Case Study

Crowdfunding TTRPGs: Secrets Behind Raising $10M In A Single Campaign

Audience, Case Study, Crowdfunding Campaign, TTRPG

Are you ready to dive into the world of crowdfunding tabletop roleplaying games (TTRPGs)?

Shots Fired! Kickstarter Responds To Gamefound

Episode 218 of Crowdfunding Nerds is here, and we're diving deep into the world of crowdfunding platforms! Have you ever wondered how Kickstarter and GameFound stack up against each other?

Gamefound or Kickstarter for 2025? with Alex Radcliffe

Behind the Business, Case Study, Crowdfunding Campaign

Curious about the next big thing in crowdfunding? Join us on Crowdfunding Nerds as Andrew and Sean dive into a fascinating conversation with Alex Radcliffe

Cultivating Thriving Contractor Partnerships

Behind the Business, Case Study

Ever wondered how to turn your contractor relationships into thriving partnerships?

Kickstarter Marketing Case Study: Springsign

Board Gaming, Case Study

Curious about the secret sauce behind a successful Kickstarter campaign? In Episode 208 of the Crowdfunding Nerds, Andrew and Sean are joined by Andy Mangham, developer of the game Spring Sign, for an insider's look at Kickstarter magic!

The Business of Kickstarter: AMA Edition

Behind the Business, Case Study, Community Growth, Crowdfunding Campaign, Facebook Ads, Pre-marketing

Ever wondered what it takes to launch a successful board game on Kickstarter? In episode 203 of Crowdfunding Nerds, I dive deep into this topic with Paul Bedford, the creative mind behind Hard Fun Games.

Master Your Product Pitch with Galen McCown

Behind the Business, Board Gaming, Case Study

In Episode 202 of the Crowdfunding Nerds podcast, hosts Andrew and Sean team up with Galen McCown from Galen Games to unravel the secrets of thriving at major events like Gen Con!

Kickstarting Standalone Games Vs. Expansions

Behind the Business, Case Study, Crowdfunding Campaign

Have you ever wondered whether to launch an expansion or a standalone game on Kickstarter? How can bundling products maximize your campaign's success?

Power Creep & Expanding Into Board Game Arena with Kneight Reinagel

Audience, Board Gaming, Case Study, Community Growth

This week, Andrew and Sean sit down with web developer and board game aficionado, Kneight Reinagel, to dive deep into the world of BGA development!

Talking To Noobs, The Stock Market, and You

Behind the Business, Case Study, Nerding Out

What happens when crowdfunding meets savvy financial planning? Can you really fund a project without diving into debt or giving up equity?

Is It Possible To Gain 8-10K Emails Before Launch? Big Budget Crowdfunding Problems

Behind the Business, Case Study, Community Growth, Crowdfunding Campaign, Pre-marketing

How do you avoid the "black hole" of wasted ad spend? What’s the secret to making every dollar count?

Why They Won’t Back Your Kickstarter… & How To Change Their Mind!

Audience, Case Study, Crowdfunding Campaign, Distribution & Fulfilment

Have you ever wondered why some board game enthusiasts hesitate to back Kickstarter projects? Or how financial constraints and delayed gratification play into their decision-making?

Navigating the Mid-Campaign Wasteland with Mike Ibeji

Case Study, Crowdfunding Campaign

Ever wondered how to keep backers engaged during the dreaded mid-campaign slump? Or how to handle the heartbreak of canceled pledges?

Unleashing the Power of Storytelling in Kickstarter Marketing

Behind the Business, Case Study, Community Growth, Crowdfunding Campaign

Ever wondered how storytelling can transform your Kickstarter campaign? Or how to truly connect with your superfans?

How To Discover Your Target Market & Design For Them

Audience, Board Gaming, Case Study

Ever wondered how to pinpoint the perfect audience for your game? Join us in Episode 189 of Crowdfunding Nerds as Andrew and Sean sit down with Marco Pecota

Using Polls To Fix Crowdfunding Problems

Audience, Case Study, Crowdfunding Campaign, Video Games

Ever wondered why your Kickstarter campaign isn't hitting the mark? Or how some indie developers turn setbacks into triumphs?

Launching Your Second Kickstarter With Dave Beck

Board Gaming, Case Study, Crowdfunding Campaign, Pre-marketing

Are you ready to distill the secrets of a smash-hit board game? In episode 184 of Crowdfunding Nerds, Andrew and Sean are joined by the mastermind behind "Distilled," Dave Beck of Paverson Games!

Convention Prep & Your Customer’s Experience

Case Study, Community Growth, Conventions

Hey there, fellow convention enthusiasts and crowdfunding fans! Are you ready to level up your convention game?

A New Vision For Kickstarter: What This Means For You

Behind the Business, Case Study, Crowdfunding Campaign

Are you ready to dive into the future of Kickstarter and what it means for your crowdfunding campaigns?

How to Learn What Your Fans Want: A Deliverance Case Study

Audience, Case Study, Crowdfunding Campaign

In this episode, I'll reveal the power of polling your fans and why your email list might just be your golden ticket.

Kickstarter Stretch Goals: Smart or Sleazy?

Audience, Case Study, Community Growth, Crowdfunding Campaign

Are you ready to unlock the secrets behind crafting a campaign that not only meets but shatters its goals? Are Kickstarter stretch goals the smart way to go?

How To Sell 45,000 Games Post Kickstarter

Behind the Business, Case Study, Ecommerce, Personal Growth, Pre-marketing

Are you ready to dive into the world of board game creation with a sprinkle of deception and a dash of strategy?

Galactic Cruise – How To Launch With 13K Kickstarter Followers

Behind the Business, Board Gaming, Case Study, Community Growth, Crowdfunding Campaign

Join us for this cosmic conversation and learn how to keep your campaign cruising smoothly towards success.

Getting Investors For Game Development With Chris Skaggs

Behind the Business, Case Study, Video Games

Hey, Crowdfunding Nerds! Ready for a deep dive into the gaming world?

Selling Your Business & Game IP With Bryan Gonzales

Behind the Business, Case Study, Personal Growth

Are you ready to dive deep into the art of running a business not just for the day-to-day but with a grand finale in mind?

Energy & Nutrition For Crowdfunding Success With Julie Litchfield

Case Study, Nerding Out, Personal Growth

Are you ready to supercharge your energy levels and make better decisions in your crowdfunding ventures?

Perceived Value Vs Real Value

Behind the Business, Case Study, Ecommerce, Personal Growth

Hey there, fellow crowdfunding aficionados! Are you ready to unlock the secret sauce to turning those clicks into cash?

Sharks, Ice Cream, and a Revolutionary Marketing Odyssey

Audience, Behind the Business, Case Study, Community Growth, Nerding Out

Welcome to the wild ride that is episode #157 of Crowdfunding Nerds! Ever wondered what links sharks, ice cream, World of Warcraft, and marketing?

Table Presence: Crafting Irresistible Board Games

Board Gaming, Case Study

Welcome back to Crowdfunding Nerds, episode 151! Today we're thrilled to have Joe Slack with us. Ever wondered what makes a board game irresistible?

Navigating Crowdfunding Twists: Pivoting and Staying Positive

Behind the Business, Case Study, Crowdfunding Campaign, Facebook Ads, Personal Growth, Pre-marketing

Welcome to episode 149 of the Crowdfunding Nerds podcast! I’m your host, Andrew, along with my co-host, Sean. We discuss the importance of setting realistic expectations and not assuming that everything will go smoothly.