Tiny d10 | TTRPG Review
Are you looking for a free, tiny tabletop roleplaying game system? You are in luck! That is Tiny d10. A delightfully minimalist 10 sided die system that packs big adventure into tiny rules.
Seventy pages of easy to use rules that work for any game setting you can imagine. And the best part? Tiny d10 is completely free. You can click right here and head over to the official site to start reading and playing the core rules today or tonight.
On top of the core book, Aaron has also made some wonderful little add ons. There is The Little Book of Primal Magic zine and the Worldwide Adventure Generator (WAG). I have been using the WAG for my own solo hex crawl sessions in The Land of Time. All the PDFs are waiting for you on the downloads page.
I actually got my hands on a physical copy last year in December 2025. The rules are quick, compact, and incredibly easy to understand. They flow beautifully whether you are running a one shot, a full campaign, or a relaxed solo game. The system stays out of your way so the story and the fun can stay front and center.
Here is the unboxing video I posted back then (yes, I bought everything myself because I genuinely love supporting indie creators):
Pretty sure this is the Tiny d10 Fantasy Core book plus stickers and a zine! Thanks for shipping this to me! Just so everyone knows I buy all this stuff myself and unpacking it on video is just fun for me to share, maybe you'll want a copy too! pic.twitter.com/WaXG6RuSAR
— Nathan (@thehousegame) December 31, 2025
Wondering how I got a printed copy? I simply reached out to Aaron on X (he goes by @td10rpg) and asked. He was incredibly kind and only charged a tiny bit to cover shipping. Now you can also grab the beautiful paperback version on Lulu right here: Tiny d10: Fantasy Core
One of the coolest things about Tiny d10 is how open and generous Aaron is with the system. He actively encourages people to use the rules, create their own settings, and build new expansions. All he asks is a shout out to the original work. That spirit has turned Tiny d10 into a quiet little cult favorite in the indie gaming world. Check out the About page on the official site for a nice video and deeper look into the heart of the game.
I am not being paid anything to say this, but if Tiny d10 clicks with you and you end up playing it, I really hope you will support Aaron. Grab a physical copy on Lulu or shoot him a little love on X. Every bit helps him keep creating wonderful games for all of us.
Right now he has a couple of exciting new projects in the works (including something called Echo Lake). Follow him on X so you do not miss the updates.
Why Tiny d10 feels perfect for my table right now After the house fire and everything that came with it, I needed games that were light on prep but heavy on story and comfort. Tiny d10 delivers exactly that. I can sit down in my quiet little closet bedroom, roll a few d10s, and disappear into The Land of Time for an hour or two. No massive rulebooks. No stress. Just pure adventure with almost zero friction.
The system is gentle on new players, forgiving for solo gamers, and still satisfying for experienced groups. It is the kind of game that makes you want to create instead of getting lost in endless options.
If you are looking for big adventure with almost zero prep, Tiny d10 might be your new favorite tiny treasure. It has been exactly what I needed during this strange rebuilding season: light rules, deep stories, and the freedom to create without pressure. Whether you play solo in a quiet closet bedroom like I do or gather friends around a table, this little game delivers comfort and excitement in equal measure. Highly recommended. Go grab the free rules, roll some d10s, and let yourself fall into a new world. You will not regret it.
Download Tiny d10 from the official website here.