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Idle Thumbs

Idle Thumbs is a podcast network based in San Francisco. Its shows include the weekly video game podcasts Idle Thumbs and Three Moves Ahead, and the monthly Idle Thumbs book club podcast.
http://www.idlethumbs.net/

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    Word Realms by Asymmetric

    A roleplaying video game where words CAN hurt you.

    Successful!
    • 121% funded
    • $121,442 pledged
    • Funded
      Jun 21, 2012

    The guys who make Kingdom of Loathing are making a video game about words! That seems like a pretty good idea.

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    The Return of Tom vs. Bruce by Bruce Geryk

    Tom Chick and Bruce Geryk wrote one of the iconic player-vs-player columns in videogaming. They want to bring it back!

    Successful!
    • 135% funded
    • $13,545 pledged
    • Funded
      Jun 28, 2012

    Two smart guys want to bring back a smart column about head-to-head multiplayer gaming. Help them do it.

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    Gateway: The Book of Wizards by SeanAndrewMurray

    A field guide to the most famous and infamous practitioners of the Magical Arts in the Great City of Gateway.

    Successful!
    • 250% funded
    • $25,062 pledged
    • Funded
      May 30, 2012

    A crucial reference text.

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    Tammany Hall by Pandasaurus Games

    Tammany Hall is a board game of backstabbing, corruption, temporary alliances and taking power at all costs.

    Successful!
    • 432% funded
    • $151,483 pledged
    • Funded
      Jun 16, 2012

    We are intrigued by the core mechanics of Tammany Hall and can't wait to get our hands on it. We talk a lot about how core mechanics can yield engrossing implied narratives and Tammany Hall seems ripe for just such a play experience. Go get it!

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    Gutenberg! The Musical - A Breaking Fourth Production by Nick Herman

    We want to bring Gutenberg! The Musical! to Sixth St Playhouse in Santa Rosa, CA. And you want to help us!

    Successful!
    • 104% funded
    • $6,298 pledged
    • Funded
      May 18, 2012

    We can vouch for the talent behind this two man show. If you're anywhere near Northern California, you're not going to want to miss it! And if you're far away nothing gets the ladies and the men like showing you are a true patron of the arts.

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    FTL: Faster Than Light by Subset Games

    FTL is a spaceship simulation roguelike-like. Its aim is to recreate the atmosphere of running a spaceship exploring the galaxy.

    Successful!
    • 2,005% funded
    • $200,542 pledged
    • Funded
      Apr 01, 2012

    We played FTL in the Independent Game Festival and can confirm its high quality as a space-themed video game. Chris Remo, Nick Breckon, and Steve Gaynor will all be appearing as crew members in the shipping game.

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    Artisan Dice by Charlie Brumfield

    Handmade Dice for the Discerning Gamer

    Successful!
    • 30,514% funded
    • $91,542 pledged
    • Funded
      Apr 07, 2012

    Hold these hand crafted artisanal dice in your hands. Note their weight. Appreciate their fine finish. Discern your games.

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    Double Fine Adventure by Double Fine Productions

    An adventure game from Tim Schafer, Double Fine, and YOU!

    Successful!
    • 834% funded
    • $3,336,371 pledged
    • Funded
      Mar 13, 2012

    Our fellow San Franciscans at Double Fine didn't need our help to succeed, but that won't stop them being on this page.

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    Make LA Game Space possible—Best Game Bundle Ever for $15! by LA Game Space

    Help create a global resource that will foster interesting, exciting games for years to come.

    Successful!
    • 134% funded
    • $335,657 pledged
    • Funded
      Dec 07, 2012

    This place looks like a dreamland for an Idle Thumbs reader. Plus, NIDHOGG!