Weekly Update
almost 4 years ago – Tue, Jun 07, 2022 at 08:46:21 PM

Hi all!

It has been taking quite a bit of time (4-7 days per response) to get email responses from our representative of at LongPack games regarding getting production underway but we just got an email in last night.  Basically, the manufacture is dealing with post-lockdown issues and appears to be swamped.  As soon as I get more communications from them I will pass along that information to you.

When I last worked with this company in the production of Darkness the response time of emails were a day or two.  Everything appears to be in turmoil now and at this stage I'm not interested in looking at other manufacturing vendors.  LongPack's quality is exceptional and I want to product something I'm proud of, not just get something out the door.

I'll continue to send weekly updates as new information comes in.

Taylor Hayward

Green Meadow Games

Weekly Update
almost 4 years ago – Tue, May 31, 2022 at 03:17:11 PM

Hi all!

I received word back from the manufacturer's rep and he said he was having some issues getting into the Google sheet I sent over to him due to issues being in lockdown.  Being behind the great firewall of China his VPN access is better at work.  His outside team was able to get access to the spreadsheet and the images files and now we're discussing the ins-and-outs of the order.

One thing that came up was the size of the playmat.  My design was BIG!  I'm going to have to trim the size a bit  I may well just end up having the discard and draw piles be off the mat, need be.  I'll keep you posted on how that goes.

The first printing of the game will be 3000 units.  This will be more than enough units for all the backers plus some retailers who've requested the game.  As a game designer it's hard to know which of your games is going to do well and I have to say, while people love Darkness for its novelty, and portability, Dawn is really resonating with people.  It wouldn't surprise me if I get more orders by the time the packages roll in.

I'll be bringing Dawn to Essen this year to show folks and check out all the new games on the market.  Some consider attending the show a right of passage for game designers and I'm really excited to be heading there.  My room is booked and I'm ready to go.  (do I get a victory point for this trip?)  If you're there don't hesitate to hit me up.  I would love to pretend to be an ally with you in Dawn.  :-)

Thank you all for backing Dawn, and I hope you're enjoying a great Memorial Day [if you're in the States]

Weekly Update - May 21st
almost 4 years ago – Sun, May 22, 2022 at 06:53:08 PM

Here's a quick update on where things are at.  I'm waiting to hear back from the manufacturer on the files I sent last weekend.  I sent them an email for follow up on Wednesday but historically the like to have a thorough go at everything before they respond.  I sent them over 100 images files so they have a lot to chew on.

In the meantime I'm taking advantage of the down time to canvas for a few more fulfillment quotes from fulfillment houses.  It's good to have backups and to see what the prices are out there now.

If anyone has any questions feel free to post it here on the Kickstarter page and I'll get right back to you.

By the way, did you know you can play Dawn right now on Table Top Simulator?  Here's the Steam link to check it out!

You can also try out my first game, Darkness on there as well.  Both great games for free!

Cheers!

Taylor

Weekly Update 1
almost 4 years ago – Sun, May 15, 2022 at 01:37:49 AM

Hi All!

After much wrangling with Kickstarter I'm FINALLY getting your messages that you post here emailed to me, so know I know how people are feeling about delays, etc.  Which I currently feel terrible about.

Some good new!

I sent over the complete list of files the manufacturer will need to product the game.  I'm sure they'll have (more) feedback on adjustments, but they now have everything they need for the base game, upgrade items, etc.  What a time to be alive.

It's become clear after reading your messages you want to know exactly what's going on and don't mind receiving updates even if there isn't much new news.  SO, I've decided to change the updates to a weekly instead of every four to eight weeks.

I will send out an update next weekend on what the manufacture comes back with on how all the files are looking and keep you posted on next steps, estimates, etc.

Stay tuned,

Taylor

May Update
almost 4 years ago – Mon, May 09, 2022 at 02:03:11 AM

Hi All!

Sorry I haven't gotten back to your messages.  For some reason Kickstarters don't come through to me.  I've contacted Kickstarter several times, and they claim they've fixed it but it doesn't fix.  I just keep getting the message below when I log in.  If you need to reach me feel free to contact me directly at [email protected]

Here's where the game is at.  I'm 70 cards are done now waiting on 14 cards to be graphically edited (all the illustrations are done) before all the graphics files are okay for the manufacturer.  I hope to have these done in the new few weeks.  You can see the list below.

Stay tuned folks, and again, please email me at [email protected] with any questions or concerns.

Taylor Hayward

Green Meadow Games