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Walker's Retreat: The Business: The Only Game Comparable to AD&D1e Gets a 2e
October 29th
Macris recently finished the second edition of Adventurer, Conqueror, King and those PDFs are in the backers' hands now. They'll be widely available soon, and print will follow, but Macris isn't finished yet. I'll let Black Lodge Games explain. (Read More)
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It's Time for the Treasure Tome
October 28th
The first sourcebook for ACKS II system, the ACKS II Treasure Tome is a 256-page compendium of over 1,000 brand-new magic items for old-school fantasy campaigns. Designed with all the rigorous detail and careful study expected of the Adventurer Conqueror King System Imperial Imprint, the ACKS II Treasure Tome is easily adapted for use with other D20-based fantasy RPGs such as North Wind Adventure's Hyberborea, OSR Publishing's Dragonslayer, and the Arcane Library's Shadowdark. (Read More)
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Routinely Itemised: RPGs #280
October 26th
Howdy, it’s well past the witching hour and into the weekend here in Scotland. However, no fear, here’s the weekly summary of RPG news. (Read More)
‘Maps Softcover Workbooks 5 & 6’ Kickstarter Coming SOON! – Laidback DM
October 25th
MAPS For FANTASY RPGs Workbook 5 & 6 are 128-page softcover books/PDFs with 20 full color, hand drawn, grid and grid-less maps from the MAPS FOR FANTASY RPGs 5 & 6 Digital Maps Packages and include spaces to name maps, stock dungeons and/or add notes as you run players through your adventures! (Read More)
My Time at Evershine Kickstarter Reaches $2.5 Million Stretch Goal — This is the Only Way to Get Early Access
October 25th
Pathea Games' My Time franchise has been extremely successful. With My Time at Portia and My Time at Sandrock setting a great precedent for the series, the team looks forward to their newest — and thus far, highly successful — release: My Time at Evershine. (Read More)
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ICv2: 'Empire Builder: Europe' Hits Kickstarter
October 25th
Empire Builder: Europe, originally designed by Darwin Bromley, Steve Courtemanche, and Larry Roznai and released as Eurorails, was first published back in 1990 by Mayfair Games. The classic game has now returned for a crowdfunding campaign via the new and improved Mayfair Games through its Kickstarter arm Mr. B Games and a partnership with Darwin Toys (see "'Empire Builder Series' Returns"). (Read More)
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Time Is Running Out to Support YesWelder's Groundbreaking Firstess DP200!
October 25th
With just days left, the buzz around YesWelder's revolutionary Firstess DP200 is growing, and now's your last chance to get in on this incredible opportunity. The record-breaking Kickstarter campaign, which has captured the welding community's attention, ends in just three days. (Read More)
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Esin Akan’s 6-in-1 Leather Handbag Hits 300% of Kickstarter Goal
October 24th
Esin Akan, the award-winning designer known for her luxury handbags, has successfully launched her bestselling 6-in-1 Wimbledon Olive Leather Handbag on Kickstarter. The project has hit 300% of its funding goal in just 3 days, underscoring the massive demand for sustainable luxury bags that combine style, functionality, and affordability. The campaign will run until Monday, November 25, offering backers an opportunity to secure this innovative bag at a special price. (Read More)
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Double-duty bike pump stashes a multitool inside its handle
October 24th
In order to perform trailside repairs, mountain bikers and gravel bikers need at least two things: a multitool and a compact pump. That's where the Daysaver Incredible Pump comes in, as it's a little pump that accommodates a tool (or two!) within its hollow handle. (Read More)
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Korin launches new Anti-theft Backpack for Every Photographer
October 24th
Thew new Korin Anthi-theft Backpack is available for preorder at Kickstarter. (Read More)
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'Star Citizen' Spin-Off 'Squadron 42' Shaping Up To Be Just As Much Of A Money Dump As Main Game As Cloud Imperium Games Delays Single Player Title To 2026
October 24th
In a move that will surprise few, developer Cloud Imperium has announced yet another delay for their long-awaited, single-player Star Citizen spin-off Squadron 42. (Read More)
The Widow's Web: Trials of the Drow Passes 400% Funding on Kickstarter
October 24th
Newcomers Eight-Legged Entertainment have launched a Kickstarter to fund a PvE/PvP styled roleplaying adventure for D&D. Players take on the roles of Drow competing to be the last standing in a series of three stand-alone adventures, in The Widow’s Web: Trials of the Drow. The project is over 400% funded and you can reserve a copy of the hardcover (with PDF) for a pledge of $60.00 or grab just the PDF for a pledge of $30.00 through November 22nd. Expected delivery is next July for the PDF and next October for the physical book. (Read More)
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A fan, a heater, a Bluetooth speaker, a wireless charger and a lamp are all one Homiffi device
October 23rd
On the Kickstarter platform, Homiffi is a multifunctional device designed to ensure comfortable sleep and relaxation. It can work as a fan or heater, maintaining the temperature in the range from 20 to 30 ° C, with the possibility of cool blowing in five modes. The radius of action is 3 meters, which allows you to place it at some distance from the bed. (Read More)
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LeafyPod Launches on Kickstarter: Revolutionizing Smart Homes with Tech-Forward Plant Care Solutions
October 23rd
LeafyPod, a lifestyle company at the intersection of smart home automation and well-being, announces the launch of its AI-powered smart planter on Kickstarter. LeafyPod is a modern, tech-forward solution to plant care, making it effortless to enjoy the benefits of indoor plants, even for the busiest individuals. Set to revolutionize the way people engage with nature, LeafyPod will begin delivering in Spring 2025. (Read More)
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The Day Before Dev Cancels New Game's Kickstarter and Immediately Announces Another Project
October 23rd
Controversial development studio Fntastic, best known for the now-defunct survival game The Day Before, has announced it is canceling its Kickstarter project for Escape Factory to begin work on a new prop hunt game known as ITEMS. While the studio is best known for the massively controversial title, The Day Before, Fntastic had previously launched Propnight, a popular multiplayer hide-and-seek game on Steam. (Read More)
Creators Wanted! ‘MAKE Roanoke’ hosting Kickstarter event at Golden Cactus Brewing
October 23rd
A new non-profit in Roanoke is gearing up to hit the ground running with a kickstarting event on October 24. If you’re an artist, engineer, and/or hobbyist you might want to stop by the MAKE Roanoke Kickstarter at Golden Cactus Brewing between 6:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. on Thursday. MAKE Roanoke is a non-profit organization for people to meet, create, share, and bring their ideas to life in a “makerspace” that provides access to tools and training and “promotes equity through access.” (Read More)
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'Half Truth: Second Guess' Is a Worthy Follow-Up
October 23rd
Four years ago, Jeopardy host Ken Jennings and Magic: The Gathering creator Richard Garfield teamed up to create Half Truth, a trivia game with a twist. I reviewed the game back then and gave it our GeekDad Approved seal of approval, so when the publisher reached out asking if I would take a look at the second incarnation of the game, I was excited to see what they might have done with it. Thankfully, it’s a worthy follow-up to the original. (Read More)
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Terry Pratchett's Discworld RPG: Adventures in Ankh-Morpork Passes $1.6 Million in Crowdfunding
October 23rd
Currently burning up Kickstarter is Terry Pratchett’s Discworld RPG: Adventures in Ankh-Morpork from Modiphius Entertainment. The roleplaying game will transport players to the beloved fantasy Discworld and allow them to create whatever characters they desire. The project has passed the $1.6 million mark and you can reserve a copy of the core rulebook (with PDF) for a pledge of approximately $65.00 or grab a trio of PDFs for a pledge of approximately $52.00 through November 7th. Expected delivery on the PDFs is next June with the physical books to follow in August. (Read More)
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