They’re the "Worst Crew in the Business"… but that’s why they always win. Dive into a heist RPG where chaos isn’t a bug, it’s the entire game.

Every job goes wrong. Every meticulously crafted plan ends in explosions, inexplicable nudity, or televised car chases. And yet… somehow, it all works out. At least, that’s what makes it legendary.

Hits the Fan is a satirical tabletop heist game built for those who revel in spectacular screw-ups. In a world where heists are as common as coffee shops and criminal empires change hands like stocks, your crew is renowned, not for precision or talent, but for its magnificent ability to turn disaster into art. Flooding casinos, accidentally marrying a mark, or starting a cult mid-heist… these aren’t setbacks, they’re your signature moves.

What's the score?

This game already has a playable playtest module. View it here.

So, what’s the score? This isn’t just a game where things go sideways. This is a game where chaos is the entire point! Every plan will unravel, but what you do with the wreckage is what makes your crew infamous. You're not here to succeed. You're here to blow it big, and own it.

Hits The Fan is a fast-and-loose narrative TTRPG where players take on the roles of world-renowned screw-ups trying to pull off heists in spite of their own dysfunction.  Inspired by absurdist comedies and every heist movie where things absolutely do not go according to plan, Hits the Fan celebrates catastrophe.

Join the campaign and embrace the glory of chaos! Fail forward. Fumble upward. Blow it so hard you somehow win. 

Every play session is a high-stakes dance with disaster, using a unique 3d6 engine:

• Plan Die: Determines how your “masterstroke” plays out. (Will it be a catastrophic failure or a solid execution, albeit with a twist?)

• Chaos Die: Measures how wildly the plan derails, from a guard’s coffee spill to reality itself glitching.

• Pivot Die: Decides how your crew turns calamity into a brilliant, accidental win.

This isn’t just a concept. It’s playable chaos. See the playtest in action here.

Why join this heist?

Hits the Fan isn’t about making the perfect plan! It’s about making the perfect mess. In a world where chaos is the only constant, your crew thrives by embracing disaster. Each botched heist becomes an artwork, each failure a path to success. The more things fall apart, the more legendary your team becomes. That’s the core of the game: catastrophe as playstyle, and success through pure chaos.

• Real, Playable Havoc: The core game works. It’s been playtested, and you can dive into the chaos right now.

• Authentic & Uncompromised: This isn’t vaporware from a faceless studio. It’s a passion project by Rev Casey, delivering quality despite real-life challenges.

• Your Input Matters: Backers help shape the final product. Vote on expansions and additional quirky content.

This is also a game built in real-time with you, the backers. We’re not hiding behind closed doors; the playtest is already live and evolving based on player feedback. You’ll help shape the expansion, from absurd job prompts to the zaniest conceits, ensuring the game stays as wild and unpredictable as you are. 

Our funding goals

But this isn’t just a game of chaos, it's a project in constant motion. The more you back, the more wild possibilities we can bring to life. The base funding goal supports final editing, layout, and subsidized time for Rev to finish and polish the game for release. Your backing and love for unhinged havoc are the key to unlocking this gaming pandemonium!

• Fully Funded ($500): A complete digital release, packed with all the rules, character creation, and everything you need to dive into chaos.

• First Stretch ($750): Your feedback drives the next wild expansion! Do you crave more absurd job prompts, extra crew roles, or inventive gadgets? Your opinion drives what’s added next.

• Second Stretch ($1000): Unlock a print-on-demand edition via DriveThruRPG. Receive an at-cost code for a softcover copy, so you can hold your very own piece of chaotic criminal history.

Risks and Upsides

Risks

• Rev manages chronic neurological conditions and trauma, so progress may fluctuate with his health. This may impact delivery timelines, but a final product is guaranteed.

• US healthcare and survival logistics may require Rev to focus on immediate needs at times. This may affect delivery schedules. However, free time will still be dedicated to ensure steady progress.

• Art and design will rely on accessible, budget-friendly resources. This project is about substance and chaotic fun, not flashy gimmicks.

Upsides

• Hits the Fan is already playable. Experience its irreverent humor and unpredictable mechanics today with our online playtest.

• Rev has a record of shipping TTRPGs despite chronic challenges. He just released the backer preview for the most recent Crowdfundr project, for example. This project is solid, not speculative.

• No vaporware. No fake studio. Just a creator making weird, joyful chaos with the help of backers.

• Stretch goals are realistic, determined by actual backer input and available bandwidth.

• Backers can vote on the $750 expansion to help shape what’s next.

Estimated delivery

• June-July 2025: First Backer Release (PDF)

• August-September 2025: Public Ashcan Edition

• Fall 2025 (if funded): Print Edition via DriveThruRPG

Disclaimer

All special thanks names and sponsorship messages are subject to the sole approval and discretion of Rev Casey. Unduly offensive, such as bigoted, names and messages will not be allowed. Corrections may be allowed in some circumstances. No refunds. 

Alternate Payment Options

You can contribute directly by Debit/Credit Card. Please comment HITS THE FAN + your email address and/or ping Thought Punks on Bluesky or Mastodon after payment to make sure Rev has your info for fulfillment. This ensures I can update fulfillment details and track your reward effectively; every pledge counts. All reward tiers eligible.

Final word from Rev

Back Hits the Fan today and join a crew of gloriously imperfect criminals who prove that sometimes the only way to pull off a heist is to let chaos rule. Failure isn’t the end! It’s just the beginning of a wild, unforgettable story.

Join the crew. Help us make chaos. Let’s turn your wildest ideas into the next great heist story. Back Hits the Fan and let’s make history, one glorious screw-up at a time!