Gamma World: Rise of the Hoops
A Gamma World Adventure Module The city is dead. The Hoops are laughing. And something beneath the ruins is beginning to wake. Centuries after the Fall, the shattered island once known as Manhattan has become a savage wasteland of mutant tribes, rusting skyscrapers, flooded streets, and forgotten technology. Among its strangest inhabitants are the Hoops—small, fearless scavengers famous for terrible jokes, reckless courage, and an uncanny talent for surviving disasters that should have killed them long ago. When a mysterious artifact resurfaces deep beneath the ruined city, rival factions race to claim it. Pirate fleets patrol the Iron Coast. Militia leaders prepare for war. Ancient Guardian machines stir from centuries of silence. Rumors spread of ORACLE, an artificial intelligence whose final protocol could reshape the future of the island—or destroy it forever. The player characters are drawn into a sprawling adventure of exploration, diplomacy, survival, and desperate battles across one of the most dangerous places left on Earth. Every choice influences the balance of power between mutant factions, forgotten technologies, and the future of the Hoops themselves. Designed for Gamma World, Rise of the Hoops combines classic post-apocalyptic adventure with dark humor, memorable NPCs, dangerous exploration, and meaningful player choices. Whether your group prefers combat, roleplaying, scavenging ancient technology, or uncovering long-buried mysteries, this campaign offers dozens of hours of play in a richly detailed setting. Inside you'll discover: A complete multi-act adventure campaign The fully realized island of New Manhattan, transformed into a radioactive wilderness Dozens of unique locations to explore Memorable mutant factions, pirates, scavengers, and rival settlements The lovable—and frequently ridiculous—Hoops, one of Gamma World's most iconic mutant species Ancient pre-Fall technology, mysterious artifacts, and deadly Guardian constructs Side quests, random encounters, exploration tables, rumors, treasures, and adventure hooks Handouts, maps, illustrations, NPCs, and everything needed to run an unforgettable campaign Inspired by the spirit of classic Gamma World adventures while introducing an entirely new setting and storyline, Rise of the Hoops captures everything fans love about post-apocalyptic roleplaying: bizarre mutations, improvised technology, strange civilizations, impossible relics, and the constant feeling that every ruined building hides another incredible discovery. Whether you're a longtime Gamma World veteran or introducing new players to the weird and wonderful apocalypse for the first time, Rise of the Hoops delivers a campaign packed with humor, danger, exploration, and unforgettable adventures. Grab your shotgun, polish your piecemeal armor, and keep your worst jokes ready... because the Hoops are rising.
