Late Pledges are Locking
over 2 years ago
– Fri, Dec 15, 2023 at 04:26:14 PM
Happy Friday, Pilots!
It's been a huge week for us over at 3301 HQ, with PAX Unplugged handily in the rear-view and our primary focus being the review of the manufactured prototypes from our friends over at WinGo. Between the live demos at the con and the prototypes we've gotten to see such a distilled version of our hard work coming together this month, and it makes us even more grateful to you, our supporters, who are helping us bring this dream to life.
Orders are Locked
Tonight orders for SALVAGE: Deep Space are going to lock so that we can finalize our headcount before manufacturing. If you're reading this message now, you may have already missed the window, but if you'd like to check the BackerKit to be sure, here's a link.
https://salvage-deep-space.backerkit.com/hosted_preorders
Updated BackerKit Timeline
In the interest of keeping you informed, we wanted to let you know how things are going to proceed now that the Late Pledges are locked. Backers will have 48 hours from when the store locks to submit survey responses, and we'll reach out to you if you're struggling to help in any way we can. If you're curious about your status, or need help with your order, please contact [email protected].
After that, it may be a while before we charge your credit cards. We would prefer not to hold any of your money until required, and so our billing date will be contingent on when we're required to submit our final payment to our manufacturing partner.
Once we receive the manufactured game boxes from WinGo, we'll follow-up again to confirm your address. And at that point we'll be able to determine the shipping charge. Thank you so much for your patience and understanding, while we figure out the best way to do this.
Exciting Distribution on the Horizon
We need to be vague for the time being, since some things are still in motion, but we wanted to warn you as early as possible that some exciting things in the world of distribution might impact our delivery timeline. The shortest version is, some distributors may prefer to have product shipped directly from WinGo to their locations, and while we're determining the scope of this impact we recognize it might touch our delivery timeline. We hope that you'll understand this is a big step forward for 3301, and it couldn't have happened without you.
Want to stay in the loop and be the first to know about our latest developments? You should follow us on social media! We're active on Facebook, Instagram, and to a lesser extent Twitter (X?!), and TikTok. You can find us by searching @3301Games on most platforms, and on TikTok, it's @3301Cap.
At 3301 Games, we're super passionate about what we do, and we want to connect with you! If you have any questions or concerns, don't hesitate to drop us a line. You can reach out to us anytime via email at:
Always know where your towel is,
Ben, Cap and Sean at 3301 Games
Final Chance for Late Pledges!
over 2 years ago
– Tue, Dec 12, 2023 at 04:28:15 PM
Hello Salvage Pilots!
The 3301 team is back from PAX Unplugged in Philadelphia and we had an absolutely incredible time. The love and support we feel from this community keeps us going, and now that the dust is starting to settle we’re back to finishing production on SALVAGE: Deep Space!
As we approach manufacturing lock on our project timeline, we wanted to provide you with a crucial update regarding the finalization of orders. Your support and enthusiasm have been invaluable, and we're thrilled to share these important details with you.
Locking Orders - December 15th:
Now that we’re back from the con we’re ready to confirm our final production count, but we don’t want to catch anyone off guard. If you have not finalized your choices or wish to make any adjustments, now is the time to do so. For those who haven't completed their surveys yet, please do so at your earliest convenience. If you have lost your survey, or just want a new one, don’t fret! Simply email [email protected] and we’ll get you sorted out.
Last Chance to Pre-Order:
This is also the final call for late pledges on BackerKit! If you have friends or family who have been considering taking the plunge into Deep Space, encourage them to take advantage of this last opportunity to pre-order and secure both a limited run Launch Edition box and a healthy discount!
Make Final Updates:
After the end of this week, any selections made to 70mm Statuettes, miniatures, or add-ons will be locked. At the risk of redundancy, we can’t stress enough how important it is to log in to BackerKit and make your final selections. Please email us ([email protected]) for a new survey or assistance if you get stuck.
Big Things Coming:
Although we can’t announce anything yet, PAX Unplugged was a big event for 3301, as we began conversations that could impact the future of SALVAGE: Deep Space and the company as a whole (all good things!) As some of these conversations could impact our fulfillment pipeline, we wanted to give you as much heads up as possible before anything is official. Our little labor of love is all grown up and catching some attention, and whatever comes our way we’ll keep you informed. Thank you for helping us launch our dream!
Want to stay in the loop and be the first to know about our latest developments? You should follow us on social media! We're active on Facebook, Instagram, and to a lesser extent Twitter (X?!), and TikTok. You can find us by searching @3301Games on most platforms, and on TikTok, it's @3301Cap.
At 3301 Games, we're super passionate about what we do, and we want to connect with you! If you have any questions or concerns, don't hesitate to drop us a line. You can reach out to us anytime via email at:
Always know where your towel is,
Ben, Cap and Sean at 3301 Games
SALVAGE: Deep Space at PAX U 2023!
over 2 years ago
– Sun, Dec 03, 2023 at 07:02:52 AM
Transmission incoming, Pilots!
Things continue to develop over here, in the most exciting ways. We’ve gotten our real-world eyeballs on the prototype kits from WinGo and we can’t wait to share them with some of you at PAX Unplugged! If this email hits your inbox it’s because you’re one of the people helping us bring this game to life. Even if you aren’t going to be able to meet up with us in person this weekend, we’re so thrilled to have your support. Here’s a rundown of what we’ll be up to the next few days in Philadelphia to introduce and promote SALVAGE: Deep Space to the world.
PAX Unplugged
One of our favorite conventions every year, and one where we’ve met some of the game’s best friends. We’ll be in town all weekend, running demos, showcasing the game, and sharing our passion for legacy tabletop gaming with you. Please drop by Booth 3914 any time to say “hi!”
Exclusive Miniature & Painted Statuettes
Also, as a backer, you’re welcome to drop by the booth and pick up a complementary Evolved Xenomartian Mini (unpainted). Just remind us you’re a backer, and it’s yours! We’ll also be giving away one painted statuette every day, so feel free to drop by more than once in the weekend.
Collectibles to Support Development
You can also pick up a few collectibles to support development beyond the convention exclusive miniature. We’ll have 70mm unpainted statuettes and Salvage Pilot Pins, both limited in number. Drop by the booth (3914) to see our on-site discounts, and help us fund our next project(s).
Demo Table Times
For the very first time, you can now go hands-on with SALVAGE: Deep Space for yourself. We’ll be running demos all weekend, with five time slots available every day. For the full SALVAGE experience, we recommend playing in groups of four–but if you have an odd number (or flying solo)--don’t let that discourage you. Reach out to us here or on social media if you want to grab a time slot early.
The journey's ongoing, and having you with us means the world. Your support keeps us inspired. Stay tuned for updates, and hopefully, we'll catch you at PAX Unplugged!
Want to stay in the loop and be the first to know about our latest developments? You should follow us on social media! We're active on Facebook, Instagram, and to a lesser extent Twitter (X?!), and TikTok. You can find us by searching @3301Games on most platforms, and on TikTok, it's @3301Cap.
At 3301 Games, our passion fuels everything we do, and we're excited to build a connection with you. If you ever have questions or just want to chat, drop us a line. You can reach out anytime via email at:
Always know where your towel is,
Ben, Cap, and Sean at 3301 Games
PAX Unplugged Exclusives and Manufacturing Progress!
over 2 years ago
– Fri, Nov 17, 2023 at 02:29:17 PM
Greetings Pilots!
Everyone over here at 3301 Command is humming with anticipation over what we have in store. Not only are we going to be able to share a little more with you about our PAX Unplugged Exclusives, including our first ever playable on-site, but we have some exciting progress to share from our manufacturing partners over at WinGo.
Manufacturing Update
The incredible people over at WinGo have been putting together pre-production prototypes for us, which we’re excited to share with you at PAX. We’re working closely with them, and they send along video and photos as things come together. We’ve selected some pieces to share with you.
Here you can see sheets of cards for the game, before they’re cut to size and shape. This gives a little peek into the cybernetics and adversaries you’ll be up against during the game. We were careful in our material selections so that SALVAGE feels good to play, as we’ve handled our fair share of cards over the years–and as players we know the value of hand feel.
Here you can see many of our Mission Tiles, before they’re cut to size and shape, eventually mounted double-sided on the board backing that will give them durability and weight. It’s so exciting for us to see the pieces of our world laid out, as the Mission Tiles do a lot of scene setting. Not only will we eventually be reviewing these in person to make sure they have excellent glance value, but to ensure the evoke the right sensation of the places SALVAGE will take your crew.
Any game like SALVAGE is also going to be filled with specialty components, which arrive on Punchboards like those you see here. These aren’t final, as we expect refinements may be necessary after receiving feedback from our Demo Players at PAX Unplugged, but barring some minor tweaks this should give you an excellent idea of the scope of tokens, adversaries, loot, and terrain within the game.
Lastly, for manufacturing, we have a video of the components being printed. This may start to sound repetitive, but it hasn’t lost it’s truth–we cannot wait to share these with you and all of our fans in December at PAX Unplugged in Philadelphia.
PAX Unplugged - Dec 1-3
PAX Unplugged is going to be a very big event for us this year. Here are the biggest things you need to know:
- You can get an exclusive PAX Unplugged Xenomartian miniature
- You can play SALVAGE: Deep Space!
- It’s your last chance to get the game before prices rise
- You might leave with a free painted 70mm Salvage Statuette
To quote a favorite wartime Federation broadcast: “would you like to know more?” Keep reading!
PAX Exclusive Miniature
If you’ve seen us at any conventions this year, then you may have picked up one of our adversary miniatures unique to each event. These one-of-a-kind milestones from the development of the game are fully playable, and they also reflect the development of the game as we experimented with alternative adversary status tracking methods. At PAX Unplugged this year we’ll have a Xenomartian Evolved adversary mini. These unique looking space bugs hail from [REDACTED] and cause an abnormal amount of chaos for even experienced Salvage Pilots. Who knows how long it might take to run into these bad bugs, but when you do it might be nice to have a miniature or two to represent them on the tabletop. Come by booth 3914 to get yours.
Test Play SALVAGE: Deep Space!
We've got something new and exciting for you at PAX Unplugged this year! It's the first time we're setting up a demo table, and we'd love for you to be a part of it. Just swing by Booth 3914 or look around for the demo table, and you can sign up with a group of up to four pilots. This is your chance to dive into the world of SALVAGE, feel the game in your hands, and be part of the action. If you like what you try, you’ll be able to pledge all weekend on BackerKit at the kickstarter pledge price.
After PAX Unplugged, Pledges Close!
If you’ve been waiting in the wings to see SALVAGE cross the finish line before risking your hard earned credits: we understand. We’ve been there. However, December 3rd will be the last day you can pledge for SALVAGE: Deep Space at what works out to almost half the final retail price. There will also be a freeze on new orders of any kind between December 3rd and early next year while we account for final production numbers. So don’t wait too much longer!
Want to stay in the loop and be the first to know about our latest developments? You should follow us on social media! We're active on Facebook, Instagram, and to a lesser extent Twitter (X?!), and TikTok. You can find us by searching @3301Games on most platforms, and on TikTok, it's @3301Cap.
At 3301 Games, we're super passionate about what we do, and we want to connect with you! If you have any questions or concerns, don't hesitate to drop us a line. You can reach out to us anytime via email at:
Always know where your towel is,
Ben, Cap and Sean at 3301 Games
Asset Delivery and PAX Unplugged!
over 2 years ago
– Fri, Nov 03, 2023 at 01:59:30 PM
Hailing all Salvage Pilots!
We come to you this Update Friday with thrilling news on the SALVAGE: Deep Space adventure, and it's all thanks to your unwavering support that we've reached this point.
Assets Delivered to WinGo Games
We're excited to announce that we've successfully delivered all projected components to our trusted manufacturing partner, WinGo Games. We’ve received confirmation of delivery, and they’ve been a delight to work with every step of the way. They’re also helping us with another big project milestone…
First Pre-Production Prototypes at PAX Unplugged
It's a big moment in our journey, and we're delighted to showcase the first pre-production prototypes from WinGo Games at PAX Unplugged. These prototypes are a testament to the intricate craftsmanship that has gone into crafting SALVAGE, and we can't wait to share them with you. Although they’re not truly final (we’ll have only seen them a few days prior to the convention) they’ll give you a good sense of the component design, and after we make any required revisions the game will be truly final.
Join Us at PAX Unplugged
So mark your calendars for December 1-3, as we make our way to PAX Unplugged in the heart of Philadelphia. This convention holds a special place in our hearts, and it's long overdue we had an opportunity to connect with both old friends (and new.) Our booth, number 3914, will be your hub for all things SALVAGE!
Goodies Galore
When you visit us at Booth 3914, you'll discover a veritable supply cache of SALVAGE goodies. We’ll have painted 70mm Salvage Suit statuettes you might be able to take home, unpainted statuettes available for purchase to support the game, exclusive Salvage Pilot Pins, and the limited-edition PAX Unplugged convention miniature. There's something for every dystopian scifi adventurer!
Join Us for Demos
And that's not all! We're thrilled to announce that for the first time we'll be running a demo table at PAX Unplugged. Come to Booth 3914 or find the demo table itself to sign up in groups of up to four. It's your chance to experience the wonders of SALVAGE firsthand and join in the adventure.
Prices Rise Soon!
PAX Unplugged will also be our last opportunity for backers to late pledge at the Kickstarter price. If you or someone you know has been holding off–now’s the time to strike! After December 3rd the price will rise to almost double the pledge price.
The journey is far from over, and we're incredibly grateful to have you as part of this endeavor. Your enthusiasm and support continue to inspire us, and we can't wait to share more updates as we move forward. We hope to see you at PAX Unplugged!
Want to stay in the loop and be the first to know about our latest developments? You should follow us on social media! We're active on Facebook, Instagram, and to a lesser extent Twitter (X?!), and TikTok. You can find us by searching @3301Games on most platforms, and on TikTok, it's @3301Cap.
At 3301 Games, we're super passionate about what we do, and we want to connect with you! If you have any questions or concerns, don't hesitate to drop us a line. You can reach out to us anytime via email at:
Always know where your towel is,
Ben, Cap and Sean at 3301 Games
