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Move Over Wicked: Theater-Themed Card Game Koalas On Broadway Is A Kickstarter Box Office Sensation
December 3rd
While Broadway sales have faced challenges in recent years, Koalas on Broadway-a theater-themed trading card game from Arrow Dot Press-is sparking excitement in an unexpected way. Now over 200% funded on Kickstarter , the game has ignited interest among theater fans and gaming enthusiasts, offering a new avenue to introduce Broadway to wider audiences and create renewed excitement for the industry. (Read More)
Nesting utensils use magnets to merge into one aluminum unit
December 3rd
Disposable plastic utensils aren't just eco-unfriendly, they're also flimsy and easy to lose inside gear-filled bags. The Kopak Utensil Set is designed to be a greener and more practical alternative, with a nesting, magnetic-coupling, machined-aluminum design. (Read More)
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The Genki SavePoint is a Fast and Tiny M.2 SSD Enclosure
December 3rd
Earlier this year, Human Things successfully got a batch of handheld gaming accessories backed on Kickstarter, and that included the Genki SavePoint — a tiny M.2 2230 SSD enclosure with a magnetic back and 100-watt pass-through charging. (Read More)
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The Flexbar resurrects the MacBook Pro’s Touch Bar as a standalone device
December 3rd
Apple may have said goodbye to the MacBook Pro’s Touch Bar last year, but a team of four engineers believes the concept deserves a second chance. They’ve created the Flexbar, which is essentially a standalone version of the MBP’s thin touchscreen display that can be used with multiple devices and platforms through a USB connection. (Read More)
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Kickstarter launched to bring Tony Wilson Archive to the public
December 2nd
A Kickstarter is raising funds to support the public launch of the Tony Wilson Archive (TWA), currently housed at the John Rylands Library as part of the British Pop Archive. (Read More)
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First-of-a-kind tech turns your world into easy-to-build Lego models
December 2nd
Create a scale model of your house, turn your dog into a brick replica, gift unique creations to family and friends, or scan sights on vacation to make special 'souvenirs' for when you return home. Countless creations are possible – all you need is the Lego and a smartphone. (Read More)
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Exclusive First-Look at Tomb Raider: The Crypt of Chronos' Lara Croft Miniature Revealed
December 2nd
Iconiq Studios has revealed more details about Tomb Raider: The Crypt of Chronos, including how it compares to the games and what modes players can expect. Furthermore, IGN can exclusively reveal a first look at the Lara Croft miniature that will be included in the game. (Read More)
Kickstarter launched to bring Tony Wilson Archive to the public
December 2nd
A Kickstarter is raising funds to support the public launch of the Tony Wilson Archive (TWA), currently housed at the John Rylands Library as part of the British Pop Archive. (Read More)
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World's first portable battle ropes work 10 muscle groups – without the ropes
December 1st
Following on from a campaign that raised nearly US$350,000 from more than 2,000 backers, innovative fitness gear startup Zest Up – which brought us the first ropeless battle ropes – has fine-tuned its hit debut product and added two more levels to suit everyone from beginners to athletes. (Read More)
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Make My MMO: Star Citizen passes $750M in crowdfunding because y’all have no self-control
November 30th
It’s been over 12 years since Star Citizen’s record-setting Kickstarter, and while the game is still being dragged through alpha, its crowdfunding has only increased: This week, the space MMO passed $750M in total crowdfunding in the middle of its free-fly event as people just can’t seem to stop throwing money at this unfinished game that was originally supposed to launch in 2014. Ahem. (Read More)
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Routinely Itemised: RPGs #285
November 30th
Does your RPG have goblin markets or floating markets? Team Geek Native are just back from an Edinburgh Night Market. I bought rum; let’s see how bad the mistakes are tonight! (Read More)
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GVN Talking Comics Interview: Brian Pulido & Billy Tucci On 'The Deadly Trio: Doomsayer'
November 30th
Recently, we announced the exciting Kickstarter Campaign for The Deadly Trio: Doomsayer #1 (having already exceeded over $50,000 since its opening). Following that announcement, we had a conversation with Jimmy Palmiotti and Amanda Conner, the founders of Paper Films, who are one of the three successful indie publishers involved in this project. Today, we are thrilled to talk to the other creators who have contributed their talents to this unique initiative: Brian Pulido, founder of Coffin Comics and creator of “Lady Death,” and Billy Tucci, founder of Crusade Comics and creator of “Shi.” Let’s welcome them both to GVN Talking Comics! (Read More)
ETOE's newest coke can-sized projector packs a punch
November 29th
Chinese brand ETOE is developing a new, tubular Google TV Full HD smart projector called the Dolphin that’s about the same size as a can of coke. It comes with simple set-up smarts and a powerful battery, and it’s available now via Kickstarter. (Read More)
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Chroma Camera to release glass-lens Click 35mm camera in 2025
November 29th
Since the mid 2010s, Chroma Camera’s Steve Lloyd has been inventing and manufacturing his own range of film cameras in Liverpool in the UK.
The former IT manager turned Chroma Camera into a full-time after a successful Kickstarter for the original 4×5 large-format camera in 2018, and since then he’s added several more medium-format and large-format cameras to the range. He even built a 35mm pinhole camera (the recently discontinued Cube FF). (Read More)
Classic Comics Seek Crowdfunding This Black Friday
November 29th
Shopping for something unconventional this Black Friday? In an interesting coincidence, several crowdfunding campaigns to revive / reprint well-known comic books launched within the same month, and they’re all competing for Kickstarter dollars at the same time. (Read More)
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Bone Is Back In A Deluxe Edition – Kickstarter Now Live | popgeeks.com
November 28th
Remember the Kickstarter for Thorn, Jeff Smith’s college comic strip which had never been completely collected before in a mass-market book? It was just the first in a series of books Smith plans to crowdfund, reprinting his entire life’s work up to this point. The entire Bone saga is up next, to be released in four volumes, each with bonus material never before seen. (Read More)
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Self-Healing Long Range MESH IoT network hits Kickstarter
November 28th
A new Long Range MESH IoT network, powered by LoRa technology, has launched via Kickstarter offering wireless communication tailored for the Internet of Things (IoT). By combining long-range connectivity with a decentralized architecture, this network offers a scalable, resilient, and adaptable solution for a variety of applications. Whether you are developing smart home systems, automating industrial processes, or managing agricultural operations, this technology provides the tools necessary to create efficient and reliable IoT ecosystems. (Read More)
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INAYAH: Life after Gods Kickstarter now live
November 27th
Exogenesis Studio has dropped a brand-new trailer for INAYAH - Life After Gods, their jaw-dropping Metroidvania game set for an early 2025 release, to celebrate the launch of the game’s Kickstarter. Developed by some of the team behind Warhammer 40k: Rogue Trader and Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous, with artistry from Disney and Blizzard alumni, INAYAH will immerse players in a dazzling 2D hand-crafted world as they battle massive bosses in the quest to find Inayah’s lost tribe. (Read More)
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SCUBIC Plus, The Biggest Self-Cleaning Cat Litter Box Surpasses 100% Funding on Kickstarter in Just 5 Hours
November 27th
The SCUBIC Plus, a self-cleaning cat litter box boasting a generous 150L capacity, has captured the attention of pet owners on Kickstarter, achieving 100% funding in just 5 hours. Designed by Valiantx Co., Ltd., this cube-shaped innovation aims to tackle common issues faced by cat owners, from litter loss to odor management, while offering enhanced comfort for cats of all breeds and sizes. (Read More)
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Free STL and preview: Sol'Kesh Ynnil
November 27th
Last week, the talented Terry Maranda spilled the beans on how COVID and speculative evolution creature design led to a 5e bestiary.
Frankly, the whole Sol’Kesh project has been a pleasing eye-opener to me on what can be done with speculative evolution. There’s a week left to run on the Kickstarter, so before we share our exclusive Ynnil STL files and preview, here’s a reminder. (Read More)
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New 'Heavy Metal' Hits Kickstarter
November 26th
A new group has taken on the mantle of Heavy Metal magazine and is crowdfunding the first issue of the new version on Kickstarter, with a limited retailer tier. (Read More)
Raspberry Pi-powered Pilet 5 and Pilet 7 handheld computers coming soon to Kickstarter
November 26th
SoulScircuit’s Pilet line of computers are handheld PCs powered by a Raspberry Pi 5 and featuring retro-inspired designs with beige, orange, black, and grey color schemes. The Pilet 7 is a modular tablet computer with a 7 inch display an add-on slot that lets you connect a keyboard, game controller, or other accessories. And the Pilet 5 is a more compact version with a 5 inch screen and a built-in keyboard. (Read More)
40 years later: The DC Heroes RPG returns
November 26th
Cryptozoic Entertainment has crowdfunded a 40th-anniversary reissue of the DC Heroes Role-Playing Game.
In the original 1985 game, characters could be Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman and other iconic heroes to take on the likes of Brainiac, Lex, The Joker and Sinestro. The Kickstarter runs until December 18th; you can join in or read more. (Read More)
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