DarkSpace - Sci-Fi Rules for Shadowdark
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Journey into the shadows and darkness of science fiction for fortune and glory!
Backers: 1093
Average Pledge Per Backer: $87
Funded: $95,049 of $15,000
Dates: Nov 11th -> Dec 11th (30 days)
Project By: DMing the World Press
Backers: 1093
Average Pledge Per Backer: $87
Funded: $95,049 of $15,000
Dates: Nov 11th -> Dec 11th (30 days)
Project By: DMing the World Press
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Last Updated: December 11 @ 13:03 -0500 GMT
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Latest News
An Unbelievable Voyage. Thank You.
December 11th - via: kickstarter.com
Thank you, Spacers. We could not have reached this level of success without the support of a fantastic community around us. If you were one of our Pioneer supporters in January or you just discovered us today, thank you. The Spacer community is the... (Read More)
$90k Stretch Goal Unlocked! The Ghost of a Dead World is Here!
December 11th - via: kickstarter.com
Thank you Spacers! You got us there! All 12 of the Legendary Denizens are now unlocked and will be included in the DarkSpace rulebook along with their accompanying artwork. The Ghost of a Dead Planet by Kelsey Dionne"A watcher? A guardian? A... (Read More)
1000 Backers!
December 10th - via: kickstarter.com
The DarkSpace Crew is officially 1000 strong! Thank you all so much for this fantastic show of support! We have 16 hours to go, and we're a little over 5k away from unlocking our last stretch goal from Kelsey Dionne! That's just an extra $6 on your... (Read More)
24 Hours to Go!
December 10th - via: kickstarter.com
What a stellar push yesterday, Spacers! You unlocked The Traveller by Marc Miller and have brought us within striking distance of Kelsey Dionne's Ghost of a Dead Planet! NOW IS THE TIME! Engines at full throttle, weapons at the ready, ALL HANDS ON... (Read More)
The Traveller is here! 40 Hours to Go and $80k Stretch Goal Unlocked!
December 9th - via: kickstarter.com
The Traveller is HERE!The Traveller artwork by David Venegas"I have watched a thousand worlds burn. I will watch a thousand more. This world is no different." Spacers, you did it! You brought Marc Miller to DarkSpace. We are so grateful to you all... (Read More)
New Add-On: Legends of DarkSpace Adventure Anthology!
December 9th - via: kickstarter.com
Spacers, we are thrilled to announce a surprise add-on! Legends of DarkSpace Cover art by Jeff WittyLegends of DarkSpace - Legendary Adventure Anthology ($10)Several of our Legendary Creators were gracious enough to give us adventures and... (Read More)
72 Hours to go! Final Stretch Goals Revealed!
December 8th - via: kickstarter.com
Spacers! We're on final approach!! Thank you all for making this journey so unbelievably successful. We have two Stretch Goals that we really want to hit because of the amazing creators behind them, but even if we don't, you all have absolutely... (Read More)
900 Backers and 500% Funded! Thank You!
December 8th - via: kickstarter.com
This post is for backers only. Please visit Kickstarter.com and log in to read. (Read More)
$70k Stretch Goal Unlocked + Livestreams!
December 2nd - via: kickstarter.com
Attention Spacers! We just passed another massive milestone! Thank you so much for staying with us and pushing this voyage even further! With this milestone, we can now add Ed Stark's Metaformer to the book! The MetaformerThe Metaformer is a... (Read More)
Cruising Speed and Collision Course! Game Jam and a Shadow Crawler Carnage Live Play!
November 30th - via: kickstarter.com
Spacers, we are at cruising speed at this point! We're continuing to ramp up towards the next stretch goal, but we'd like to bump it up to a higher Warp Speed! Boost the signal and fire up the reactors! Please get the word out to everyone you know so... (Read More)
Thanksgiving Signals and Artists Spotlight!
November 27th - via: kickstarter.com
We hope all of our U.S. Spacers are having a happy Thanksgiving holiday but no matter where you are we are thankful for you. Nearly 800 backers in two weeks! We could not have imagined it when we started this voyage. We are also incredibly thankful... (Read More)
How to Add Add-Ons and the DarkSpace AMA Livestream!
November 24th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi Spacers, Than here! Managing Pledges for Add-OnsJust wanted to give you a quick tip about adding add-ons to your pledge. We've had lots of folks message how they can't add the dice. Here's a quick video from ComixLaunch showing you how to do that.... (Read More)
60k Stretch Goal Unlocked! Chapter 4, DarkSpace Dice, and Legendary Denizens on the Horizon!
November 22nd - via: kickstarter.com
CHAPTER 4: The Legends Answer The Call!From the depths of space, on the edge of the galaxy, a faint signal reaches a legendary command cruiser. "Mayday, Mayday, Mayday! This is the Techno-Crawler Union! We are under heavy assault by B0rg forces. We... (Read More)
$55k Stretch Goal Unlocked, THE HEPTILOTL and CHAPTER 4 REVEALED!!
November 19th - via: kickstarter.com
Another milestone crushed! That brings us to the end of Chapter 3! All of our Legendary Denizens for Chapter 3 will now be added to the book, including... The Heptilotl created by Baron de RoppSo, what's next? Chapter 4: The Legends Answer the... (Read More)
$50k Milestone Reached! TAUROM the Crimson Angel UNLOCKED!!
November 17th - via: kickstarter.com
Wow Spacers! You must want some 80s mecha in your DarkSpace! We unlocked our latest Stretch Goal at Warp 9! $50k Stretch Goal Unlocked: TAUROM, the Crimson Angel by Bob World Builder!An android, bull-headed warship composed of six fully autonomous... (Read More)
300% Funded! Sagittar, the Void Reaper and Our Next Legendary Denizen Announced!
November 16th - via: kickstarter.com
300% Funded in less than a week. Spacers, you continually astound us! Thank you. Let's take a look at what Legendary Denizen you've unlocked from Adrian Williams! $45k Stretch Goal Unlocked: Sagittar by Adrian Williams!Sagittar is an exemplar of... (Read More)
The Starhorn Revealed + Add-On Spotlight and KICKSTARTER EXCLUSIVES!
November 15th - via: kickstarter.com
Spacers, we're closing the distance on the next Legendary Denizen! In the meantime, we wanted to reveal another of the Legendary Denizens that you have already unlocked! Artwork by Jeff WittyA starhorn is a massive narwhal-shaped creature the size of... (Read More)
$40k Milestone Achieved! Level-0 Adventure, "The Gauntlet" Unlocked! Ship Combat Explained.
November 13th - via: kickstarter.com
Another milestone reached, Spacers! We are now officially into Chapter 3 of the Stretch Goals!! "The Gauntlet" Has Been Added! 0-level funnel-style adventures are called gauntlets in Shadowdark, and we thought that was a perfect name for a passenger... (Read More)
All Chapter 2 Stretch Goals Unlocked! Chapter 3 Revealed!
November 12th - via: kickstarter.com
Well done, crew! You've fought back the B0rg Invasion, and we can now reveal the next two Legendary Denizens! {NAME REDACTED} Space Viking Warrior, Fifth Legendary Denizen by Erica Lowe-Tarpley (Ragnaborg)Erica brings her signature warcry, "YAY... (Read More)
200% Funded!! New Stretch Goals Unlocked!
November 12th - via: kickstarter.com
Wow Spacers! 200% funded in less than a day! That's absolutely stellar! Keep up the good work boosting that signal! A reminder in case you missed the announcement: we now offer INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING on books! If you are an international backer who... (Read More)
DMing the World Press Partners with Wet Ink Games, International Shipping, + Two More Stretch Goals!!
November 11th - via: kickstarter.com
Fulfillment and Distribution We are thrilled to announce that DMing the World Press is partnering with Wet Ink Games for both domestic and INTERNATIONAL fulfillment of the Kickstarter and future distribution of DarkSpace. Wet Ink has been a fantastic... (Read More)
Funded in 2.5 hours! $20,000 + Stretch Goals!
November 11th - via: kickstarter.com
We did it, Spacers! Thank you.You've made it clear that you want more DarkSpace, and we are ready to go. There will be more DarkSpace for years to come thanks to your support. Not only have we already met our funding goal, but we have also unlocked... (Read More)
600+ Followers, Launch Day Livestreams and Game Jam!
November 10th - via: kickstarter.com
Wow Spacers! We passed the 600 pre-launch followers mark today! Thank you all for your interest in our project! We launch tomorrow at Noon Eastern Time! Let's see how fast we can make this rocket fly! Launch Day LivestreamsTomorrow, we have two... (Read More)
Less than 48 Hours until Launch! Previews, Updates and Partners!
November 9th - via: kickstarter.com
Spacers, we are less than two days from launch and closing in on 600 followers! To thank you for all the pre-launch support, we wanted to give you a sneak peek at what's to come! One-Page SettingsIn the expanded DarkSpace Game Master chapter, you... (Read More)
500+ Followers!
November 7th - via: kickstarter.com
Spacers, you continue to surprise us! Over 100 new crew members have joined the cause to get this ship starworthy just since Monday! We're in final launch prep now and can't wait to light this candle with you on Tuesday. In case you missed it, we... (Read More)
One week to Launch! Artist Spotlight, Game Jam and Updates!
November 4th - via: kickstarter.com
Activate Interlocks!We are one week away from launch and already have over 400 Spacers prepping the ship for flight! Thank you so much for your interest and support. Help us get that number even higher! Boost the signal, share our social posts, and... (Read More)
Over 300 Crew Members Already and Quickstart Rules!
October 30th - via: kickstarter.com
Welcome Spacers! Whether you're a veteran or a rookie, you're now part of the DarkSpace crew! With over 300 followers already, we're getting ready to launch this long-haul expedition. To prepare you for the trip, we have your pre-flight... (Read More)
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