Altered, the new TCG from the creator of Dixit, has delighted us four different ways
Altered, a new trading card game, launched a Kickstarter campaign and fully funded within 120 seconds.
The game features unique features such as QR codes on each card that lock it to your online account, eliminating the need to worry about duplicate cards. [ more ]
Foldable micro-office on wheels means you can work from anywhere
The Edge Desk, funded on Kickstarter, offers a versatile desk and chair solution for modern life and work, which can be easily transported and adjusted in various ways. [ more ]
I Rode This 'Holographic' Bike and Things Got a Little Weird
The Saga HoloBike offers a unique virtual cycling experience with a 27-inch 4K display, but it needs improvement in ride duration and quality. [ more ]
Kickstarter campaigns continue to offer a variety of new games for gamers to check out and support.
The AnARKey Trading Card Game offers a unique experience with the involvement of Danny Trejo and other notable individuals in the wasteland setting.
Thunderstone Quest: Uncharted Waters introduces new quests and systems to enhance gameplay, providing fresh challenges for players of the popular card game. [ more ]
Gen Con likely had record-breaking attendance numbers: Although the specific attendance numbers have not been released yet, the convention is expected to have set a new record for attendees.
BGQ crew is working on a convention recap: The BGQ crew is currently preparing a recap of the convention, so fans should keep an eye out for that to learn more about the highlights and experiences from Gen Con.
Tony enjoys immersive and component-rich games: Tony, a member of the BGQ team, prefers games that allow him to fully immerse himself in the theme and tends to gravitate towards games with high-quality components. [ more ]
Backing a successful Kickstarter project can be a great way to get exclusive rewards and early access to new board games.
When backing a board game Kickstarter, be sure to carefully read the project’s details to understand the risks and rewards associated with it.
By researching the project’s creators and reading reviews from past backers, you can better determine if a board game Kickstarter is worth your investment. [ more ]
The summer rolls on, and there isn't much else to say at this point. We are midway between Origins and Gen Con, so expect a bit of a gaming lull between now and then. Oh well, on to the campaigns! Also, if you want to chat with the BGQ team, join our Discord Server where we talk about games, movies, sports, and other fun stuff.
July is here and the summer continues on.This week we've got a nice group of Kickstarter games for you to check out.And speaking of games, don't forget to enter our giveaway for a brand new copy of the Starfinder: Pirates of Skydock board game.Enter to win here!Also, if you want to chat with the BGQ team, join our Discord Server where we talk about games, movies, sports, and other fun stuff.
The annual Origins Game Convention is in the books and Matt is busily working on his recap article.Keep an eye out for that soon!In the meantime, we have a nice group of Kickstarter campaigns for you to check out.And don't forget to enter our giveaway for a brand new copy Pirates of Skydock!Also, if you want to chat with the BGQ team, join our Discord Server where we talk about games, movies, sports, and other fun stuff.
This week is the annual Origins Game Fare in Columbus Ohio.Our man on the street Matt will be there to cover the convention, so be on the look out for his Origins recap coming soon.In the mean time, if you are a fan of train-themed board game, be sure to check out our list of the Best Train Board Games.
The summer rolls on and so do the Kickstarter campaigns.This week we've got a nice group of campaigns for you to check out, so hopefully you can find something that catches your eye.And with the annual Origins Game Fare just around the corner, convention season is just about here.Also, if you want to chat with the BGQ team, join our Discord Server where we talk about games, movies, sports, and other fun stuff.
This compact multitool fits on your keychain to help you get stuff done no time flat - Yanko Design
Life's problems may sometimes seem complex, but sometimes, all it takes is the right tool for the right job to solve them.Unfortunately, most of us are caught unprepared to face these tasks, forcing us to fumble in our bags or pockets only to realize that we don't have the correct tool at hand.After all, it's nearly impossible to bring with you all the tools you could possibly need wherever you go, especially for those of us who have embraced minimalist lifestyles and compact everyday carries or EDCs.
Meet the owners of the newest bookstore in Brooklyn.
Forty years ago, my not-yet-gentrified neighborhood in Brooklyn had one bookstore, Mostly Books.When the owner retired, it became a video store (RIP Cousins).Then it was derelict, then it was councilman's office, and now it's (obviously) a real estate office.But in all those years, a neighborhood of a dozen square blocks and around seventy-five thousand people was without a bookstore.
12+ Game Night Games The Whole Family Will Love "Read More
We all know family time is important.It can be hard to plan fun family time with busy schedules.Varying interests among children can make it even harder.That's when it's time to start a family game night!You might recognize some of the game night games listed below, but there are probably several that are new to you.
What Non-Watch People Need To Know About Microbrands
Written by Jamie Weiss From Kickstarter to Instagram, the Internet is awash in watch 'microbrands' offering an alternative to the exclusive and expensive established watch brands.But not all microbrands are made equal - and many consumers are getting ripped off.Like many industries, the luxury watch industry is dominated by a few very big companies that own heaps of different brands or produce huge numbers of watches.
Newbie firm plans $2,800 add-in card that holds up to 21 PCIe 4.0 SSDs, 168TB
For high-capacity storage needs, the average consumer turns to hard disk drives (HDDs).They're generally not as speedy or reliable as SSDs, but they're a heck of a lot cheaper.The Apex Storage X21 add-in card (AIC) currently making its rounds on the Internet isn't about using the most cost-effective storage, though.
Mycroft's privacy-first, crowdfunded smart speaker will ship, but not to backers
Open source voice assistant software-maker Mycroft disappointed thousands when it announced Friday it will not be sending its Linux-based smart speaker to any more people who backed the product on Kickstarter and Indiegogo.Remaining inventory of the privacy-focused Amazon Echo alternative will go to those who buy the Mark II from Mycroft's website for 171 percent more than early backers pledged.
June is here and summer is upon us!We are busy getting ready to head out to the annual Origins Game Fair this month, but in the mean time, there are still plenty of Kickstarter campaigns to check out.Oh, and if you are a fan of app-assisted board games, be sure to check out our new Quest List for the best app-assisted board games Also, if you want to chat with the BGQ team, join our Discord Server where we talk about games, movies, sports, and other fun stuff.
Bird Buddy Smart Bird Feeder Identifies Your Bird Friends Using AI
Birding, often thought of as a hobby of generations past, is experiencing some newfound popularity.So, it only makes sense that in today's tech world the Bird Buddy Smart Bird Feeder exists to notify you of avian visitors, snap photos, and organize them all into a collection for perusing and sharing.
Never really over: how design experiments can revive brand identity
Prior to delving into the article, explore BleepBleeps' captivating presence on Behance Brief backstory Hey there!We're Mindset, a design studio obsessed with experiments that lead to a better, clear, emotionally engaging, and more meaningful design.This is a case study (or rather a story) of how we fell in love with a product on Kickstarter, identified the gaps in its brand identity, briefed ourselves to fix it, and created the perfect example of how we enrich tech products with design philosophy and a branding that don't quit.
May is just about over, and it feels like the year is just flying by.But today is also a holiday here in the US, so I'll make this short and sweet, so you can get to your BBQs! Enjoy the campaigns!Also, if you want to chat with the BGQ team, join our Discord Server where we talk about games, movies, sports, and other fun stuff.
Why this Thermoregulating Graphene Blanket is a Must-Have for Every Home - Yanko Design
Rising electricity costs, power outages, extreme weather, these aren't a distant figment of fiction anymore.Regardless of where you live, all of these are a reality, and sure, we can adopt new forms of energy and build more reliable power systems for ensuring our sustenance... or, we could just be very smart with how we leverage existing technologies to live our lives comfortably in an energy-efficient way.
The 'Swiss Army Knife' of bottles has its own straw, spork, and storage compartment for your EDC - Yanko Design
Designed by the makers of the 'I Am Not A Paper Cup', a first-of-its-kind reusable porcelain travel tumbler, the BYO bottle has a simple mission - to reduce the need for single-use plastics, starting with the 480 billion plastic bottles used each year.The BYO bottle, however, isn't your run-of-the-mill steel thermos.
From your iPhone to your Tesla, OUKITEL ABEARL P5000 Pro portable power station can charge everything - Yanko Design
Well known for their rugged mobile phones, OUKITEL entered the green energy market in 2019 with their robust and reliable power stations built on their push towards long-lasting batteries and solar capabilities.The company just announced their Abearl P5000 series - the world's first 5kWh portable solar power station with 4000W AC output and 120V/240V dual voltage output, available on Kickstarter.
Hit Taiwanese Night Market-Inspired Pop-Up to Put Down Permanent Roots in the Mission
For years chef Chris Yang and his partner Marcelle Gonzales Yang have popped up around the Bay Area serving food inspired by both Taiwanese night markets and their experiences living and eating in places including Bali, Hawai'i, and Singapore.
New Yorkers Mourn the Queen's Death at English Restaurants
In the Little England stretch of the West Village, restaurants were thronged late into Thursday night as customers mourned the death of Queen Elizabeth II over plates of fried fish and bangers and mash.
Welcome to this week's batch of crowdfunding campaigns.It's a bit smaller compared to last week's, but that's ok.That's how the dice roll some times.And speaking of dice: If you are into roll and write games, be sure to check out our list of the Best Roll and Write games!Also, if you want to chat with the BGQ team, join our Discord Server where we talk about games, movies, sports, and other fun stuff.
We are halfway through May and this week we have one of our biggest groups of Kickstarter campaigns to check out in a while.It was really hard narrowing down the choices this week, but hopefully, we have something here that will catch your eye.Enjoy!Also, if you want to chat with the BGQ team, join our Discord Server where we talk about games, movies, sports, and other fun stuff.
Note: This preview uses pre-release components and rules.What you see here may be different from the final, published game.This post was a paid preview, you can find out more information here.Fate.It holds sway in the courts of both god and man alike.It is deterministic if you can channel its energy.
May rolls on and this week we have another good groupoing for Kickstarters for you to check out.Hopefully you find something that intrigues you.And if you are a fan of solo gaming, be sure to check out Matt's list of the Top 10 Thematic Solo Games.Also, if you want to chat with the BGQ team, join our Discord Server where we talk about games, movies, sports, and other fun stuff.
May is here and the gaming goodness continues.This week we have a handful of new campaigns to checkout, from wargames, to paint supplies, and to Eurogames.Hope you find something that intrigues you.And while we are talking about crowdfunding, be sure to check out James's new list of Top 10 Crowdfunded Board Games that Missed the Mark.
Here's When Much-Anticipated Soul Food Restaurant Gumbo Social Will Open in the Bayview
It's absolutely not an exaggeration to say we've all been somewhat impatiently waiting for the opening of Gumbo Social.The upcoming restaurant not only claimed a spot on Eater SF's list of most anticipated restaurant openings of this year but also earned similar shout-outs from the San Francisco Chronicle and Bon Appetit - whose list, by the way, covered restaurants from California to Rhode Island.
10-in-1 titanium multitool EDC includes everything from screwdrivers to stationery that can write forever - Yanko Design
I know the term 'forever' can get thrown around a little loosely while discussing EDC durability, but it's precisely what designer EDC Monster had in mind while designing the Titanium Multi-Function Pry Bar.Crafted from Gr5 Titanium, this pocket-friendly tool is lightweight, versatile, and ridiculously durable.
I was standing outside Revolution Hall on a sunny September day.It was XOXO Fest 2019, the seventh installment of the festival.For me, four years of attending had a dramatic effect.I learned to ignore self doubt and see creators I looked up to not as gods, but as mere humans like me.I finally felt confident in my skin.
Mind-numbing 270W GaN Charger is a tiny power-brick that can charge three laptops at the same time - Yanko Design
I don't think I've seen anything quite as powerful as this.Rather aptly named Zeus, after the Greek God of thunder and lightning, this tiny GaN charger holds the title of being the world's smallest and most powerful charging brick.Measuring just 3.5 inches long and 2 inches wide (and being 45% lighter than other industry-leading chargers), Zeus comes with a whopping output of 270W that lets it concurrently charge 4 devices together while efficiently managing power delivery to fast-charge your devices.
AIMOOV smart camera turns any TV into your personal fitness trainer - Yanko Design
Personal fitness at home has seen a rise in the past years, but despite the convenience of never having to go out to the gym, not everyone has been able to embrace this healthier lifestyle for various reasons.Those include the cost of home fitness equipment and subscriptions as well as doubts about the correctness of the exercises you're doing.
Top 10 Crowdfunding Games that Just Missed the Mark
There have been some amazing crowdfunding games along with some not-very-good ones.There are very few games that are perfect and even the best might have one small thing that held them back in some small way.In some cases, it could be the difference between good and great.And in some, maybe it's the thing holding a great game back from the chef's kiss of perfection.
Happy end of March to you all.We are following up last weeks offerings with a bit more of a scaled back group of Kickstarters this week.Sometimes that's just how the campaigns fall.On the plus side, Adepitcon was last weekend, did any of you go? Me and a few BGQers popped over for some shopping and events, and it was a great con as usual.
Welcome to this week's batch of Kickstarter campaigns to browse.We got quite a few for you to check out this week, so hopefully, something here catches your eye.Also, be sure to check out Marcus' list of his Top 10 Licensed Board Games if you are curious if a licensed game can be good.Also, if you want to chat with the BGQ team, join our Discord Server where we talk about games, movies, sports, and other fun stuff.
March rolls on and we have a nice batch of Kickstarter campaigns for you to check out this week.Hopefully, you find something here that catches your eye.Also, if you are a fan of the Arkham Horror LCG, be sure to check out Brandon's list of his Top 10 Arkham Horror LCG Scenarios.Also, if you want to chat with the BGQ team, join our Discord Server where we talk about games, movies, sports, and other fun stuff.
February rolls on and with it we have a large batch of Kickstarter campaigns or you to check out.This week we have quite a few different options, so hopefully, you find something here that catches your eye.We also just recently launched our BGQ Gamers Facebook Group.Check it out and come chat board games with us!
Linux-powered AI assistant killed off by 'patent troll'
Mycroft AI, creator of a Linux-based virtual assistant, announced on Friday it would not be able to fulfill rewards for its Mark II Kickstarter campaign.Furthermore, without immediate new investment, the company will be forced to cease development by the end of the month, said the company's CEO Michael Lewis [ although the post is attributed to former CEO Joshua Montgomery due to Kickstarter not allowing multiple authors - ed.].
Welcome to a new week.With it comes another batch of board games to check out.We've got a nice variety of games this week, so hopefully, you find something that catches your eye.We also are doing a new giveaway contest, this time we are giving away a brand new copy of Brazil: Imperial from Portal Games.
February is just about in the books and it seems like this Winter is just flying by.We've already had a few giveaways this year (keep an eye out for more), convention season is already gearing up, and the Kickstarter campaigns roll on.Hopefully, you can find something this week that catches your eye.
March is here and I'm ready for the cold weather to go away.I feel like I haven't been warm in months.But, on the plus side, it's given me plenty of excuses to stay inside and play games.And speaking of which, we've got a few great Kickstarters for you to check out this week.We also just recently launched our BGQ Gamers Facebook Group.
This Viral, Renter-Friendly Wall Light Installs in Mere Seconds
When it comes to renter-friendly solutions for decorating a space, sometimes we have to choose the road that's less aesthetically pleasing and more budget-minded to keep our landlords happy.With the Poplight Wall Light though, it doesn't feel like we're settling for something we don't really want.It actually feels we found exactly what we want in a wall light.
Looks like another slow week for Kickstarter campaigns to check out.This time of year, the campaigns slowly start to ramp up as we emerge from the post holiday doldrums.It happens, but there are already interesting campaigns on the horizon.In the meantime, last Friday we posted our Quest List of each of our writer's favorite board games from 2022.
We are halfway through January and the month is flying by.Kickstarter campaigns are slowly starting to pick up again, and we have Gen Con badge registration right around the corner.Lots of good stuff on the horizon.And in case you missed it, be sure to check out our look back at 2022 with our Top 10 Board Games of 2022.
Here Are the Bay Area's Most Exciting Upcoming Restaurants and Bars for 2023
Welcome to Year in Eater 2022, Eater's annual tradition of celebrating the past 12 months with help from some of the Bay Area's top food and restaurant industry experts.Between now and the end of the year, Eater SF will post daily questions about the Bay Area restaurant scene with answers from those who know it best.
2022 is here and I hope you all had a great time ringing in this new year this past weekend.As I mentioned last week, it will be a little bit of time before the Kickstarter campaigns ramp up again, but we'll do our best to pull out a few interesting-looking ones here or there for you.And in case you missed it, be sure to check out our last look back at 2022 with our Top 10 Board Games of 2022.
Welcome to our last batch of Kickstarters of the Week for the year.I hope everyone had/is having a great holiday as they year closes out.For those of you who are new to this column, we are also now entering what I call the annual Kickstarter drought.For the next few weeks, there will be relatively few campaigns that excite people.
Welcome to holiday week.Hannukah has started, Chrismas is this weekend, and this Wednesday is the Winters Solstice.Hopefully, you have a great week planned for whatever you have going on.And if you still need to do some holiday shopping, be sure to check out our 2022 Board Game Gift Guide.We have tons of great ideas for you!
December is almost halfway over and it's hard to believe 2022 is almost in the books.We've got just a few short weeks left until the holidays are here, so if you still need to do some holiday shopping, be sure to check out our 2022 Board Game Gift Guide.We have tons of great ideas for you!We also just recently launched our BGQ Gamers Facebook Group.
December has arrived and it's hard to believe that the year is almost over.2022 feels like a whirlwind (especially compared to some of the previous years).This past weekend was also the annual Pax Unplugged convention.Did you go? Be on the lookout for Alex's convention recap, coming soon!Also, if you still need to do some holiday shopping, be sure to check out our 2022 Board Game Gift Guide.
Note: This preview uses pre-release components and rules.What you see here may be different from the final, published game.This post was a paid preview, you can find out more information here.When word came through that there was a preview opportunity for a trick-taking game, I didn't jump at the chance initially.
Sherwin Matthews (lead designer of Elden Ring) Interview
I love board games.I love video games.I love coop games.I had a chance to play Horizon Zero Dawn, and while I went in with low expectations, I enjoyed the game.I looked up the designer, Sherwin Matthews, on BGG.First game?Not bad!Monster Hunter is one of my favorite video games.When SFG launched its Kickstarter campaign, I noticed Sherwin was the designer.
November is just about in the books, and I hope you've gotten a lot of gaming this month.Today is also Cyber Monday, so if you are going to be doing some online shopping today, be sure to check out our 2022 Board Game Gift Guide.We have tons of great ideas for you!We also just recently launched our BGQ Gamers Facebook Group.
November rolls on though, and as it's a holiday week here in the US, things are pretty light this week.But that's ok, Friday is Black Friday, the unofficial start of the holiday shopping season.And if you are ready to go, be sure to check out our 2022 Board Game Gift Guide.We have tons of great ideas for you!
Jason David Frank, Mighty Morphin Power Rangers Star, Dead at 49
May the power protect him.Jason David Frank, who played the original Green Ranger and White Ranger in Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, has died at age 49."Please respect the privacy of his family and friends during this horrible time as we come to terms with the loss of such a wonderful human being," a representative said in a statement to Vulture confirming the news.
Sometimes I want a game where I can go on an adventure, roll some dice, defeat some enemies, and gain some new abilities and gear.But I don't really feel like grabbing a bunch of oversized boxes and setting up a large game with a giant pile of miniatures, tokens for days, and a campaign that will take me months to play through.
I had the pleasure of meeting Jamie Jolly, designer of Oathsworn, at Gen Con 2022.I wanted to back Oathsworn but did not have the finances at the time the original Kickstarter was live.I knew I wanted to try the game and there were limited pledges on sale (if you were lucky enough to even get one).After participating in a great demo run by Jamie, I was convinced I wanted the game and was first in line the next day to purchase a pledge.
Welcome to this week's batch of Kickstarters of the Week.We've got a nice variety of campaigns for you to check out this week, so hopefully, you can find something here that catches your eye.We will also be releasing our annual Holiday Gift Guide this week, so keep an eye out for that when you start your holiday shopping!
November is here.I hope you all had a great Halloween last week and gorged yourself on candy and punch.We launch into November with a sizable group of Kickstarter campaigns for you to check out.So hopefully you find something here that piques your interest.Enjoy!We also just recently launched our BGQ Gamers Facebook Group.
We've recently published our first impressions of Ritual Spell Book and Witch Class for 5e from Fumble Folks, which launched on Kickstarter on the 31st of October.You can read our preview if you are curious about this exciting addition to your D&D adventures.Ritual Spell Book and the Witch Class for 5e is an addition to Fumble Folk's previously released Beginner's Bundle for D&D.
If you play Dungeons and Dragons, you may look for new content for your game.If you want to add your D&D adventures with magical abilities, this may be a book you may consider.A new Witch class and Shaman, Clairvoyant & Voodoo subclasses are described alongside a book of spells.Check them out in the Ritual Spell Book and Witch Class from Fumble Folks.
Today is Halloween, a favorite holiday for many gamers.If you are looking for some spooky gaming to do tonight, check out our Halloween Gaming Guide.For the rest of us, we've got some great campaigns for you to check out.Enjoy!We also just recently launched our BGQ Gamers Facebook Group.Check it out and come chat board games with us!
Roll Player Adventures Gulpax's Secret Expansion Preview
Note: This preview uses pre-release components and rules.What you see here may be different from the final, published game.Gizmo Turnkey and Lyxer Kamodie stood at a proverbial crossroad.Do the Construct Cleric and Elven Hunter go look for the assailant of the recent attacks at the festival or go talk to the wounded?
October is blasting through and there is only one week left until Halloween.Are you ready for some trick or treating and spooky gaming?If you are looking for ideas for what to play on Halloween, years ago we released a list of some great ideas for Halloween gaming.Check it out!We also just recently launched our BGQ Gamers Facebook Group.
It's Absolutely Not Too Early to Order Your Thanksgiving Pie
While it's true that we've yet to don our finest Halloween attire and, in most places in the Bay Area, the leaves have yet to complete their transition from emerald to gold, the truth is this: It's time to start thinking about your Thanksgiving table.
The Rone world has been building since 2016 with its initial game release, Rone.In 2018, the second edition was released with some tweaks and added expansions.
From Elizabeth Hargrave, the designer of the worldwide phenomena Wingspan, comes The Fox Experiment, a game where you will take the role of a scientist and breed your domesticated foxes.
Forsaken
A competitive sandbox adventure game for 1-4 players.Quodd Heroes (2nd Edition)
A gorgeously produced scenario based board game for 1-6 players.Elric: Rise of the Young Kingdoms
The official board game based on the novels by Michael Moorcock.Dawn of Ulos - A Roll Player Tale
Manipulate the rise and fall of mortals and shape a new world in this tile-laying game for 1-5 players.Sagrada: Artisans
A Legacy Game of Dice Drafting and Stained-Glass Window Coloring
The Fox Experiment
The latest board game from Elizabeth Hargrave (Wingspan) where you breed Fox Pups to pass on desired traits to the next generation!
For those looking to add a new family-weight entry to their gaming collection, an upcoming Gamefound campaign might be of interest.Artisans is a card game that launches on the platform on October 25.
Welcome to September, where the days get shorter and the weather gets less awesome.It's also a holiday here in the US, so I'll keep this short and sweet.