Paco Ŝako

A project in The Hague, Netherlands by Felix Albers
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Paco Ŝako is a new form of chess created to be an expression of peace, friendship and collaboration, designed with an exciting gameplay
Backers: 150
Average Pledge Per Backer: €95

Funded: €14,179 of €14,000
Dates: Jul 26th -> Aug 31st (37 days)
Project By: Felix Albers
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Latest News

Last update: Paco Ŝako will receive an award

August 29th - via: kickstarter.com
Dear Backers,  This will probably be the last update before the end of the Kickstarter campaign. Down below I also have a piece of news to share with you. I think we can certainly be proud of what is achieved during this Kickstarter campaign, among... (Read More)

Final of the first Paco Ŝako tournament

August 28th - via: kickstarter.com
You'll need an HTML5 capable browser to see this content. Play Replay with sound Play with sound 00:00 00:00 It was a relatively quick match with a surprising end. Well played by our finalist Mike Hoogland. 5 minutes 17 seconds.   (Read More)

1ste Tournament held

August 26th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi everyone, We could say this is a start. It was a small tournament, but it was good! History is made! LOL It has been very interesting to see how this worked out and it's been a great confirmation of the enjoyable and intriguing gameplay.  16... (Read More)

Paco Ŝako video to convince more people, please share the word!

August 24th - via: kickstarter.com
We’re 7 days from the completion of the campaign and we are within striking distance of reaching the funding goal. To really try to make this work, I realize I have to come up with something special which possibly takes this campaign across the... (Read More)

Review Nox Spellenzolder (with working link)

August 21st - via: kickstarter.com
Hi Everyone, More reviews coming in. This review is from a well known Dutch reviewer Bastiaan Nox (Dutch spoken). Very happy with it. It shows the pieces and the mechanics of the game well. He points out some nice aspects of the game. - It's nice for... (Read More)

Review Nox Spellenzolder

August 21st - via: kickstarter.com
Hi Everyone, More reviews coming in. This review is from a well known Dutch reviewer Bastiaan Nox (Dutch spoken). Very happy with it. It shows the pieces and the mechanics of the game well. He points out some nice aspects of the game. - It's nice... (Read More)

Spiel Essen

August 21st - via: kickstarter.com
Hi everyone, This year I will be attending Spiel Essen. Hope to see you there!   I will update you about the location of my stand.  I will be sharing the stand with Tomoko Kita who made a new design for Shogi.   (Read More)

En Passant

August 18th - via: kickstarter.com
You'll need an HTML5 capable browser to see this content. Play Replay with sound Play with sound 00:00 00:00 En Passant More videos will follow.  It does not happen often. Once you're familiarized with the 4 basic rules, the En Passant rule will... (Read More)

BoardGameGeek entry is made

August 18th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi everyone, The BoardGameGeek entry is made and over the next period I will be adding some more information and images. Finally, Paco Ŝako on BGG Best regards, Felix  (Read More)

Hooray! First Paco Ŝako tournament

August 17th - via: kickstarter.com
Hooray! First tournament is organized during the Kickstarter!  (Read More)

VIDEO: Philosophy & Concept

August 1st - via: kickstarter.com
Hi everyone, I made a video about the philosophy & concept of the game. It just shows some of my thoughts and wishes. Also reflects on the aspect of winning and how I perceive this. I will post it on the campaign page later. Video 1: Philosophy... (Read More)

5 fast Matches at Chess event Amsterdam Roest

July 30th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi everyone,  I have had some questions about the gameplay and I thought for now I will show you some fast games which I played today. It will give a bit of insight and feeling for the game.  video here :-) listen to the man (chess player) who... (Read More)

Working on little films about concept and gameplay!

July 29th - via: kickstarter.com
You'll need an HTML5 capable browser to see this content. Play Replay with sound Play with sound 00:00 00:00 Hi again, I have had many responses and questions about Paco Ŝako.  I want to react on this and started making a film with a reflection... (Read More)

Hi everyone

July 27th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi everyone,  Thank you so much for backing the project! I was planning to launch on Sunday 30th of July and I submitted my project thinking it wouldn't launch immediately. When it launched I was afraid it would not get much attention yet, but... (Read More)

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