In the May-June 1985 edition of "Space Gamer" (Issue No. 74), Jerry Epperson was more ambivalent, saying ""The Palladium Role-Playing Game" is a game that aspired to greatness but fell just a little short of the mark. With the advent of "RuneQuest", "The Fantasy Trip", and "Lands of Adventure", "Palladium" is just a little out of step. GMs who are looking to add spice to their "D&D" games, or who really don't demand a great deal of realism from game mechanics, should by all means pick up "Palladium". But if you're searching for the ultimate in 'realism' and innovative design . . . keep looking."