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To get a OSR or B/X or BECMI(Cyclopedia) feel consider using the following traditions and 5e variant rules.

Character Creation

• roll 3d6InOrder for ability score
• select only from races and classes in the free D&D 5e Basic Rules
• Remove skills from the game and consider using the DMG variant rule that grants characters some proficient rolls based on Class, Background, or Personality Traits
• every adventurer is given the standard adventuring gear pack
• may want to toss in some pitons and a 10ft pole

Gameplay

• consider removing or limiting the use of cantrips (Spell casting modifier + Proficiency uses per day)
• drive for the general use of abilities and have players request use of a proficiency
• Use DMG Variant rules for Resting that takes a Long Rest up to an entire week.
• Use the DMG Morale option (DC10 Wis save) for monsters when surprised, forces half defeated, or obviously defeated
• Grant XP for each GP returned to safety

I plan to try some of these out and generate a more firm listing of tried practices.