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Stonemaier Games, the publisher behind the popular board game Wingspan, has announced the upcoming release of Finspan, a new title that shifts the focus from birds to fish. The game is set to launch on 2025, and aims to bring a fresh take on tableau-building gameplay. In Finspan, players act as marine researchers, collecting fish…
CMON has announced the release of Cthulhu: Death May Die – Forbidden Reaches, a new core box that expands the boundaries of the popular Lovecraftian board game. This latest addition brings new challenges and mechanics, offering players a deeper exploration into the Mythos. The expansion introduces a campaign mode that allows players to experience a…
Osprey Games has announced Ofrenda, a new card-placement game designed by Orlando Sá and André Santos, with artwork by Alex Herrerías. The game is rooted in the traditions of Día de los Muertos, offering players an opportunity to create vibrant altars in remembrance of loved ones. In the game, players work to assemble an ofrenda,…
Renegade Game Studios has announced the upcoming release of the Risk 2210 A.D. Frontline Expansion, which is now available for pre-order with a planned release in January 2025. This expansion builds on the futuristic warfare of Risk 2210 A.D., introducing new challenges and strategic possibilities as the battlefield moves beyond Earth to a newly terraformed…
The world of Fateforge: Chronicles of Kaan is expanding with the launch of Kin of the Wild, the second major expansion for the acclaimed board game. The Kickstarter campaign, which also includes a deluxe second printing of the core game, is set to begin on February 11th, 2025. Kin of the Wild introduces a rich…
Ares Games, in partnership with DAM Things Game Studio, has announced a new board game project, Viking Route, launching on Kickstarter on December 3rd. This cooperative game, designed for 1 to 4 players, introduces a movement mechanic using a compass and magnets to navigate through a Norse-inspired setting. In Viking Route, players control a Viking…
Tide & Tangle, a new Print-and-Play board game, has launched on Kickstarter, offering players a light-hearted experience focused on friendly competition and cooperation. In Tide & Tangle, players take on the role of otters along the Golden Coast, aiming to gather points by diving for treasures, floating in rafts, and navigating the game’s modular board….
Japanime Games is set to expand its popular Roll & Clash system, originally introduced with Naruto: Ninja Arena, by launching three new games featuring well-known anime titles. The upcoming releases—Tokyo Ghoul: District Battle, Naruto Shippuden: Ninja Arena, and The Seven Deadly Sins: Battle of Discord—will use the same fast-paced, dice-based mechanics that emphasize accessible rules…
Garphill Games has announced an upcoming Kickstarter campaign launching November 19. The campaign will offer a new deck of standard playing cards featuring artwork by The Mico from Garphill’s Medieval Trilogy games, with each suit representing characters from a different trilogy. Two versions of the deck will be available, each with unique card back art…
Czech publisher Pink Troubadour has announced Forestry, a new board game scheduled for release at Spiel Essen 2025. After a strong showing at Spiel Essen 2024, where their game Galileo Galilei sold out, Pink Troubadour is shifting focus to Forestry, a game that centers on forest management and sustainability. Designed by Michal Peichl, Forestry is…
The Last of Us: Escape the Dark, a new board game based on The Last of Us video game franchise, is now available for pre-order. Designed with the Escape the Dark system, the game offers an atmospheric journey where players navigate the challenges of a post-apocalyptic world. Supporting 1 to 5 players, Escape the Dark…
Orange Nebula has announced its upcoming game, Vestige, during the Gamefound Feast event. The game is a strategic modern euro designed for 1-4 players, combining resource management with a system modeled on the color wheel to create a competitive experience with depth and accessibility. Set in a future world where civilization has collapsed, Vestige invites…
WizKids has revealed Dungeons & Dragons: Edge of the Realms – Fields of Faerun, a new map-building game set to release in June. Designed by Phil Walker-Harding, known for games like Barenpark and Imhotep, this upcoming title allows players to explore the continent of Faerun within the Forgotten Realms universe. In Edge of the Realms…
On October 30th, HOUF Games will introduce Nice to Know! Animals on Kickstarter, a new board game combining strategy with educational content centered around wildlife and conservation. Designed for players interested in animals and environmental themes, the game aims to balance strategic gameplay with information on various species, including endangered animals. Developed over two years…
Esper Game Studio has announced the launch of its new board game, JISOGI: Anime Studio Tycoon, which is now live on Kickstarter. In this strategic game, players take on the role of an anime studio manager, juggling creative and business responsibilities in the fast-paced world of anime production. The game’s title, JISOGI reflects the need…
The Op Games has announced the release of CLUE: Muppets Edition, a new version of the classic board game featuring characters from Disney’s The Muppets. The game is now available at major retailers, including Amazon. In this edition, players can take on the roles of Muppet characters, such as Kermit as Mayor Green, Fozzie as…
Steamforged Games has introduced Bardsung: Tale of the Forsaken Glade, a new board game campaign now available on Gamefound. This game remasters the mechanics of the original Bardsung, offering a fresh campaign driven by player feedback. Set in a decaying forest where a corrupting black dragon holds sway, players will navigate the labyrinthine woods and…
Greater Than Games has revealed that Defenders of the Realm: Legends Edition will launch on November 19th via BackerKit. This miniatures-based adventure game allows players to work together to defend Monarch City from various enemies and four key bosses. Players can choose to play as heroes such as Fera the Barbarian, Samil the Ranger, Vitalia…
Kurt Vonnegut, widely recognized for his literary contributions, particularly Slaughterhouse-Five, also ventured into game design. His board game, GHQ, originally created in 1956, has now been published after nearly seven decades. Following the moderate reception of his first novel, Player Piano, Vonnegut sought alternative ways to earn an income. Drawing on his World War II…
Insania, an upcoming co-op dungeon crawler from Sievert Games, is preparing for its Kickstarter launch on November 19th. Set in ancient Rome, the game introduces players to a dark and unsettling narrative, incorporating themes of horror, violence, and mature content. Players will take on the roles of legionaries, gladiators, and oracles as they face nightmarish…
Archon Studio has announced the upcoming release of Master of Orion: Ad Astra, a 4X strategy board game based on the well-known Master of Orion PC series. The game is set to offer players the chance to control one of six races as they explore space, colonize planets, and develop technologies in pursuit of galactic…
Indie Boards and Cards, the publisher behind games like Coup, Resistance, and Avalon, has launched The Magnus Protocol Mysteries on Backerkit. The game is based on the Magnus Protocol podcast, a stand-alone sequel to the award-winning Magnus Archives series by Rusty Quill. Players step into the role of employees at the Office of Incident Assessment…
The cooperative Print-and-Play game Tide & Tangle is set to hit to Kickstarter on October 29. In this game, players take on the roles of Californian sea otters, diving for treasures, navigating ocean waves, and working together to create a safer environment in the Pacific Ocean. The game features artwork by Claire Lin and includes…
Mythic Games, once a prominent name in the board game crowdfunding scene, has officially dissolved. The news comes following a series of financial difficulties, delayed projects, unmet promises, and escalating controversy that have left many backers and fans angry and disappointed. According to an announcement published in Le Parisien on October 10, Mythic Games France…
The latest project from Teburu Teburu, “The Bad Karmas and The Curse of Cthulhu,” has launched its crowdfunding campaign on Gamefound, quickly surpassing its funding goal. “The Bad Karmas and The Curse of Cthulhu” is the first standalone expansion for “The Bad Karmas and The Curse of The Zodiac.” In this new chapter, players find…
RedImp Games has returned after a publishing break, revealing plans for upcoming releases, including a new edition of The Lord of the Ice Garden board game. The company has outlined its schedule, with several projects set to launch over the next few years. Among the first is the English version of Kur-Nu-Gi, which will be…
Modiphius Entertainment has opened pre-orders for Mass Effect: The Board Game – Priority: Hagalaz along with a range of 32mm Mass Effect resin miniatures. The pre-order is available on the Modiphius webstore, with the official retail release scheduled for N7 Day (November 7). Mass Effect: The Board Game – Priority: Hagalaz is a cooperative, story-driven…
Red Raven Games has launched Above and Below: Haunted, a standalone sequel to Above and Below, on Gamefound. Set to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the original game, Above and Below: Haunted introduces players to a haunted marshland setting, with opportunities to explore watery caves and build new villages. In this sequel, players compete to…
Creative Jam Games has launched Capybattle on Gamefound, a two-player board game where players assume the role of capybara monarchs. In the game, players work to control five quarters in a row by leading capybara knights and constructing various structures. Each turn, actions are activated based on the placement of capybara monarchs, with options that…
Giimoe Games has introduced Roborover 2077: Last Hope, a cooperative board game set in a futuristic world facing ecological collapse and the breakdown of society. In this game, 1-4 players act as explorers operating from a technologically advanced fortress. The goal is to gather resources, produce necessities, and survive in a hostile environment. Players explore…
