The second was "TFOS does Winterfest", written by Douglas Garrett, Paul Lidberg and Michael MacDonald and published under license by Crunchy Frog Enterprises.

In 2001, A2 Press published a TFOS universe expansion book named "The Landing" which was written by Michael Cox.

Skills, or "Knacks", are made up by players, with oddly descriptive names like "Drive Like a Maniac", "Fire Raygun", or "Avoid Being Harassed by Authority Figures" recommended.

Humans start with only one special ability, Fake Out (an uncanny knack for fast-talking greenhorn aliens into believing false information about Earth culture), but may start with advantages like increased running speed or durability, or outrageous wealth.

The "GM's tips" section of the rulebook includes a list of suggested gag situations ("routines") the players will have to deal with on a regular basis, from jealous girlfriends, to drill-sergeant gym teachers, to nosey siblings, to unlikely interruptions for make-out sessions.

As the first non-mecha anime-based game to achieve a degree of commercial success, it was pivotal in opening the development of that genre.

Swan concluded by giving this game a solid rating of 3 out of 4, saying it "is hands-down the all-time funniest RPG, but be forewarned it takes an experienced referee to realize its potential.