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Ghostbusters: The Board Game Successfully Funded
First Officially Licensed Ghostbusters Tabletop Game in Nearly 30 Years...
The internet has spoken, and they say “bustin’ makes me feel good!” Cryptozoic Entertainment, creators of board and collectible card games, have announced the conclusion of the Kickstarter campaign for Ghostbusters: The Board Game (see our story HERE). The game has been successfully funded with 8,300 backers pledging over $1,500,000, exceeding six times the original funding goal of $250,000. The first officially licensed Ghostbusters tabletop game in nearly 30 years will begin shipping to backers worldwide in October 2015.
A variety of stretch goals and bonus add-ons were revealed over the past month, which were made possible by the successful crowdfunding campaign.
Extras include:
● Original backstory written by Erik Burnham and illustrated by Dan Schoening of IDW’s Ghostbusters comic series
● All four “New” Ghostbusters playable character figures including: Kylie Griffin, Ron Alexander, Melanie Ortiz, Janine Melnitz and The Rookie
● Additional ghosts including Gozer, Zuul, Ivo Shandor, Vinz Clortho, Boogieman, Grey Lady, Samhain, Zombie Taxi Drivers, Fearsome Flushes, Spawn of Cathulhu, the Spectral Ghostbusters and the ultimate thorn in the Ghosbusters’ side, Walter Peck
● More game board tiles for new areas including the library and Shandor Building rooftop
● “Tobin’s Spirit Guide” box for Ghost and Scenario Card storage
● Stay Puft Marshmallow Man, Boogaloo and Cathulhu figures upgraded from standard 50mm to giant 100mm
● Ecto-1 game piece
Ghostbusters: The Board Game is a game for 1-4 players, ages 15 and up. Players choose one of the four Ghostbusters character figures (Peter Venkman, Egon Spengler, Winston Zeddemore and Ray Stantz) and then select from one of the game’s pre-written scenarios, beginning a game session that lasts from 30 minutes to 2 hours, depending on the chosen scenario(s) and degree of difficulty. Each of the Ghostbusters has unique traits and talents that can assist the entire team, with highly cooperative gameplay. As players gain experience from banishing spirits, the Ghostbusters level up, gaining new abilities that help them take on greater challenges. The team can also hop in the Ecto-1, the Ghostbusters’ converted ambulance, to help them quickly move through the city.
Ghostbusters: The Board Game comes with plastic figures of the four Ghostbusters as well as Slimer, Stay Puft Marshmallow Man, Indulnas and numerous Galloping Ghouls, Gruesome Twosomes and Boogaloo. All figurines are based on the artwork and designs of Dan Schoening, the artist of IDW’s Ghostbusters comic book. The game will come with over 40 figures, with the opportunity to purchase add-ons and exclusive figures. The board itself is made of double-sided modular pieces illustrated by Robb Mommaerts, increasing the replayability for scenarios and customization.
Cryptozoic will be offering a few options for backers. The “Paranormal” base version of Ghostbusters: The Board Game is available for $80 and includes four Ghostbusters figures, 40 ghost figures, 10 double-sided game board map tiles, instructions and scenarios with art from Dan Schoening, various tokens, cards and dice. The exclusive $125 “Mass Hysteria” Deluxe Edition comes with everything from the base game, along with a limited edition red foil-stamped box, a 12”x12” giclée print, glow-in-the-dark dice, four additional game board tiles, an exclusive boss ghost figure and an over-sized “Impossible Mode” Stay Puft Marshmallow Man figure. Additional pledge levels add exclusive ghosts, new figures and much more to expand the game further.
Visit the game’s official website: cryptozoic.com/ghostbusters™-board-game
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Re: Ghostbusters: The Board Game Successfully Funded
That's great!
I love the way the Kickstarter is bringing lots of cool new projects to life. Stuff that regular companies and retailers don't want to take a chance on.
IMHO crowdfunding is the future of our hobby!
Re: Ghostbusters: The Board Game Successfully Funded
The Board Game Successfully Funded" showcases the power of community support and enthusiasm for tabletop gaming. This achievement is a testament to the dedication of both the creators and backers, who worked together to bring this project to life. With BK8 this accomplishment is not only a celebration of funding but also a testament to the collaborative spirit that drives innovation in the gaming industry.
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