A promotional poster for "Dune: War for Arrakis - Desert War Expansion" showcases an epic battle scene with soldiers and futuristic aircraft against a vast desert backdrop. Text reads "Coming Soon," along with the flags of the UK, Germany, and France.
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CMON Announces Pre-Order for New ‘Desert War’ Expansion of Dune: War for Arrakis

CMON has announced the upcoming pre-order campaign for the new expansion, Desert War, for the tabletop game Dune: War for Arrakis. The pre-order is set to launch on Gamefound, providing both new and returning backers the opportunity to acquire the latest expansion as well as select items from the original campaign, now available in multiple…

Promotional image for "Jim Henson's Labyrinth: The Board Game 40th Anniversary Collection." Launching Summer 2024, it includes a revised rulebook, the new 'Humongous' expansion, and exclusive miniatures. Background is a mesmerizing maze. Available on Gamefound soon!
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“Labyrinth: The Board Game Collection” to Launch on Gamefound This Summer

This summer, fans of the classic film “Labyrinth” will have the opportunity to engage with its universe in a new way through “Labyrinth: The Board Game Collection,” launching on Gamefound. The campaign is led by Mantic Games in partnership with River Horse, aligning with the approach to the 40th anniversary of the original movie’s release….

Promotional image for "Wonders of the First" CCG, featuring five character cards with stunning fantasy artwork, including warriors and mystical creatures. A green label boasts "Funded in 26 seconds!" in the top left corner.
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The Wonders of The First Deep Dive – NFTs, Canceled Kickstarter and AI Art

About a week ago we covered Wonders of the First, the NFT CCG which is definitely not a NFT game according to the creators. This week the CCG is relaunching on Kickstarter after being removed from the platform for including NFTs in the campaign. We got a huge amount of feedback on the articles covering…

Box art for "Toothead: Don't Let Them Eat Ya!" portrays cartoonish characters with big eyes and exaggerated expressions. Set against a colorful backdrop inspired by a polluted island, it features splashes of red, yellow, and teal with dice and playful graphics. Perfect for its upcoming Kickstarter launch.
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Battle for Survival on a Polluted Island: ‘Toothead’ is Now on Kickstarter

“Toothead,” a new game blending elements of cards, dice, and board gameplay, is now on Kickstarter. Set on a polluted island where waste drives a desperate struggle for survival, players take on the roles of the Tootheads, quirky inhabitants fighting to avoid becoming someone else’s meal. The game is designed for a broad audience, ideal…

Silhouettes of various fantasy characters stand in front of a green, mountainous landscape with the text "Regicide Legacy" prominently displayed above them. The scene conveys an adventurous and mysterious atmosphere, hinting at a campaign destined for success.
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“Regicide Legacy” Continues Success in Follow-Up Campaign

“Regicide Legacy” Achieves Funding Success on Kickstarter “Regicide Legacy,” the follow-up to the 2020 game “Regicide,” has successfully reached its funding goal on Kickstarter. Developed by Badgers from Mars, the game returns players to the fantasy world of Deccaria, now suffering from a mysterious corruption affecting its royalty. The campaign involves leading a group known…

Cover of the "Marginal Worlds: Magic Item Expansion Pack" with colorful illustrations of characters and books. The image showcases two ornately covered books, reminiscent of Medieval Magic, alongside a map on a wooden surface—an enchanting glimpse into this Kickstarter treasure.
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Marginal Worlds is Bringing Medieval Magic to Tabletops with New Magic Item Deck Coming to Kickstarter June 1st

Ancient secrets are no longer confined to dusty tomes. The upcoming “Marginal Worlds: Magic Item Expansion Pack” promises to transform your tabletop RPG sessions with a touch of medieval mystique. Set to launch on Kickstarter this June, the deck offers a rare blend of historical enchantment and modern gameplay. Developed by the team behind the…

A fantasy illustration for the RPG "13th Age Second Edition" features a warrior woman and bearded fighter battling a dragon. Set amidst swords, magic, and a fantasy landscape, the green banner proudly reads, "Funded in 62 minutes!" promising an enhanced experience.
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13th Age Second Edition Kickstarter Surpasses Goals, Promises Enhanced RPG Experience with Revamped Mechanics and Deeper Storytelling

Pelgrane Press has initiated a Kickstarter campaign for the second edition of 13th Age, a tabletop RPG recognized for merging d20-rolling mechanics with a strong narrative focus. The new edition aims to refine the gameplay experience, boasting overhauled class powers and enhanced combat dynamics. The update emphasizes a more strategic approach to character abilities, ensuring…

Promotional image for "Wonders of the First" CCG, featuring five character cards with stunning fantasy artwork, including warriors and mystical creatures. A green label boasts "Funded in 26 seconds!" in the top left corner.
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Wonders of The First is Getting Removed From Kickstarter For Offering NFTs

Following our recent coverage on Wonders of The First, the collectible card game has hit another snag in its already controversial journey. Despite previously securing a spot on Kickstarter as a “Project We Love,” the platform has now threatened to remove the game within 48 hours unless the creators of the project remove it themselves….

Illustrated poster of a musical trio immersed in Portuguese culture inside the "House of Fado." A woman sings while two men play string instruments, evoking a nostalgic charm. The warm candlelight adds intimacy, with a window revealing the night sky. Artwork by Marina Costa.
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“House of Fado” Captures Portuguese Culture in New Board Game on Kickstarter

Eagle Games’ latest board game, “House of Fado,” offers players a chance to manage a traditional Portuguese restaurant known as Casa de Fado, where dining and the soulful tunes of Fado music create a culturally rich experience. This medium-weight worker placement game challenges players to attract customers, manage staff, and promote fadistas (Fado musicians) to…

A dark, icy cave scene reveals a spider-like creature with a female upper body at the forefront. She holds a gem and sits in a web, surrounded by frosty details. Text reads "Euthia: Torment of Resurrection - Born of Kickstarter's Cruel Frost.
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“Euthia: Cruel Frost” Heats Up on Kickstarter with a Chilling Climax

Steamforged Games has introduced “Euthia: Cruel Frost,” the final installment in the Euthia trilogy, through an exclusive campaign on Kickstarter. The expansion promises an immersive experience for board game enthusiasts, expanding the game’s universe with new challenges and a story centered around a looming threat posed by a Spider Queen wielding forbidden ice magic. Designed…

Promotional image for "Wonders of the First" CCG, featuring five character cards with stunning fantasy artwork, including warriors and mystical creatures. A green label boasts "Funded in 26 seconds!" in the top left corner.
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“Wonders of The First” Veiled as CCG is Essentially an NFT Scheme

Yesterday we covered “Wonders of the First”, an NFT-based card game that now has gathered over a million dollars from over 1800 backers. In yesterday’s article, we mistakenly wrote that the game was previously an NFT-based game, as the Kickstarter page has little to no information about the fact. Jeff French, the creator of the…

A board game titled "Fleur" is elegantly displayed on a table, capturing the French flair against a backdrop of blooming trees. The game box boasts floral designs, with pieces, cards, and a small figure set up before it. A glass dome filled with flowers adds charm, hinting at an upcoming Kickstarter campaign.
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“La Fleur” Kickstarter Campaign Blossoms, Surpassing Funding Goal with Opulent French Flair

The Kickstarter campaign for “La Fleur” by Dux Somnium Games has significantly surpassed its initial funding goal, securing $176,082 against a target of $5,000. With 28 days remaining until the campaign concludes on May 30, the board game has attracted 1,937 backers, reflecting strong interest in its Rococo-themed gameplay. Set in 18th-century France, “La Fleur”…

Four fantasy-themed game cards are spread out, showcasing enchanting illustrations of characters and a crown. Amidst this captivating tableau, the text "A winning hand" proclaims its presence, capturing the essence of the Folk of the Air in this Enemies & Lovers Card Game—truly a Kickstarter goal surpassed.
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Enemies & Lovers Card Game Based on Folk of the Air Surpasses Kickstarter Goal

The Kickstarter campaign for “Enemies & Lovers,” a card game based on Holly Black’s Folk of the Air series, has significantly surpassed its funding target, reaching $148,248 of the $60,000 goal. The campaign has attracted 1,815 backers with 29 days remaining until its conclusion on May 31. Developed by Holly Black, an author known for…

In a dramatic scene, two "Delve" books, one colorful and one in black and white, stand at the forefront of a Kickstarter campaign. Behind them looms a large, menacing dragon roaring in a dark, gothic setting. Lighting captures the creature and stone architecture's grandeur.
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“DELVE” Kickstarter Campaign Surges Past Initial Goals, Offering Extensive Dungeon-Building Resources for TTRPG Players

The Kickstarter for “DELVE” has quickly surpassed its target. Collaboratively developed by Eventyr Games and Bob World Builder, the campaign has already raised over $68,000, exceeding the initial $10,000 goal, with 30 days remaining until its conclusion on May 31. The guide is tailored for both 5E Dungeons & Dragons and Shadowdark RPG players, featuring…

Fantasy-themed illustration featuring three armored characters with mystical elements, hinting at an innovative NFT Project. The text "Wonders of the First" is prominently displayed in the center. Below are partially visible playing cards, suggesting a connection to a physical CCG world.
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Former NFT Project “Wonders of The First” Pivots to Physical CCG Amid Pricing and Art Concerns

Wonders of The First, a new Collectible Card Game (CCG) that has recently debuted on Kickstarter, is drawing significant attention not only for its crowdfunding success but also for the numerous concerns raised by backers and observers alike. Despite achieving a current pledge amount of $846,461, far surpassing its $25,000 goal, the project is mired…

A modern board game titled "Square One" is showcased, reflecting its Kickstarter origins. The set includes colorful tokens, black game cards, and a sleek black box with a minimalist design featuring a yellow square and white text, reminiscent of Project L's contemporary aesthetics.
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Project L: Square One Achieves Funding Goal on Kickstarter, Introduces New Gameplay Elements

Project L: Square One, the sequel to the popular engine-builder game Project L, has successfully surpassed its funding goal on Kickstarter. With 69 hours left in the campaign, which ends on May 2, the project has raised $116,193, exceeding the initial goal of $75,013 with the support of 2,095 backers. Square One is designed for…

Fantasy game cover artwork for "Firesiege: A Feralis Story," showcasing armored warriors on horseback charging towards the viewer. The dynamic and intense scene, with strategic gameplay elements, highlights a medieval battle atmosphere against a castle backdrop. Perfect for Kickstarter funding appeal.
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Firesiege Achieves Kickstarter Funding Target, Highlights Strategic Gameplay and Cooperative Elements

“Firesiege” developed by Deer Games Studio, has successfully surpassed its funding goal on Kickstarter. The campaign has raised $27,362, well above the initial target of $16,058, with 413 backers and 18 days remaining until its conclusion on May 14. The game positions players in the besieged city of Medda, where they assume the roles of…

Fantasy artwork for "Shadows of Esteren" highlights a central figure adorned with a feathered crown and cloak, exuding a mysterious, ethereal aura. Other shadowy characters linger in the background. The "Dearg Campaign" title stands prominently below, symbolizing its Kickstarter Goal ambitions.
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Shadows of Esteren Exceeds Kickstarter Goal, Launches Final Season of Dearg Campaign

The French tabletop role-playing game Shadows of Esteren has significantly exceeded its initial Kickstarter funding target. The campaign, which aimed to raise $10,000, has already collected over $79,933 from 748 backers, with three weeks remaining until its closure on May 17. Shadows of Esteren is celebrated for its focus on deep narrative roleplaying with a…

A fantasy-themed board game cover titled "The Sixth Realm" showcases a lush landscape where two robed figures stand before an ancient stone portal adorned with colorful gems. The sky, filled with clouds and mystical light, hints at the epic adventure that awaits as part of its Kickstarter goal milestones.
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“The Sixth Realm” Surpasses Kickstarter Goal, Reviving Ancient Legends in Board Game Form

“The Sixth Realm,” a strategic Euro board game by Final Frontier Games, has rapidly exceeded its Kickstarter funding goal, reaching $96,115 pledged against an initial target of $40,000. With 961 backers already showing their support and 20 days still remaining before the campaign ends on May 15, the game is gaining significant attention. Set in…

Comic-style game cover titled "Corps of Discovery" features explorers, including Lewis and Clark, in a shadowy forest. A man in the foreground holds a torch aloft while others are on horseback, and a determined young girl stands prominently, ever wary of lurking monsters.
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Lewis, Clark, and Monsters: ‘Corps of Discovery’ Blasts Past Kickstarter Goals

“Corps of Discovery,” a new board game combining historical exploration with monster combat, has successfully launched on Kickstarter. The game, designed by Sen-Foong Lim and Jay Cormier, who have previously worked on projects like MIND MGMT, Belfort, and Junk Art, has quickly surpassed its funding goal. Since the start of the campaign, “Corps of Discovery”…

Cover image for "At the Gates" by Onyx Path Publishing features a rabbit-eared warrior in armor with a red-striped scarf, embodying epic fantasy. The sword-wielding figure is flanked by book covers on the left, with a "Coming May 7th" banner in the top right corner.
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Onyx Path Publishing’s “At the Gates” Merges JRPG Elements with Epic Fantasy in Latest Tabletop Game

Onyx Path Publishing recently unveiled “At the Gates,” their latest venture into the realm of high fantasy games. Inspired by JRPGs and classic epic fantasy literature, the game is set on the magical continent of Everend in the world of Gaia. Here, magic is a fundamental aspect of life, maintaining harmony across the continent. However,…

The image displays the "Lucky Bears: National Parks Game" board game box, depicting a smiling bear. It offers a 15-minute playtime for 2 players, ages 8+, along with 64 national park tokens, perfect for celebrating National Park Week. The box rests on a wooden surface.
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New Board Game “Lucky Bears” Launches in Celebration of National Park Week

In alignment with National Park Week, taking place from April 20th to 28th, a new board game titled Lucky Bears is set to launch. The game, which highlights America’s national parks, is the creation of mother-daughter duo Annabelle and Stacy Tornio. It is designed to be educational and enjoyable for a broad audience. Lucky Bears…

The image showcases "HitPoint" in a bold, stylized font with the tagline "Get More Out of Life" beneath it. A red and orange dragon design accents the text, reminiscent of a multi-purpose card game's mystical allure, all set against a striking black background.
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HitPoint, a Multi-Purpose Card Game Gains Traction on Kickstarter

The card game HitPoint, which merges the dynamics of trading card games with the storytelling aspects of tabletop role-playing games (TTRPGs), has recently launched on Kickstarter. The game has successfully exceeded its funding goal, with $4,579 pledged of a $3,000 goal, and the campaign is set to conclude on May 5. HitPoint introduces a gameplay…

An open book with illustrations of a bear talking to a crab on a beach. The background is the sandy shores of Oki Island, scattered with seashells, starfish, and a compass—hinting at a swashbuckling solo adventure.
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“The Secret of Oki Island” Sails Past Kickstarter Goal with Swashbuckling Solo Adventure

On Kickstarter, “The Secret of Oki Island,” a new solo adventure for 5th Edition Dungeons & Dragons, has successfully reached and surpassed its funding target. The campaign by Obvious Mimic has raised $26,748, exceeding the initial goal of $14,545, with 28 days left until its conclusion on May 17. This project offers a solo tabletop…

Promotional image for "Mek Borg + Steel Psalm" featuring two book covers. Against a dark, industrial-themed backdrop, "Funded in 19 Minutes" is emblazoned in green text. Highlighting two books of doom and machines, this MÖRK BORG-Compatible RPG captivates the imagination.
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MEKBORG and STEEL PSALM: Unleashing Mechanical Mayhem in a MÖRK BORG-Compatible RPG on Kickstarter

The Kickstarter campaign for “MEKBORG and STEEL PSALM,” a tabletop roleplaying game compatible with MÖRK BORG, has significantly surpassed its initial funding target. Originally set at $8,040, the campaign has raised $109,065 with 1,374 backers and 27 days remaining until its conclusion on May 6. “MEKBORG and STEEL PSALM” introduce a gameplay experience that combines…

Cover art for "God of War: The Board Game" showcases a snowy, mountainous battle scene. A warrior with an axe confronts a giant creature while another character targets a beast nearby. Gamefound logo and creator names are prominently displayed, enhancing the epic atmosphere.
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“God of War: The Board Game” Launches on Gamefound

CMON has launched a crowdfunding campaign for “God of War: The Board Game” on Gamefound. This cooperative dungeon crawler, designed for 1-2 players, features a series of adventures based on the time period between the video games “God of War” (2018) and “God of War: Ragnarök.” The board game aims to raise $150,000 and has…

The box of the board game "One-Hit Heroes," launched with Kickstarter funding, showcases colorful cartoon characters in action poses, including a muscular figure and a masked character. The background reveals a blurred bookshelf, capturing the excitement of this co-op card game adventure.
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One-Hit Heroes Exceeds Kickstarter Funding Goal, Introduces Unique Co-Op Card Game Mechanics

One-Hit Heroes, a new tabletop game by Wiggles 3D, has surpassed its Kickstarter funding target, achieving $62,492 in pledges against a goal of $21,734 with 29 days remaining until the campaign ends on May 16. The game is centered around a cooperative experience where players choose a hero and collectively face off against various bosses….

The board game box, "Mini Rogue: The Council," features a medieval knight before a grand castle. Designed for 1-4 players ages 12+, it offers a swift 45-minute adventure. This Season 2 release, backed by Kickstarter success, includes language options from the UK, France, Canada, and Italy.
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The Council Convenes: Mini Rogue’s Season 2 Triumphs on Kickstarter

Mini Rogue – Season 2 Surpasses Kickstarter Goal Nuts! Publishing recently launched a Kickstarter campaign for “The Council,” the second season of the roguelike microgame Mini Rogue. The campaign has successfully exceeded its funding target, garnering $49,341 against a goal of $14,856, with 811 backers and 13 days remaining until its conclusion on April 30….

The box cover of "The Castles of Burgundy: Special Edition Reprint" showcases a scenic landscape with a castle, two figures, and highlights premium game components like miniatures, player boards, and dice. This edition epitomizes the exceptional quality Awaken Realms is renowned for.
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Awaken Realms Launches Crowdfunding for “Castles of Burgundy: Special Edition Reprint” on Gamefound

Awaken Realms has reintroduced the “Castles of Burgundy: Special Edition” via a crowdfunding campaign on Gamefound. The campaign quickly achieved its initial funding goal of $20,000, reaching the target in just 3 minutes and 28 seconds. As of now, the project has gathered $672,284 from 4,247 backers, with 13 days remaining in the campaign. “Castles…

Image showcasing the "Swords & Wizardry" game collection by Mythmere Games. It features books like "Book of Forbidden Lore" and "Henggard History & Adventure," alongside Kickstarter exclusives. Text below reads: "EXPANSIONS, MONSTERS, AND MORE!
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Mythmere Games Initiates Kickstarter Campaign for “Swords & Wizardry” Expansion

Mythmere Games has launched a Kickstarter campaign for an expansion to “Swords & Wizardry,” the retro-clone of Original D&D. Titled “Swords & Wizardry: Expansions, Monsters, and More!,” the campaign aims to enhance the game with new features and has already exceeded its funding goal significantly. The campaign has raised $72,770, well beyond the initial $10,000…