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Update #6

The Future of Level Up

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We'd like to thank everyone for the wonderful support and feedback we've received regarding the Level Up project.

While the Kickstarter was not successful, we do fully intend to make Level Up a reality with outside funding sources, so please keep in touch to find out ways you can still be involved in getting the project off the ground in the future.

Please contact gabe@pinkgorillagames.com or nathan@pinkgorillagames.com with inquiries about investment opportunities for Level Up.

Thank you all again, and stay tuned! We'll make it happen.

-Pink Gorilla

Update #5

Concept Design: The Main Bar

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Everyone has been wondering what Level Up will actually look like. Well, you asked for it, so here it is!

The image below is an actual concept design for the interior of the lounge, more specifically the main bar area. While this image is still a rough draft, it's pretty darn close to what it will actually look like.

More concept images like this to come.

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Update #4

NEW VIDEO!

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Follow Leslie from Pink Gorilla on her adventures through Cat Quest, then share this video with your friends and help make this dream come true!

[view the extended edition here]

More news and updates to come! Stay tuned.

Hey! Want to promote your local business, website, or band?

Did you know you can get YOUR AD running on Level Up's in-house display screen for an ENTIRE YEAR!? All it takes is a pledge at the "Illusionist" Level and you'll get your name on a TV and the chance to reach thousands with your message. Hurry though--This reward is limited!

Do you make or perform music? DJ? Chiptune? Nerdcore?

You may have already guessed that Level Up will be a prime venue for music events, with a sharp focus on the music of gaming culture. Imagine YOU headlining for some of the hottest gaming industry parties and special events in Seattle's top gaming club!

Are you a game developer? Work in the industry?

Seattle is home to some of the greatest game development teams on the planet, and we want to celebrate at Level Up! Treat your staff and your fans to a private industry party, or a debut showcase of your latest and greatest games. The gaming community has never had a more fitting place to party!

Thank you all for your wonderful support so far! Share this link and keep urging friends to join in on building this place together!

-Pink Gorilla

Update #3

Location Update

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We know you've all been curious about the location, and while we can't reveal it publicly yet, we'd like to let you in on some more details, and provide the opportunity for you to find out.

  • First of all, we can tell you where it WON'T be: Level Up will NOT be U-District, International District, West Seattle, Bellevue, Redmond, or anywhere else besides Seattle. It will NOT be south of Pink Gorilla's ID location, west of Pink Gorilla West, or north of Pink Gorilla U-District. It will NOT be in Belltown or Pioneer Square.
  • Next, we can't tell everyone yet, but here's how YOU can find out: All backers of $200 or more are eligible to find out the location upon signing a non-disclosure agreement. Contact us in a private message for more details.
  • The location will be revealed to everyone publicly the minute the funding goal is reached. But timing is essential. The faster we reach goal, the faster we can lock in our location.

In other news, we've added another new reward!--Blacksmith Level ($20): At this level, you will get to attend the Level Up groundbreaking ceremony (AKA PIZZA PARTY!), to take place at Level Up before it undergoes remodeling! You'll get a first look at the venue, and a night of food, drinks, music, and gaming, compliments of Pink Gorilla.

Remember to read our FAQ, ask questions, share the Kickstarter link with your social networks, and like PinkGorillaGames on facebook and/or follow @PinkGorillaLLC on Twitter to receive the latest updates.

Thank you again for your continued support!

Update #2

Newly Added Rewards & More!

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We've made some changes to the main page, and added some cool new rewards! Check it out:

* ALL backers of $35 or more, will now receive a Pink Gorilla Lanyard! Perfect to hold your Level Up membership card!

* BARBARIAN LEVEL ($75) will earn you a special PG Hoodie!

* HYDRA LEVEL ($100) will earn you a large high-quality canvas print of any of our wide selection of Pink Gorilla tee deigns, past or present, your choice!

* STORM THE CASTLE LEVEL ($300) will land you a private event at Level Up for you and up to 100 people during the daylight hours. 

* MASON LEVEL has been updated to include a canvas portrait of you above your booth, and a copy for you to take home!

STAY TUNED for more updates, rewards, and COMING SOON...
A NEW PROMO VIDEO! 

Remember to read our FAQ, ask questions, share the Kickstarter link with your social networks, and like PinkGorillaGames on facebook and/or follow @PinkGorillaLLC on Twitter to receive the latest updates.

Thank you again for your continued support!

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    * MAN-SERVANT LEVEL* Your name on the Wall of Magnificence & membership to Founder’s Club. One night of VIP service at Level Up, where the hunky Pink Gorilla MANager, Gabe, will cheerfully wait on only you and up to five friends (and if you ask nicely, he might even dance for you in his special outfit). At the end of the night, all members of your party will take home a Level Up pint glass as a souvenir. (Reward must be redeemed within one year of Level Up's opening)

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    * ASSASSIN LEVEL * Your name on the Wall of Magnificence & membership to Founder’s Club. On any given night, the Assassin has the right to always skip to the front of the line, and always be on the guest list as many times as they choose for one full year. (+ a Level Up pint glass)

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    * SCRIBE LEVEL * Your name on the Wall of Magnificence & membership to Founder’s Club. Create and name your own specialty drink for the Club Kujira cocktail menu that will be used exclusively at member’s-only events. Receive the menu printed as a canvas scroll to use at home and show off to friends. (+ a Level Up pint glass)

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    * ILLUSIONIST LEVEL * Your name on the Wall of Magnificence & membership to Founder’s Club. Your name on one of Level Up’s flat-screen TV monitors, AND your personal message or advertisement in rotation on Level Up’s slideshow monitor. (+ a Level Up pint glass)

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    * MASON LEVEL * Your name on the Wall of Magnificence & membership to Founder’s Club. Your name on a Level Up booth, and the right to reserve your booth for you and your friends at all member’s-only events, and the ability to reserve it up to 5 times during the year on any regular night. You will also have a small portrait of yourself rendered by a talented local artist, and hung above the booth, and a canvas copy of your portrait to take home! (+ a Level Up pint glass)

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    * GAMER OF THRONES * Your name on the Wall of Magnificence & membership to Founder’s Club. A large portrait of you, rendered by a talented local artist, will be printed on canvas and hung in the Level Up lavatory across from the porcelain throne. The Gamer of Thrones also retains the right to always be first in line to the bathroom at any occasion. You will also receive your own copy of your portrait printed on canvas to hang in your castle. (+ a Level Up pint glass)

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    * ALCHEMIST LEVEL * Your name on the Wall of Magnificence & membership to Founder’s Club. Create and name your own drink that will forever be listed on Level Up’s primary drink menu. Additionally, a portrait of you, rendered by a talented local artist, will be printed on canvas and hung above the bar. You will also receive your own copy of your portrait printed on canvas to hang in your castle. (+ a Level Up pint glass)

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    * KNIGHTS TEMPLAR * Your name on the Wall of Magnificence & membership to Founder’s Club. Your name on the one and only VIP table, reserved specially for you during all member’s-only events. Additionally, reserve it up to 10 times for you and your friends on any regular night. (+ a Level Up pint glass)

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    * BARD LEVEL * Your name on the Wall of Magnificence & Membership to Founder’s Club. A very large portrait of you, rendered by a talented local artist, will be printed on canvas and hung in the Level Up Music Game Room. You will additionally have the right to reserve this room for you and your friends up to 10 times on any night of the year. You will also receive your own copy of your portrait printed on canvas to hang in your castle. (+ a Level Up pint glass)

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    * OVERLORD * Your name on the Wall of Magnificence & membership to Founder’s Club. Your name and portrait, rendered by a talented local artist, will adorn the Level Up VIP loft. Your special VIP lair will be available to you during all member’s-only events, and additionally reserve it up to 6 times for you and your friends on any regular night, without cover or having to wait in line. You will also receive your own copy of your portrait printed on canvas to hang in your castle. (+ a Level Up pint glass)

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    * COSPLAY QUEEN * Your name on the Wall of Magnificence & membership to Founder’s Club. On one available date, rent out the entire fully-staffed Level Up facility for your very own private event. Choose a cosplay theme from your favorite video game and our whole staff will dress accordingly for the party! In addition, Level Up will permanently keep a special crown onsite, reserved only for you to wear whenever you grace us with your presence. You will never have to wait in any line for anything while wearing your crown. (+ a Level Up pint glass)

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    * COSPLAY KING * Your name on the Wall of Magnificence & membership to Founder’s Club. On one available date, rent out the entire fully-staffed Level Up facility for your very own private event. Choose a cosplay theme from your favorite video game and our whole staff will dress accordingly for the party! In addition, Level Up will permanently keep a special crown onsite, reserved only for you to wear whenever you grace us with your presence. You will never have to wait in any line for anything while wearing your crown. (+ a Level Up pint glass)

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    * PATRON SAINT OF LEVEL UP * Your name on the Wall of Magnificence & Membership to Founder’s Club. You will forever be known as The Patron Saint of Level Up, the most prestigious title in all the land! In your honor, a plaque with your name, and a seriously HUGE portrait of you will be painted on canvas by a talented local artist, framed, and permanently hung in the entryway to Level Up for all to admire and pay tribute to. The Patron Saint will also have the power to reserve the entire fully-staffed Level Up facility two times for private events, receive a full-size canvas copy of their portrait, plus many more benefits during member’s-only events that are far too numerous to list! (+ a Level Up pint glass)

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