Free League has a direct partnership with DriveThruRPG, the largest digital storefront for tabletop games. Here you can buy the Core Rulebook PDF.
As of late 2025, Free League has released several digital supplements:
All of these are available as standalone PDFs or in bundle deals.
When you attempt a dangerous action, the GM sets a Target Number (TN) from 1 to 5. Roll a number of d10s equal to your relevant Attribute. the walking dead universe roleplaying game pdf
Example: Scavenging a pharmacy (TN 2). You have Instinct 3. Roll 3d10. You need 2 successes to find antibiotics.
The Push: You may “Push” a failed roll by taking 1 Stress. Reroll all failed dice. You cannot push a Botch.
Unlike a printed book that goes out of date, your PDF is often updated. When you purchase from DriveThruRPG, you have permanent access to the file. If Free League releases errata (rules fixes) or a revised printing, you get the updated PDF for free. Free League has a direct partnership with DriveThruRPG,
Check the official Free League Discord or r/TWD_RPG subreddit. The community regularly releases fan-made supplements—maps of Atlanta, custom survivor camps, and alternate herd rules—all designed to be used alongside the official PDF.
Don't Plan Plots, Plan Pressure. Do not write a story. Write a situation with three factions, a scarce resource (water, fuel, medicine), and a herd moving in. Let the players make the moral choices.
The Walking Dead Formula:
Human Threats (Examples):
Sample Scene: The Toll Bridge