invites Playtesters to Ascend
You're invited to taste forbidden power in Godflesh: Cycle of Inheritance, a tabletop roleplaying game where your band will explore chaotic Wildlands to harvest the essence of fallen gods.
We at Zero Prep Games proudly announce the launch of our much-anticipated public playtest for Godflesh: Cycle of Inheritance, a tabletop roleplaying game where mortals can ascend to divinity by consuming the essence of fallen gods.
Starting today, the Chrysalis Quickstart packet invites players to explore a richly imagined realm where divine domains serve as bastions of order amid the chaos of untamed Wildlands. This mythic adventure combines evocative storytelling with innovative gameplay mechanics built upon the Powered by the Apocalypse framework.
We've created a world where divinity is both attainable and dangerous. Players face transformative choices while exploring a setting that responds meaningfully to their actions. Every decision carries weight, creating truly consequential adventures.
Our public playtest begins immediately, with the Chrysalis Quickstart available on a pay-what-you-want basis through our Ko-Fi page. You can also support us directly by tipping or becoming a member.
We encourage players to join our Discord community to provide feedback, ask questions, and connect with our development team and fellow playtesters. For regular updates on development progress, follow us on Bluesky.
In the playtesting materials, you will find everything your group needs to begin their journey immediately:
- Complete core rules and character creation systems
- Diverse character playbooks with unique abilities
- Essential gameplay moves for exploration, combat, and faction politics
- Setting information to ground your adventures
- A starter scenario to launch your first expedition
This comprehensive playtest represents a crucial development phase for Godflesh. We've built what we believe is a compelling game system, but we need players to experience it firsthand. Their feedback will directly shape the final product, ensuring the game realizes its full potential.
Here is what we believe distinguishes Godflesh: Cycle of Inheritance, making it worthy to hit your table next:
The Cycle of Inheritance - Divine power passes from fallen gods to mortal inheritors. Players face the temptation of consuming godflesh to gain extraordinary abilities while risking their humanity with each taste.
Dynamic Faction Relationships - The game's political landscape evolves in response to player actions, creating an ever-changing world that shapes available adventures and opportunities.
Resource-Driven Crafting - Players harvest materials from fallen enemies and Wildland exploration to craft powerful treasures that enhance their capabilities.
Transformative Character Advancement - Characters grow not only through gaining experience but through dramatic transformations that reflect their journey toward potential divinity.
We welcome content creators to produce videos, streams, and actual plays showcasing their Godflesh experiences. We ask only that creators clearly indicate they are playing the playtest version.
The full version of Godflesh: Cycle of Inheritance, which we plan to release following the playtest period, will include expanded character options, a comprehensive bestiary of divine creatures, detailed regional guides, and complete rules for character transformation and divine ascension.
About Zero Prep Games
Zero Presp Games is a worker-owned cooperative dedicated to creating narrative-driven experiences that bring people together. Our studio is built on collaboration, shared ownership, and a commitment to constant learning and iteration.
Led by Jono Barel (Digital Lead) and Aviv M./Icel (Creative Producer), our team combines deep game design expertise with community-building experience. Before forming Zero Prep Games, we created the well-received tabletop RPGs Vanor: Roleplay Adventures and Wonders: Heroes of Tomorrow.
Godflesh: Cycle of Inheritance represents our commitment to pushing the boundaries of tabletop roleplaying while maintaining accessible and engaging gameplay that transcends backgrounds and skill levels.
