From Greek mythology and upgraded exhibitions to epic rose gardens in this month’s crowdfunding picks
Welcome to our monthly Crowdfunding Picks! We’re once again shining a spotlight on the tabletop gaming campaigns that have caught our eye – whether they’re gearing up to launch, live on a platform or in late pledge/pre-order. Rather than a scattershot approach, we’re focusing on the projects we genuinely think deserve your attention – from exciting TTRPGs and inventive board games to clever card games and more.
Below, you’ll find a quick explanation of what makes each project stand out, as well as an explanation of why we’re excited about them. Whether it’s a concept we can’t wait to see brought to life or a stunning presentation or unique gameplay elements, click through to learn more and support these clever creators.
Publisher/Creator: PixelManta
Status: LIVE NOW!
What they say: “A two-player, shared-deck card game featuring mythological creatures and Greek Gods that takes minutes to learn and play!”
Why we like it: If your trip to see The Odyssey in cinemas has left you with a Greek mythology itch, scratch it with this strategic card game.
Publisher/Creator: Sinister Fish Games
Status: Launching Soon
What they say: “Curate the most amazing paleontology exhibition in the English edition of this acclaimed strategy game… featuring a number of upgraded components and refinements over the original German edition.”
Why we like it: “Anytime you use the localisation of a game from another language to upgrade it at the same time, which Fossilium is doing with its component enhancements, that’s a win!”
Publisher/Creator: Darryl Jones
Status: LIVE NOW!
What they say: “The ultimate, deadly monster manual for 5e. Rend World is a planet that has already been destroyed. The monsters that remain are visceral, deadly and defy expectations.”
Why we like it: With over 200 original monsters, unique biomes and boss lairs, you can populate your D&D game with unique challenges, while adding beastly player options.
Publisher/Creator: Uchibacoya
Status: LIVE NOW!
What they say: “A rosy game of gardening by Totsuca Chuo and Higabito. Run your own rose garden – manage, grow, hybridise and deliver your beautiful blooms with your cute garden robots!”
Why we like it: This unashamedly heavyweight title is a great action-selection Eurogame where your trusty care robots tend your garden, reminding us of the classic sci-fi movie Silent Running.
Publisher/Creator: Paper Fort Games
Status: Backed! Pre-order Now
What they say: “Official tabletop adaption of hit videogame Cult of the Lamb. Crusade and build your cult in this 1-4-player worker-placement game!” Why we like it: As you crusade through dungeons, managing your followers and building your cult, you’ll discover that this tabletop version of the hit video game is packed with the same dark humour and unmistakable style.
Publisher/Creator: Sordane Publishing
Status: LIVE NOW!
What they say: “Aldarra is a lightweight and fast-paced 4x strategy game that focuses on the eXterminate! Less up keeping and more of a fun paced, shorter run time, 4x game that you can finish in a single game session! This packed expansion brings you brand new ways to play!” Why we like it: Not only is Aldarra: New Empire a brand-new expansion box for Aldarra, it’s also a complete reprinting of the original game.
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