Brave New Worlds: A Race for Discovery!

A project in Chicago, IL by Mickey McDonald
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A strategic tile-discovery game incorporating every explored world in the Solar System, from Asteroids to Ice Giants.
Backers: 233
Average Pledge Per Backer: $107

Funded: $24,835 of $24,000
Dates: Apr 16th -> May 16th (30 days)
Project By: Mickey McDonald
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Latest News

Guys... at the last minute we got a patron who put us over the edge! More to follow soon

May 16th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey everyone, Well, that was unexpected! I got woken up a few minutes ago by a text from an old friend saying he wanted to make sure this project became a reality. So... it looks like we're going to fund!  I will post more details later, but wanted... (Read More)

Another update about where we're going

May 14th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi everyone, So we have just over 2 days remaining in this campaign, and we've raised nearly $14k from 187 backers who want to see Brave New Worlds become a reality. I think I probably sound like a broken record at this point, but I have to say again... (Read More)

Important update! Thank-you gifts, where we're at, and where we're going

May 5th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi everyone, So, a have a few exciting things to talk about. First, I want to give you an update about where we're at. We've crossed 10k funding, and that's amazing! I'm so happy with the support this project has generated. But, as you know, this is... (Read More)

Buzz Aldrin's editorial in today's Washington Post... you should read it!

May 2nd - via: kickstarter.com
 Hey everyone, Usually when I post an update it's to let you know about progress on the design of a new component, or a new funding milestone we've reached. Tomorrow I *will* be posting an update like that, because I have some exciting news about a... (Read More)

Five new worlds! An update on the companion book

April 28th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey everyone, Just a quick update today. Obviously there's a ton of work that goes into running a successful kickstarter. Building a great game, finding an amazing artist, play-testing, soliciting feedback, going through design iterations... that's a... (Read More)

New player reference card designs! And 33% of the way to our goal, it's been a good week :)

April 24th - via: kickstarter.com
Can you believe it's only been 1 week? We've accomplished a ton in a really short amount of time, and for that I'm so grateful. And I wanted to post a quick update on where we're at, creatively and funding-target wise. Last time I posted an update it... (Read More)

Let's talk about the Space Shuttle... (oh, and we broke $7k! Amazing!)

April 20th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi everyone, So, I made this game with a few different goals in mind. First, I wanted to make something that was just plain fun, something that used some unique mechanics and looked really beautiful. That was my first priority. But second, I wanted... (Read More)

We're past 25%! Let's keep the momentum going :)

April 18th - via: kickstarter.com
Okay, I don't want to start every update with "thank you all so much", but it still feels appropriate, so... thank you all so much!  This has been a great start to this campaign - it's only been 2 days and we've already raised 25% of our goal. That... (Read More)

Amazing! After 12 hours we've cruised past 5k - thank you everyone for your support!

April 16th - via: kickstarter.com
Guys... this is really wonderful to see. I want to thank everyone here from the bottom of my heart for supporting this project. Brave New Worlds has been my exclusive free-time obsession for the past 2 years, and in the back of my mind for a lot... (Read More)

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