Amaru: The Self-care Virtual Pet
A project in Raleigh, NC by Six Wing Studios000days
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Amaru: The Self-care Virtual Pet is a game for Android and iOS that supports players in managing anxiety and depression.
Backers: 1883
Average Pledge Per Backer: $33
Funded: $62,257 of $40,000
Dates: Jul 21st -> Aug 20th (30 days)
Project By: Six Wing Studios
Backers: 1883
Average Pledge Per Backer: $33
Funded: $62,257 of $40,000
Dates: Jul 21st -> Aug 20th (30 days)
Project By: Six Wing Studios
$62,257
current pledge level
Last Updated: August 20 @ 15:02 -0400 GMT
155%
of goal
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Latest News
We've crossed 60k with 3 hours to go! Campaign ends at 3pm EST! 
August 20th - via: kickstarter.com
We've crossed 60k with 3 hours to go! Campaign ends at 3pm EST! Amaru family! It appears Kickstarter's servers won't handle images or video today but... We're delighted to announce that we've crossed the $60k mark which means RAINBOW SPRINKLE CAKE... (Read More)
24 HOURS REMAIN! Amaru is already celebrating being 144% funded, and it's your LAST CHANCE to join the party!
August 19th - via: kickstarter.com
24 HOURS REMAIN! Amaru is already celebrating being 144% funded, and it's your LAST CHANCE to join the party! You'll need an HTML5 capable browser to see this content. Play Replay with sound Play with sound 00:00 00:00 Amaru Family! Amaru is already... (Read More)
UNDER 36 HOURS REMAINING! Let's share the spotlight on some other ambitious projects here on Kickstarter.
August 19th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi Amaru Family! Your generosity has been incredible, and we wanted to pay it forward by sharing some of the spotlight. We value games that empower players in their lives beyond the game, and we take pride in supporting inclusivity in our game's... (Read More)
HEADS UP! Only ONE Custom Hand-made Plushie Remains!
August 17th - via: kickstarter.com
Hello Amaru Family! We started with 13 custom, hand-made plushies and are down to the final one! Snag it along with a basket of other goodies by claiming the $500 Seraph Tier! Seraph Tier backers! If you want to upgrade to the Team No-VID Seraph... (Read More)
THE FINAL STRETCH: Weekend Progress and our Final Offer as we push to reach $60k!
August 17th - via: kickstarter.com
THE FINAL STRETCH: Weekend Progress and our Final Offer as we push to reach $60k! Amaru Family! This update is packed full of info as we push to the final days of this campaign! STRETCH GOAL ACHIEVED! Hydration Garden Unlocked! Over the beta, we had... (Read More)
LESS THAN AN HOUR REMAINING! Join the party and help us get across 52k by 5 PM EST to share in the Friendaversary Cake!
August 16th - via: kickstarter.com
LESS THAN AN HOUR REMAINING! Join the party and help us get across 52k by 5 PM EST to share in the Friendaversary Cake! If we cross $52k by 5pm EST, all backers will receive the exclusive "Friend-aversary Cake" item! Once per month, you'll receive a... (Read More)
STRETCH GOAL ACHIEVED! Hydration Garden unlocked as we cross 50k! 3 hours remain for the Friend-aversary Cake!
August 16th - 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 Amaru Family! You did it! Congratulations on helping us reach our $50,000 Stretch Goal! All Kickstarter Backers will now receive our... (Read More)
Dr. Gabe’s Birthday means a special present for YOU! New limited time reward if we cross $52k by Sunday at 5pm EST!
August 15th - via: kickstarter.com
Dr. Gabe’s Birthday means a special present for YOU! New limited time reward if we cross $52k by Sunday at 5pm EST! This was a triumph... I'm making a note here: HUGE SUCCESS... Amaru Family! It's Dr. Gabe’s Birthday, and we have a special... (Read More)
Don't miss out on our Amaru plushies! Our campaign ends Thursday Aug 20th at 3pm EST!
August 14th - via: kickstarter.com
Amaru Family! We're under $2,500 from hitting our $50k stretch goal that will bring our awesome Hydration Garden feature into the game. Help us get there by snagging one of our 8" plushies! Featured here is a prototype of the 8" classic colored... (Read More)
7 DAYS REMAIN! Don't miss out on exclusive rewards!
August 13th - via: kickstarter.com
7 DAYS REMAIN! Don't miss out on exclusive rewards! Amaru Family! We're down to the final week, and we're funded at an incredible 116%! We continue to be humbled by your support. Reward Highlight: "The Making of Amaru Artbook" Did you know Amaru... (Read More)
Happy Monday! Rocking 110% with 10 days to go!
August 10th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi everyone! Happy Monday everyone! It's lovely to see the support continuing to roll in! We've got 10 days left for you to be able to claim discounted game copies, artbooks, plushies, and more! We also encourage you to take a look at the Stretch... (Read More)
We did it! 104% Funded and 1193 of you are going to see some COLORFUL AMARUS in your life!
August 7th - via: kickstarter.com
Amaru Family! We did it! You'll need an HTML5 capable browser to see this content. Play Replay with sound Play with sound 00:00 00:00 You're incredible! We didn't just fund, you've given us a healthy leg up towards our first stretch goal! We are so... (Read More)
99% and under $400 to our Goal with less that 2 HOURS to get the CUSTOM-ARU Bonus!
August 7th - via: kickstarter.com
Amaru Family! We're getting down to the wire! Let's cross the finish line to bring the BONUS ECHO STONES and CUSTOM-ARU Bonus to all of you for support! OFFER DETAILS: At 5PM EST on Friday, August 7, 2020 , we will see if we have crossed $40,000... (Read More)
FIVE HOURS TO GO! This time is now! Get your donation in before 5pm and you'll receive the CUSTOM-ARU Bonus!
August 7th - via: kickstarter.com
FIVE HOURS TO GO! This time is now! Get your donation in before 5pm and you'll receive the CUSTOM-ARU Bonus! You know he's gonna get that fish. Amaru Family! With 96% and under $1,500 to go, there isn't much doubt that Amaru is going to get that... (Read More)
24 HOURS REMAIN for Customizable Colors + Dr. Gabe on livestream tonight at 7PM EST.
August 6th - via: kickstarter.com
24 HOURS REMAIN for Customizable Colors + Dr. Gabe on livestream tonight at 7PM EST. Amaru Family! We're just under 87% with 24 hours remaining for all backers to receive the CUSTOM-ARU Bonus! You'll get to select 3 colors to mix and match as you... (Read More)
80% with 15 days left! If you've been on the fence, you're going to want to back us before Friday at 5PM!
August 5th - via: kickstarter.com
Amaru Family! Victory is in sight! We have an incredible new reward to help us ride the rainbow road across the finish line. You asked for it and we put our minds to it, and we have pulled it off... Amaru Family, may I present to you..... (Read More)
What a weekend! All goals crushed as we shoot from 51% to 69%!
August 3rd - via: kickstarter.com
What a weekend! All goals crushed as we shoot from 51% to 69%! Amaru Family! You are incredible! Even with the top goal being set for 65%, you pushed it even further to just on the cusp of 70%! As a result, all backers will be receiving access to the... (Read More)
We just hit 60%! Is there such a thing as too many rewards...?
August 2nd - via: kickstarter.com
Amaru Tribe! You have exploded past 60% in a matter of hours! Two of you took the #pledgemycheck call to arms to heart and donated your entire $1200 to our cause! We can't wait to collaborate with you on your Dedications and craft your custom hand... (Read More)
Tier Refinements
August 1st - via: kickstarter.com
Hi everyone! Here are the new finalized tiers! I'll have a table up shortly to make it easier. All Team No-VID tiers now come with Tali and the Early-bird Rewards, and we added a $90 Team No-VID Commander Tier. $24 (2% of Stimulus) – Team... (Read More)
56%! One Echo Stone Released and Some Responses to Feedback
August 1st - via: kickstarter.com
Hi everyone, Quick update! Wow, we had our first Team NoVID Dedication Pledge! A full $1200 bringing us over our first Limited Time Goal! The "Grit and Resilience" Echo Stone will be released to all backers! However, in my hasty excitedness I... (Read More)
Wowowow!! 50% BIG REVEAL of new rewards and LIMITED TIME GOALS to get us across 60% this weekend.
July 31st - via: kickstarter.com
WOOOOO-AHHHH!!! WE'RE HALFWAY THEEEYYYY-ERRRR!!!! Amaru Family, We were warned that the middle of the campaign was the hardest part, and yet your generosity continues to defy expectations. Our momentum has only increased these past few days. We are... (Read More)
Yesterday was the BIGGEST DAY this week! BIG REVEAL with NEW REWARDS coming today as we cross 50%!
July 31st - via: kickstarter.com
Get hype! Good morning Amaru family! We were floored to awaken this morning to see that we moved from 42% to 47% in a single day! We've had our 600th backer, and any moment now we will cross the threshold to $19,000. This is incredible, and Amaru is... (Read More)
We hit 42%! True to his word! Dr. Gabe nommed the pepper. Enjoy.
July 29th - via: kickstarter.com
We made it everyone! Enjoy! Spicy Pepper Challenge Tomorrow, an update with more substance will be provided as we move into the mid-game of this campaign. Thanks for your continued support! Best, Gabe (Read More)
Wow! 40% in one week! Let's keep the fire going with a SPICY challenge!
July 29th - via: kickstarter.com
Hello everyone! Truly wonderful how fast this campaign has grown. I'll have a more proper update for you shortly, but in the meantime, I was in my garden and came up with a spicy new challenge. Enjoy! Let's get this thing to 42% by midnight! - Gabe... (Read More)
We're 33% to our goal in 5 days! Here's a special offer to celebrate (expires July 28 at 3pm EST)!
July 26th - via: kickstarter.com
Hello everyone! Wow! 33% in just five days! Victory is within pouncing distance! We're so grateful for your support. That said, we don't just want to hit our minimum goal of $40,000. We'd love to reach some of our stretch goals like our Hydration... (Read More)
Only 3 of the 50 "A Bedtime Story" Rewards Remain!
July 25th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi all, just a friendly update that only 3 of the 50 Limited Edition "A Bedtime Story" rewards remain. This reward includes the plushie and printed signed artbook. (Read More)
Early Bird Rewards Running Low as we Wrap Up Day 2!
July 23rd - via: kickstarter.com
Hello everyone! Another exciting day for Amaru as we wrap up Day 2! We've tipped past the $9,000 mark, and Tali the Early-bird is landing in the hearts of hundreds of backers as our Early-bird Rewards are being claimed! As we mused on Early-bird... (Read More)
We have liftoff!
July 22nd - via: kickstarter.com
Wow! We're staggered! Thank you all so very much for the warm welcome to Kickstarter! It makes us so happy to see so many folks enthusiastic to bring Amaru home! Happy to report that you all cleaned out the Limited Edition "Adopt an Amaru", "Sharing... (Read More)
We're live!
July 21st - via: kickstarter.com
Thanks for helping us get this far everyone! We're so delighted to have your support as well as the endorsement of great organizations like Take This and Guardians Mental Health. With the world being particularly wonky lately, there's no time like... (Read More)
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