Roll, build, explore, and play again

This week we’re celebrating play in all its forms including deep tabletop strategy, fast-paced digital adventures, and clever twists on familiar formats. Be sure to check out the small but mighty games taking part in Make 100. And creators, keep scrolling for everything you need to know about Zine Quest 2026.

- Your Games Team: Asher, Nicole, Asia, Manu, Michael, and Elina

PROJECTS WE LOVE

Elevator - An Absurdist Video Game

BY PIXELTAIL GAMES

Enchanted Trinkets Complete

BY MORRUS

Shogunate of the Stars: War of the Nine Clans

BY ANTHONY DAVID

TerraClash

BY TERRACLASH

Vizzles Series 16

BY SAM MILHAM

Dogs of War Bestiary

BY DEAD HAWK PUBLISHING

Pizza Kidd

BY KIDD GAMES

⚔️ JOIN THE ZINE QUEST 🛡️

Zine Quest: Create Your Own RPG Adventure

Zine Quest is Kickstarter’s annual open call celebrating small-format RPG zines—and it's a great opportunity for you to contribute to that format's storied history. Whether you’re an experienced creator or a first-time DIY enthusiast, Zine Quest is your chance to bring an imaginative project to life and share it with a global audience. Get started →

[WEBINAR] Zine Quest 101

Tuesday, January 13 at 1 PM EST

Join Nicole for a conversation with experienced creators Michael Putlack of Night Noon Games, Bob World Builder, Philip Reed (115-time Kickstarter creator), and Ricardo Evangelho of Hit Point Press. They’ll share what it’s like to participate in Zine Quest, lessons learned from past campaigns, and what they’re excited to launch this year. Register now →

COMMUNITY PICK

Kurt is the founder of Goko Games, and his team just launched their second game: Kimbap Klash. Prior to Goko Games, Kurt was a senior product manager building mobile apps, but he fell in love with physical games and the real, face-to-face connection they create around the table.

Goko's goal is to bring Korean-inspired fun to the Kickstarter community by mixing familiar Korean ingredients into quick, replayable gameplay. Expect bold elements, lots of laughs, and a few dramatic twists that make everyone want one more round.

Snow Bear - The Card Game

BY AARON BLAISE

"We really love Snow Bear - The Card Game because it shows how meaningful it can be to create spaces where people can connect. The focus on making friends through gameplay feels thoughtful and Aaron Blaise’s story and art genuinely inspired us. We especially love how his art influenced the look and feel of the game. We also appreciate that this project supports Polar Bears International and helps protect polar bears and their fragile habitat. It is inspiring to see a game bring people together while supporting such an important cause."