Sword World RPG to be translated to English for the first time

Mugen Gaming have made an exciting announcement via their blog concerning their popular Japanese Sword World RPG, a Dungeons & Dragons style system that allows you to create your own stories in a rich fantasy world and conquer them!

The game will be brought to market via a crowdfunding campaign set to launch in 2026. This will bring the latest deluxe rulebook, version 2.5.

Meanwhile, you can try out the system for free with a PDF from the official Sword World website in return for your email address, through which they'll keep you updated.

About the game:

Sword World is the most successful and long-standing tabletop RPG in Japan. Originally created in 1989 by Group SNE, it has been in continuous publication for nearly 40 years and has profoundly shaped Japan’s fantasy and gaming culture.

The game takes place in a rich, dynamic setting — a world literally created by ancient sentient swords known as the Swords of Genesis. The setting is filled with magic, guilds, ancient ruins, and dungeons shaped by mystical energies and magical technology. It’s inspired novels, anime, video games, and more across Japanese media.

The system uses a 2d6 structure, making it easy to learn and accessible for new players — while still offering tactical depth and advanced combat options for those who want them.

You can play it fast and light or take a deeper, more strategic approach.

One of our favorite features is the multi-classing system. Rather than locking you into rigid roles like "warrior" or "mage," Sword World encourages you to build flexible, party-supportive characters. It’s a system that promotes teamwork and collaborative storytelling, rather than focusing on individual heroism, although there's always space for heroic moments.

Thanks to Chuo Dori for the original link