“City of Skull” offers a vivid exploration of a fantasy world reeling from a cataclysmic war. It features a city dominated by an intricate guild system and haunted by the lore of a slumbering deity. The campaign setting aims to expand the traditional gameplay of Mazes by incorporating new rules for hex-crawling and enhancing the social and narrative aspects of gaming. These enhancements are designed to foster deeper character development and more immersive campaign stories.

In conjunction with the primary campaign setting, 9th Level Games is also launching “Beyond the City of Skull,” an adventure path that takes players beyond the city into a desert shrouded in perpetual eclipse, introducing new challenges and environments.

The crowdfunding campaign provides backers with several rewards, including the core campaign setting, an additional adventure path book, a solo adventure book, a deluxe Maze Controller Screen with a dial, a custom coin set, a Roll20 VTT module for digital play, and an original soundtrack themed around “City of Skull.”

First launched in 2019 as part of Zinequest, Mazes Fantasy Roleplaying is recognized for its elegantly simple rules that allow players to dive directly into the action.

The expansion is anchored by the “Voidrunner’s Codex,” a hardcover volume that introduces new player options, equipment, and psionics. It is accompanied by the “Star Captain’s Manual,” which details the intricacies of starship operations, space travel, and combat, including a comprehensive guide on building custom starships.

Players start their space journey with “Escape from Death Planet,” an adventure set on the perilous jungle world of Ninemoon, challenging them to escape before its destruction. The boxed set enhances gameplay with over 200 tokens, 20 poster maps, and a magnetic narrator’s screen, all packaged in a sleek slipcase designed to facilitate both ground and starship battle scenarios.

Upon the campaign’s conclusion, digital rewards will be distributed immediately, with plans to order the physical sets promptly to minimize delivery times. This approach aims to satisfy backers’ eagerness to start their space-themed adventures as soon as possible.

“Voidrunner’s Codex” offers extensive customization through new heritages, cultures, and classes, including the Psion and Psyknight, which feature a variety of subclasses that provide diverse gameplay strategies. The lore surrounding these elements is rich, setting the stage for a broad range of story-driven encounters and explorations.

The campaign has successfully surpassed its initial funding goal of $6,404, currently standing at $35,860 with 322 backers. The Kickstarter will continue to accept pledges until July 5, giving potential backers plenty of time to contribute and participate in the launch of this ambitious expansion.

The heart of “The Arcaneum Infinitum” is its collection of 160 magic items, each crafted to add more depth and intrigue to gameplay. These items move away from the mundane, providing new opportunities for storytelling and challenges. Alongside these items, the book offers eight new subclasses that open up fresh gameplay options and help players craft unique adventurers.

Adding to the gameplay experience are eight short adventures that integrate seamlessly into ongoing campaigns or serve as exciting stand-alone sessions. These adventures are structured to introduce the new magic items organically, enhancing both the narrative and the strategic aspects of gameplay.

To further enrich the gaming experience, Arcane Affinity has included several add-ons. A GM Screen with interchangeable inserts features essential game information and stunning artwork. For a more tactile experience, beautifully illustrated item cards and detailed battlemap posters are also available, helping to visualize game scenes and items vividly.

The campaign has attracted a promising level of support, with $4,517 pledged towards a $12,500 goal. With 70 backers on board and 27 days remaining in the campaign, which ends on June 26. Supporters are encouraged to visit the Kickstarter page where they can also access a free sample of the book’s first adventure.

At the core of the game is a straightforward deck-building mechanism coupled with a flexible action point system, allowing players to tailor their gameplay experience. Each session is unique, thanks to ever-changing biomes that players explore, enhancing the replay value of the game. As players venture through these biomes, they can dig for valuable ores and gems, engage in combat with various enemies to collect loot, and strive to complete objective chains that culminate in epic boss battles.

The game also incorporates elements of base building, where players can unlock new crafting opportunities and gain bonuses from NPCs. Crafting extends to creating powerful accessories, tools, and weapons, as well as upgrading character armor sets and acquiring useful buffs to bolster their chances of survival and success.

As of now, the Kickstarter campaign for “Terraria: The Board Game” has raised an impressive $777,355, far surpassing its initial goal of $25,310. The campaign continues to attract backers and will conclude on June 21, with 22 days remaining and a strong show of support from the community.

Neverrift is designed to be highly accessible despite its strategic depth. The game features simple rules that can be learned in under two minutes, concise card texts with only 2-3 lines of text per card, and an affordable play option through its board game version, which provides everything needed to play without the ongoing commitment typical of TCGs. It is available in both physical and digital formats, supporting single-player and multiplayer modes.

Backers of the Kickstarter campaign have the unique opportunity to purchase first edition booster boxes, a collectible feature that will not be available after the campaign. The first edition logo will be chosen by backers during the campaign, adding a community-driven element to the game’s development.

Neverrift prioritizes high-quality artwork, with each card designed to be a miniature piece of art. The game features full and partial holographic effects and metallic foils in gold, silver, and copper. The artwork showcases talents from over 20 countries, ensuring a rich and diverse visual experience.

Markus Schwarze, the creator of Neverrift, brings nearly 20 years of experience in the TCG industry. His vision has been shaped by hundreds of hours of playtesting and collaboration with industry experts, pro players, and a global community of play testers. The game has been showcased at major conventions like SPIEL Essen and Dreamhack, with feedback from these events helping to refine the final product.

In addition to the physical game, Neverrift will be available as a mobile app on iOS and Android, with a Steam release planned. The app will feature a multiplayer mode, leaderboards, and a story mode to enhance the solo play experience. Players can purchase new cards and cosmetics through quests and daily login bonuses, making it possible to enjoy the game without spending extra money.

Set in a world disrupted by the titular Neverrift, players represent factions with unique tamers and decks. The goal is to tame creatures and outmaneuver opponents on the ever-changing grid. The game balances simple rules with profound strategy, appealing to both novice players and TCG veterans.

As of now, the Kickstarter campaign has raised $125,865 from 528 backers, significantly surpassing its initial goal of $27,196.

Backers of the campaign will receive the PDF version of Replicant Rebellion ahead of its official release. Those who pledge for physical items within the first 24 hours will also receive an exclusive art print featuring Martin Grip’s cover art.

The Kickstarter campaign includes an Asset Pack for use with both Replicant Rebellion and the original Blade Runner RPG. This pack provides physical and digital handouts and tools for creating custom Case Files and Operations.

In this expansion, players will manage their own crew, taking on missions such as aiding fugitive Replicants, sabotaging corporations, dealing with law enforcement, and navigating gang conflicts. The game explores the moral complexities of the Blade Runner universe, challenging players to maintain their cover and avoid detection.

The creative team for Replicant Rebellion includes returning members Tomas Härenstam as game director and lead designer, Joe LeFavi as setting writer, and Martin Grip as cover artist. New contributors include Eren Arik as lead interior artist and Johan Nohr, known for his work on MÖRK BORG and CY_BORG, who adds a unique touch to the game’s interstitials.

Replicant Rebellion provides an in-depth look at the history and organization of the Replicant Underground within the Blade Runner universe. It includes detailed guidelines for running a Replicant Underground campaign, introducing new character archetypes and rules for maintaining covers and managing heat from the law. The expansion also features several complete Operations for players to undertake.

The Kickstarter campaign has raised $195,954 from 2,454 backers, significantly surpassing its initial goal of $23,617. The campaign will run until June 13, with 15 days remaining.

The upcoming campaign marks the start of a dedicated partnership between Serious Poulp and Kickstarter, with all future projects from the publisher set to launch exclusively on the crowdfunding platform until 2026. Bruno Sautter, CEO of Serious Poulp, emphasized the significance of crowdfunding in the creation of large-scale board games and expressed confidence in this strategic collaboration.

The 7th Citadel, using a gameplay mechanism similar to its predecessor, The 7th Continent, allows players to explore and build the game board through terrain and event cards. The game introduces a new setting, “The Collapsing Lands,” a post-apocalyptic medieval world threatened by various perils, enhancing the narrative depth and expanding the gameplay mechanics.

New features for the game include an evolving world map, customizable Action decks, and the ability to develop a Citadel between scenarios, broadening the strategic options available to players.

In the game, one player controls the Hostile, directing the narrative and leading the campaign against the other players, who act as Operatives of the Protectorate. These Operatives coordinate their efforts to thwart the Hostile’s destructive plans. The game’s structure includes a branching campaign with optional side missions, designed to keep the gameplay dynamic and engaging through repeated sessions.

The system powering “Degenesis: Clan Wars” is crafted to be both straightforward and strategically deep, encouraging players to continuously adapt their tactics and collaborate closely to overcome challenges presented by the opposing side.

The campaign for “Degenesis: Clan Wars” reached its funding goal of $100,000 in just 2 hours and 7 minutes. Currently, the project stands at 177% funded, with a total of $177,902 raised from 719 backers. With 14 days left in the campaign, the game continues to draw support, promising a robust community and extended gameplay possibilities for its backers.

Players of Thunderstone Quest start with a basic deck of cards, which they can upgrade by acquiring more powerful cards. The “Rise and Fall” expansion enriches the game with additional heroes, monsters, and support cards, which contribute to a highly replayable gaming experience thanks to diverse setup possibilities that vary with each session.

Each Quest in the expansion is paired with mini-adventures and a story booklet that narrates the progression through the game’s scenarios. This structure not only deepens the narrative experience but also adds layers of strategic depth. Players must carefully choose their heroes and equipment, considering the strengths and weaknesses of the monster groups they face in the dungeon deck.

The expansion continues to support a variety of heroes such as wizards, fighters, rogues, and clerics, and integrates these characters into the new scenarios and challenges that “Rise and Fall” presents.

Since its initial successful Kickstarter campaign in spring 2017, Thunderstone Quest has grown to include multiple expansions, now totaling seventeen Quests. The ongoing popularity of the series is a testament to its engaging mechanics and evolving gameplay.

As of now, the Kickstarter campaign for “Rise and Fall” has reached $127,780, surpassing its original goal of $50,000 thanks to 1,549 backers. The campaign will continue to accept pledges until June 1st, indicating strong ongoing support and anticipation for this latest expansion.

“Fabled Empire” offers an array of new monsters, each depicted in full-color artwork that brings these fantastical creatures to life. The supplement goes beyond mere adversaries by incorporating villains with backstories, motivations, and stat blocks, ready to challenge players in any game setting. Unlike typical monsters, the denizens of “Fabled Empire” serve as non-player characters that enhance the narrative depth of the game, complete with their own stat blocks.

The magic items in “Fabled Empire” draw inspiration directly from fairytales, featuring enchanting artifacts such as magic slippers and mystical tinderboxes. These items are designed to add a layer of magic and intrigue to gameplay. Additionally, the supplement provides extensive player options, including new backgrounds that infuse character creation with fairytale-inspired elements, along with new equipment, spells, and feats.

In an era leaning towards AI-generated art, “Fabled Empire” supports artists by committing to real human talent. The project emphasizes the employment and fair compensation of artists and writers, ensuring that each element of the supplement reflects genuine creativity and craftsmanship.

The Kickstarter campaign for “Fabled Empire” is scheduled to launch in June, offering both digital and hardcover print editions at special introductory pricing. Head over to the Kickstarter page to be notified when “Fabled Empire” launches.