We recently had the pleasure to chat with XYZ Game Labs’ Adam McCrimmon, creator of the recent Kickstarter hit Inoka.

XYZ Game Labs is dedicated to creating family-friendly games featuring original properties. They’ve successfully funded 2 games via Kickstarter including RobotLab: The Card Game and Inoka. Both are great options for anyone looking to get into tabletop gaming.

I picked up a copy of Inoka at Gen Con 2018, and highly recommend it to those looking for a fun and accessible game featuring amazing art.

You can pick up a copy today through their BackerKit pre-order store.

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During Gen Con 2018, we got to chat with Mantic Games‘ Rob Burman to learn more about Hellboy: The Board Game. We discussed how Mantic Games harnesses the power of crowdfunding to bring their games to life. We also discovered what it was like collaborating with original Hellboy creator Mike Mignola for their latest project.

Mantic Games has successfully funded 15+ tabletop games on Kickstarter to date partnering with BackerKit on the last 4. For years Mantic Games has been dedicated to making games featuring detailed miniatures building a dedicated community along the way.

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The Exploding Kittens booth at Gen Con 2018 was unlike anything I’ve ever seen at a convention. Large crowds surrounded an extremely large kitten display that attendees had to interact with to make a purchase. Just like the game, it was inventive, fun, and highly entertaining.

I was lucky enough to chat with Exploding Kittens’ rad Branding and Marketing Manager Witt Godden to learn more about the game, and get some sage crowdfunding and community building advice along the way.

Head to the official Exploding Kittens website and get the game that raised over $8 million on Kickstarter. While you’re there, check out their other equally awesome games Bears vs Babies and You’ve Got Crabs.

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**NEW Expansion Feudum: Rudders and Ramparts LIVE on Kickstarter**

During Gen Con 2018, I had the pleasure to sit down with tabletop game designer Mark Swanson, creator of the recent Kickstarter hit Feudum. We discussed his crowdfunding experience, how he keeps his community engaged, and why people feel the need to flip the Monopoly board when they lose!

Visit the Odd Bird Games Store today and order a copy of Feudum, its various expansions, and some excellent in-game accessories. Trust me when I say you need to see this game in person to fully appreciate its design.

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During Gen Con 2018, we hosted a panel called Engaging Your True Fans Between Projects featuring expert creators sharing advice and trading stories about their crowdfunding experience. Specifically, how to build your community and keep them engaged before, during, and after your you launch your Kickstarter project.

Our lineup of experienced panelists:

Isaac Childres – Cephalofair Games (Gloomhaven)
Maya Coleman – Community Manager for Secret Hitler and Trogdor!! The Board Game
James Hudson – Druid City Games (The Grimm Forest, Sorcerer City)
Mark Swanson – Odd Bird Games (Feudum)
Tammie Webb Ryan – Monte Cook Games (Numenera, The Strange)

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The BackerKit team has been having a blast exploring the aisles at Gen Con 2018. We’ve visited hundreds of epic booths meeting amazing tabletop game creators who’ve all brought their games to life through crowdfunding.

Here’s a handful of cool booths we visited featuring game makers who use crowdfunding to build their community and fund their games.Cephalofair Games (Gloomhaven, Founders of Gloomhaven)
See Isaac Childres at our Gen Con Panel Saturday at 5pm
Booth #250

There’s no denying the impact Gloomhaven and Founders of Gloomhaven has when it comes to crowdfunding and building a dedicated community. We’re excited to hear founder Isaac Childres talk about his experience engaging his community of followers at our Gen Con Panel Saturday at 5pm.
CMON (Zombicide, Rising Sun, HATE)
Booth #415

The CMON presence here at Gen Con 2018 is massive! Fans from all over the world head straight to their booth to experience the latest and greatest CMON has to offer. It was a blast seeing fan favorites like Zombicide and Rising Sun. And I was completely mesmerized while watching a group play A Song of Fire & Ice. There’s a reason people flock to this booth. CMON consistently makes epic games using the power of Kickstarter to build and engage their community.Greenbrier Games (Folklore: The Affliction, Helios Expanse)
Booth #637

I enjoyed my time at the Greenbrier Games booth. There was a huge variety of games to play and it was great getting some hands-on time with Helios Expanse. Every game I’ve played from Greenbrier Games has been a blast and features some truly awesome artwork.Kingdom Death: Monster
Booth #3003, 3009

We love creator Adam Poots who has been building his community on Kickstarter for years. He’s crafted one of the most gorgeous and intricate tabletop games I’ve ever seen with Kingom Death: Monster. And no matter how overstuffed his booth gets, or how many fans are trying to to get his attention, he’s always happy to say hi and talk shop. A great leader and role model for the crowdfunding community.Lay Waste Games (Dragoon, Human Era)
Booth #2831

The Lay Waste Games booth is always a blast to visit. The staff is rad, the games are gorgeous and fun to play, and the swag table is brimming with awesome extras like pins and stickers. From Dragoon to the upcoming Human Era, there’s a lot to be excited about with Lay Waste Games. Leder Games (Vast, Root)
Pre-Order Vast: The Mysterious Manor
Booth #3043

This week we received our copies of Root: A Game of Woodland Might and Right AND got to visit the popular Leder Games booth here at Gen Con. It’s a good time to be a gamer and Leder Games always delivers a fun experience with wonderfully striking art design. If you’re at Gen Con and missed the Kickstarter campaign, get to their booth fast to secure a copy of Root.North Star Games (Evolution)
Booth #2311, 2437

There were some epic gameplay sessions happening at the North Star Games booth this year at Gen Con. It was a blast watching people play Evolution and Evolution: Climate. Another great example of a game company that perfectly balances fun gameplay experiences with solid art design. Just one look at their booth and I could tell that fans were having a great time.Odd Bird Games (Feudum)
Pre-Order Feudum: The Queen’s Army
Booth #271

I was lucky enough to catch a gameplay session with Feudum creator Mark Swanson and see this game in action for the first time. I was floored by the art design and mesmerized by the intricate game board. Odd Bird Games has delivered a great game with Feudum. Stay tuned to the BackerKit blog for an in-depth interview with Mark and see him at our Gen Con Panel on Saturday.

If you’re at Gen Con on Saturday at 5pm, be sure to reserve a FREE ticket to our crowdfunding panel featuring experienced tabletop game creators. Check out our full lineup!

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Gen Con 2018 is fast approaching taking place in Indianapolis from August 2nd-5th. For more than 50 years Gen Con has been among the largest gaming conferences in the world. The event will be packed with panels featuring industry experts, fierce gaming competitions, art shows, cosplay contests, and even a few weddings for those who want to join in and celebrate. It’s a powerful display of this creative and dedicated community.

We’re excited to announce BackerKit will be going all out this year offering creators and fans alike some great opportunities to connect, share stories, trade advice, and play some games. Here are some highlights you should factor into your schedule:

Visit Us at the First Exposure Playtest Hall

This year at Gen Con, BackerKit will be located in the First Exposure Playtest Hall. Please stop by if you’re interested in learning more about what we do or want to pick up some awesome BackerKit swag designed by Lay Waste Games’ Nick Nazzaro. 

Be sure to mark us on your map and come ask us about our Gen Con 2018 party!

Attend Our Crowdfunding Panel

We’ll be hosting a panel called “Engaging Your True Fans Between Projects” on Saturday at 5pm at Lucas Oil Meeting Room 10.

We’ll be discussing the best strategies for cultivating a community of fans for your game, identifying your most ardent supporters, & keeping them engaged and excited about your forthcoming projects.

Our lineup of experienced guests includes:

Isaac Childres – Cephalofair Games (Gloomhaven)
Tammie Webb Ryan – Monte Cook Games (Numenera, The Strange)
James Hudson – Druid City Games (The Grimm Forest, Sorcerer City)
Maya Coleman – Community Manager for Secret Hitler and Trogdor!! The Board Game
Mark Swanson – Odd Bird Games (Feudum)

Get your tickets today!

I always look forward to this time of year to celebrate my favorite game designers who make all those epic game nights possible. We’re looking forward to joining 60,000+ people who all feel the same way.

Stay tuned to the BackerKit blog and social channels for our Gen Con 2018 coverage. And stay up-to-date with detailed crowdfunding guides and creator interviews through our Community Newsletter.

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