Producer: the movie making, story telling card game

A project in Cambridge, MA by Daniel Riles
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Combine actors, characters, and other cards to produce a compelling movie in this strategic, story-telling card game for 3-5 players.
Backers: 131
Average Pledge Per Backer: $32

Funded: $4,171 of $2,000
Dates: Sep 10th -> Oct 10th (30 days)
Project By: Daniel Riles
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Latest News

Shifting the Gears

October 9th - via: kickstarter.com
Dear Producers, Barring an enormous surge here in the final hours, it looks like we are settling in at a bit over $4,000 and 130 backers. This is terrific given that my goal was $2,000 and 100 backers. Thank you all for helping get the project to... (Read More)

Days Turn to Hours

October 7th - via: kickstarter.com
Dear Producers, The countdown timer that showed days from the beginning of this month-long campaign has turned over to hours. At this writing, 55 of those remain until late Thursday night when the campaign ends. The conversion to a new time unit... (Read More)

100 Backers

October 5th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey Producers, One of my primary goals in launching this Kickstarter was to get my game in the hands of 100 people. Though several backers are in for the PnP or putting a few bucks to push this campaign forward, we have passed 100 backers. I am very... (Read More)

Nice Momentum

October 4th - via: kickstarter.com
Hello Producers, I sent out a bunch of emails and prodded social media a bit, and the result is a bit of nice momentum. Often Kickstarter campaigns have a little upswing in the last 48 hours, and I was hoping to build a little momentum going into... (Read More)

$3,000 and closing in on 100 backers

October 3rd - via: kickstarter.com
 Hello Backers, We blew by the $3,000 mark with a pledge upgrade. Thanks Eli! We are closing in on 100 backers, too. I just sent out a final round of personal emails to friends and family. I am very sorry if I accidentally included your name in... (Read More)

One Week

October 2nd - via: kickstarter.com
Hello Producers to be, In the wee hours of Thursday night a week away, actually after the clock passes midnight into Friday, this Kickstarter campaign will end. As the time winds down, I hope to see that bump that occurs in many campaigns, but it... (Read More)

A Quiet Evening at Knight Moves Cafe

October 1st - via: kickstarter.com
Hello Backers! This evening I showcased Producer at Knight Moves Cafe. While there were only two customers who showed up on this damp evening, several good things happened. I got a chance to touch base with Kris, the artist. Devan, the proprietor of... (Read More)

Knight Moves This Evening

October 1st - via: kickstarter.com
Hello Backers, This is a quick reminder that I will be showcasing Producer at Knight Moves Cafe located at 1402 Beacon Street in Brookline this evening between 6 and 10 or so. If you want to see the game in action, feel free to stop by and play a... (Read More)

Sneaking up on $3,000

September 27th - via: kickstarter.com
At 143% backed, we are approaching territory I did not believe would happen. I am very excited for what this means for the game. I am looking into the two part box pricing and will hopefully be able to include that in the game. I didn't add it as a... (Read More)

Showcase at Knight Moves Cafe in Brookline

September 24th - via: kickstarter.com
 Today, I arranged to showcase Producer at Knight Moves Cafe in Brookline on Wednesday, October 1 from about 6-10 PM. That is next week! If you are in the Boston area, come on by and play a round of Producer. If you have any game-playing or... (Read More)

The Midway Point

September 23rd - via: kickstarter.com
Hi Future Producers, We are at the midway point of the campaign and in good shape. At 135% funding, I am very excited about what we can do with this project. Needless to say, additional backers will only make the game better, so please share with... (Read More)

A Big Shout Out

September 21st - via: kickstarter.com
Hello Backers, I am returned from Maker Faire in NYC where I met with the fine folks at the Kickstarter booth and had the opportunity to see the physical examples of many of the projects I have backed or wished I could back. High on the list were... (Read More)

At Maker Faire

September 20th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey all, I stopped by the Kickstarter section of the Maker Faire and saw many of the projects I have either backed or wished I backed. I even got a chance to chat with the folks at the Kickstarter booth. I carried a copy of the game with me and had a... (Read More)

Where Else?

September 17th - via: kickstarter.com
Hello all, Out of the current 69 backers, 25 of you are first time Kickstarter backers. Also, a vast percentage of backers arrived via direct links or Facebook. I have Tweeted once, but I don't really have much of a presence on other social networks.... (Read More)

Unpacking the Cube

September 16th - via: kickstarter.com
I borrowed my wife's rolling cube for Boston FIG, and now it is time to unpack it. When I put the stuff in to take to FIG, I was so much more careful about how I placed it in the crate. Now, I am looking at the results of a tired puppy just throwing... (Read More)

Manufacturing on the Mind

September 15th - via: kickstarter.com
This evening, the Game Makers Guild hosted Sarah Godek from InnerWorkings to talk to us about working with manufacturers. It was a great talk and adds to the growing stack of communication and information gathering about the manufacturing process. ... (Read More)

More FIG and a Special Thanks

September 14th - via: kickstarter.com
All of you backers have combined to make this possible, and I would like to shine a light on the contribution that pushed the campaign to 100% funded. My groggy brain didn't quite grasp the significance of the non-regular dollar amount last night as... (Read More)

Fun and Funded!

September 12th - via: kickstarter.com
Today was AWESOME! Ok, I don't often use caps lock, but today rocked. Kris and I were able to get to the festival at a reasonable hour after having set up last night. Our table really stood out and got rave reviews. Probably the biggest testament to... (Read More)

Almost 75% and BFIG!

September 12th - via: kickstarter.com
Dear Backers, I am so grateful for your support that has put us withing shouting distance of funding this campaign. This has been a thrilling two days. Many of us made some type of game when we were children. I made plenty of paper covered cardboard... (Read More)

Casual Game Crowdfunding: Bomb Squad, 5Pax, and Party Games

September 12th - via: casualgamerevolution.com
This month brings a little bit of everything, including Tasty Minstrel’s first co-op board game, some fun looking party games, a unique cube building game, and 10 micro dice games that fit in one conveniently sized box. There’s definitely something for everyone on Kickstarter this month. (Read More)

65% and Some Avatars

September 11th - via: kickstarter.com
Hello all, What a terrific second day. We are at 65% funding in only two days, and Boston FIG is only two days away! Things are hectic on the Producer front with new cards, props, business cards, and other things arriving daily and even several times... (Read More)

25% and Climbing

September 10th - via: kickstarter.com
Thank you all for jumping on during the first day. Needless to say, I have been working very hard on Producer, and the Kickstarter has been nervous making! You have all done a great job of calming some of those jitters. Upward and onward: Saturday I... (Read More)

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