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Pandasaurus Games, in collaboration with Catch Up Games, has revealed plans to introduce “Courtisans” to the US market. Scheduled for release in May 2024, “Courtisans” represents a new addition to the board gaming community, designed to offer a competitive and engaging gameplay experience. Designed by Romaric Galonnier and Anthony Perone, with art by Noëmie Chevalier,…
KessCo has announced a licensing agreement with Toei Animation to create a new line of products based on the beloved anime series One Piece and Digimon. This partnership comes as both franchises celebrate their 25th anniversaries, with plans to launch tabletop games and outdoor toys designed for release between 2024 and 2025. The collaboration will…
Modiphius Entertainment Ltd. has announced the acquisition of rights to produce tabletop games based on Terry Pratchett’s Discworld series. This development coincides with the 40th anniversary of “The Colour of Magic,” the first book in the iconic series, signaling a new chapter in the saga’s legacy. Modiphius plans to introduce a tabletop roleplaying game set…
Trick or Treat Studios has initiated a Kickstarter campaign for “House of 1000 Corpses – the GAME!”, a new tabletop game that has rapidly exceeded its funding goal. With an initial target of US$ 5,000, the campaign has raised US$ 29,039 with the support of 407 backers and still has 29 days left until it…
Steamforged Games, known for its adaptations of video games into tabletop formats, in partnership with Jagex, the developer behind the RuneScape series, have released two new tabletop games: “RuneScape Kingdoms: The Roleplaying Game” and “RuneScape Kingdoms: Shadow of Elvarg,” a board game. These games are now available for purchase through Amazon, Steamforged, the RuneScape merchandise…
“Cascadia: Rolling,” a new flip-and-roll-and-write game is making a splash on Kickstarter. Designed by Randy Flynn and brought to life by the illustrations of Beth Sobel, this game is the latest creation from the team at Flatout Games, known for their previous hit, Cascadia. With 37 days left in the campaign, it has already garnered…
PIKA Games has launched a Kickstarter campaign for their latest board game, FLOE, which has quickly exceeded its funding goal. Initially set at $81,400, the campaign has amassed over $194,101 from 1,677 backers, with 20 days remaining until its conclusion on March 19. FLOE is described as an adventure-strategy game that challenges players to navigate…
Uchibacoya, the Japanese board game publisher, has announced the initiation of its crowdfunding campaign for “Ostia Pirates” on February 27th at 7 AM ET. This expansion introduces an adventurous setting in the ancient Roman port of Ostia, focusing on the challenges of piracy and trade. Designed for 2 to 4 players, “Ostia Pirates” adds to…
he Cardboard Edison Award has officially announced its 2024 finalists, spotlighting a diverse array of unpublished board game designs. With 339 entries received this year, marking a significant increase from the previous year, the competition underscores the growing interest and innovation in the board game community globally. This year’s finalists, selected from submissions hailing from…
Renegade Game Studios has just announced an exciting opportunity for board game enthusiasts to dive back into history with the launch of pre-orders for “Ezra and Nehemiah”, the newest creation from the acclaimed minds at Garphill Games. This latest venture invites players to immerse themselves in the ancient city of Jerusalem, offering a unique blend…
Glass Cannon Unplugged, known for creating Frostpunk: The Board Game and Apex LegendsTM: The Board Game, in collaboration with Techland, is gearing up to launch a Kickstarter campaign for Dying Light: The Board Game. This new venture brings the popular parkour-survival video game to the tabletop, offering fans a chance to support the project starting…
Gale Force Nine (GF9) has revealed a strategic partnership with crowdfunding platform Gamefound to launch three new projects over the next two years. This collaboration builds on the success of their previous joint venture, Firefly The Game: 10th Anniversary Collector’s Edition, which garnered over $3.5 million from enthusiastic backers. The partnership aims to further explore…
Plaid Hat Games has just announced a new venture into the crowdfunding arena. This summer, Kickstarter will be the launchpad for “Wandering Galaxy: A Crossroads Game,” marking a first for the company as they venture into crowdfunding for game development. “Wandering Galaxy” thrusts players into the vast expanse of space, adding a thrilling new chapter…
Haunted Mill Games has officially announced the release of “Story Of Many,” a cooperative fantasy, open-world adventure board game designed for 1-4 players. The game introduces an expansive narrative and a unique gaming experience, focusing on exploration, storytelling, and combat. “Story Of Many” features over 400,000 words of adventure text, offering players a deep dive…
Incredible Dream, in collaboration with game designer Kevin Wilson, has unveiled plans to release a remastered edition of the game “A Gentle Rain.” This updated version is scheduled for release on June 4, 2025, and will be available through the game’s official website https://agentlerain.com and at select retail locations. Additionally, a special “Bloom Edition” will…
Temple Gates, in collaboration with Rio Grande Games, has released the Dominion boardgame app, now available for free on iOS, Android, and Steam. This app is the digital adaptation of the classic deck-building card game, Dominion, renowned for pioneering the deck-building genre and inspiring numerous games with its core mechanics. Dominion has been a staple…
Manchester’s own Steamforged Games has hit a significant milestone as it celebrates ten years of innovative gaming experiences. To kick off a promising 2024, the company premiered a special video that not only marks a decade of success but also outlines an ambitious roadmap for new projects and releases. Founders Mat Hart and Rich Loxam…
Corvus Belli, the creative minds behind the acclaimed Infinity universe, has just shifted gears with their latest release – REM Racer. This new racing board game, designed for 2 to 5 players, promises to inject an extra dose of adrenaline into game nights starting February 1. Set in the vibrant and dynamic Infinity universe, REM…
The Kickstarter campaign for “EVE: War for New Eden,” a board game adaptation of the beloved MMO EVE Online, has rapidly gained momentum, significantly exceeding its funding goal. As of today, the project has attracted $209,509 in pledges, well above its initial $54,377 target. With 961 backers and 27 days left in the campaign, which…
Glass Cannon Unplugged has announced the launch of a Kickstarter campaign for Dying Light: The Board Game, scheduled for Tuesday, February 27, 2025. This project marks the adaptation of the Dying Light video game series into a board game format, aimed at fans of both mediums. The game, designed by Przemysław Zub and Bartosz Tomala,…
Osprey Publishing has launched “Sankoré: The Pride of Mansa Musa,” a new dynamic board game designed by Fabio Lopiano and Mandela Fernandez-Grandon, with illustrations by Ian O’Toole. Aimed at players aged 14 and above, this mid-weight eurogame is set in 14th-century Timbuktu and revolves around the prestigious University of Sankoré. In “Sankoré: The Pride of…
The Kickstarter campaign for “Metrorunner,” a strategy board game set in a gritty cyberpunk city, has captivated the community, already surpassing its goal with $44,982 pledged by 832 backers. With 19 days still remaining and an end date of February 7, the game invites players to hack into the challenging underworld of Mirror City. Developed…
Funko, Inc. and Goliath have announced a significant partnership. Under this agreement, Goliath will become the exclusive worldwide distributor for Funko’s collection of games and puzzles, which are marketed under the Funko Games brand. Additionally, the deal includes Goliath’s acquisition of assets from Funko’s board game development studio, formerly known as Forrest-Pruzan Creative, as well…
FryxGames has initiated a Kickstarter campaign for their latest creation, “Fate: Defenders of Grimheim,” a cooperative adventure board game set in the realm of Norse mythology. The project, with an initial goal of $10,870, has surpassed expectations, currently standing at $33,360, backed by 336 supporters. The campaign, which concludes on February 2, beckons players to…
Itten, a Japanese board game studio, has announced its upcoming Kickstarter campaign to introduce two new English editions of “TOKYO HIGHWAY Rainbow City.” Scheduled to run from January 23 to mid-February 2024, the campaign will feature an expansion and an upgraded edition of the original board game, aiming to provide enthusiasts with an enriched city-building…
In a spectacular show of support from fans, Masters of the Universe: The Board Game – Clash for Eternia by CMON has hit Gamefound, achieving its funding goal in a mere 3 minutes and 3 seconds. The original campaign, a resounding success, is now making a triumphant return, offering fans in the UK, Europe, Africa,…
In a high-stakes journey through the gritty underworld of 20th-century New York City, “Omertà: The Five Families” has surged past expectations on Kickstarter, with a remarkable $40,312 pledged by 480 backers, surpassing the initial $10,000 goal. With 11 days remaining, the game is set to conclude its campaign on January 27. A Glimpse into Omertà:…
Steamforged Games, a renowned creator and publisher of tabletop games, has announced a significant partnership with Lucky Duck Games, a specialist in the localization of games. This collaboration aims to bring some of Steamforged Games’ most popular titles to a global audience in a variety of languages. Steamforged Games is known for its innovative approach…
Fort Circle’s innovative board game, “Votes for Women,” dedicated to the women’s suffrage movement and the ratification of the Nineteenth Amendment, has achieved a remarkable milestone. Following its initial success, the game is now set for a second printing, a testament to its widespread acclaim and popularity. Having raised over $13,399 on Kickstarter so far,…
A New Gaming Adventure from the Creators of Dodos Riding Dinos Detestable Games has launched its latest family-friendly board game, “Party Panda Pirates,” on Kickstarter. Inspired by the joyous spirit of Mario Party, this game has already captured the hearts of backers, surpassing its initial goal of US$ 10,000 with an impressive US$ 23,770 pledged…
