Disclaimer: I received a free copy of this product for the purpose of this review.

This product contains two separate downloads - in addition to the main product itself, there's a printable set of character sheets you can duplicate as-needed for your table.

Now, then. If you're anything like me, then you have... let's call them "feelings" about clowns. Well, vs. Stranger Stuff is pretty much all about the weird, creepy 80's movie vibe, so you probably already know whether or not this is something you want for your group. No, really. Some products are ambiguous without more information, but this isn't one of them. There's even a part of this product dealing with the fear of clowns (and the this-should-be-obvious note that this probably isn't a good choice for anyone with that fear. With that not-so-cheerful thought, let's get into the technical details, then the content.

The main product here is a 54-page, full-color file. As with most releases, the full rules for playing - including character creation - are included so that you only need to purchase this product in order to enjoy the game. Well, that and the basic supplies - pencils, paper, and a deck of normal playing cards. If you're not familiar with the VsM System, it's extremely simple and straightforward - people can easily dive in even if they've never played it before, making this appropriate for both long-term gaming groups and a party with friends or family.

Once we're past that, however, they really are sending in the clowns... starting with a page describing various plots that could be used for a clown-oriented adventure, from cannibal clowns to animatronic clowns desperate to get back at anyone who laughed at them. If you'd like something a little easier - or at least a good guide for creating your own adventures - this product also comes with three complete games worth of adventures. Note that as with most VsM system adventures, it's honestly not going to take too long to get through any one adventure. You could realistically play through all three of them in one session.

Now, that's where most products would stop... but by the time we're through the appendixes of the adventures, we're only at Page 45. The rest of the product contains useful extras, especially if you're printing them. Page 45 is essentially a draw-your-own-clown page (which can be as funny or as serious as you want), and there's also a paper puppet, some printable clown miniatures, and a couple of maps suitable for the adventures published earlier in the book. The final three pages include two of advertisements and the back cover.

At this point, though, there's honestly only one question that need answering: Is this a good "evil clowns" product? Personally, I think it is. I mean, the subject alone is really the selling point here, but I do think it holds up to what it set out to do. Fat Goblin Games has published quite a few products for this system now, and I definitely think they've got a good handle on this.

That said, part of the success of the game will come from the atmosphere you create and the players you have. This isn't a game for everyone, so make sure your intended group is onboard with the idea of playing it.

And other than that? Just don't sleep. The clowns might eat you...