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  1. GURPS Basic Set: Campaigns, Fourth Edition
    Best overall

    GURPS Basic Set: Campaigns, Fourth Edition

    4.7/5 $29.95

    Core rulebook for running GURPS campaigns, with extensive rules for world-building, combat, and skills. Essential for any GURPS GM.

    • Comprehensive rules
    • Flexible system
    • Great for custom settings
    • Can be complex for beginners
  2. GURPS Basic Set: Characters, Fourth Edition
    Best for character creation Steve Jackson Games

    GURPS Basic Set: Characters, Fourth Edition

    4.8/5 $54.95

    Core rulebook for character creation in GURPS, offering detailed point-based character design. Highly rated for depth and flexibility.

    • Deep customization
    • Clear layout
    • Covers many genres
    • Requires Campaigns book for full rules
  3. Best for historical games

    GURPS Low-Tech, Fourth Edition

    4.6/5 $25-$35

    Expands rules for pre-industrial technology, including weapons, armor, and gear. Ideal for historical or fantasy settings.

    • Detailed tech coverage
    • Historically accurate
    • Many options
    • Niche focus
    • Some rules can be dense
  4. GURPS Powers, Fourth Edition
    Best for superpowers and abilities Steve Jackson Games

    GURPS Powers, Fourth Edition

    4.5/5 $101.00

    Comprehensive guide to creating and using powers, from magic to superhuman abilities. Essential for superhero or high-fantasy campaigns.

    • Flexible power system
    • Many examples
    • Balanced mechanics
    • Can be framework-heavy
    • Requires GM buy-in
  5. GURPS Space, Fourth Edition
    Best for sci-fi campaigns

    GURPS Space, Fourth Edition

    4.6/5 $25-$35

    Complete guide to running space campaigns, with rules for starship design, space travel, and alien creation. Very popular for sci-fi fans.

    • Great world-building tools
    • Covers many sub-genres
    • Inspiring
    • Some rules are advanced
    • No specific setting
  6. GURPS Magic, Fourth Edition
    Best for fantasy magic

    GURPS Magic, Fourth Edition

    4.4/5 $29.95

    Expanded magic system for GURPS, with hundreds of spells and rules for enchantment and alchemy. A must-have for fantasy GMs.

    • Extensive spell list
    • Customizable
    • Well-organized
    • May be too detailed for some
    • Requires Basic Set
  7. Best for combat enhancement

    GURPS Martial Arts, Fourth Edition

    4.7/5 $25-$35

    Detailed rules for realistic and cinematic martial arts, including techniques, styles, and weapons. Highly rated for adding depth to combat.

    • Rich combat options
    • Covers many styles
    • Great for action campaigns
    • Can be rules-intensive
    • Not needed for simple games
  8. Best for cyberpunk genre

    GURPS Cyberpunk, Fourth Edition

    4.3/5 $20-$30

    Sourcebook for cyberpunk campaigns, with rules for cybernetics, hacking, and dystopian settings. Good value for sci-fi fans.

    • Great genre coverage
    • Useful gear and tech
    • Supports many themes
    • Outdated feel in rules
    • Not as deep as other GURPS books

Buying advice

When choosing a GURPS book, start with the Basic Set (Characters and Campaigns) as they are essential. For specific genres, pick supplements like Low-Tech (historical), Powers (superheroes), or Space (sci-fi). Consider your campaign needs and GM experience level; some books are more rules-heavy. The top-rated books overall are the Basic Set volumes, but genre-specific supplements often get higher praise from niche fans.

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