The Terminator RPG: Core Rulebook

The lore sections alone are worth the price—they dig deep into the first movie’s world and tie in the Dark Horse comics beautifully. I’ve already run two sessions straight from the book, and the core rules handle combat and tension exactly how a Terminator scenario should feel. My only surprise was

The layout makes it so easy to jump right into a mission, and the weapon stats for the Hunter-Killers are exactly as menacing as they should be. I've already run two sessions and the threat level felt spot-on for a John Connor campaign.

The book is solidly made and the rules for infiltration missions feel tense and true to the films, though the layout can be a bit dense in spots. I've already run two one-shots using the included adventure hooks and my group had a blast.