Solid State War game begins playtesting

[okumarts]

Wow, this is looking so awesome. I will definitely buy this even though I doubt I'll get a chance to play. Very inspiring!

[Dave]

It's ready! Now I'm going to finish up the 3D models of the Tigress and test out a couple of new variants I've been thinking about. I planned to release the Tigress expansion with the starter set, but I just couldn't wait.

[Dave]

Funny enough, this is my 101st product release. It definitely feels like a milestone.

Well I've got one fellow on BoardGameGeek who's interested in reviewing the game. I'm nervous that I've overlooked something, or that folks just won't get the setting. It's hard to know if everything will gel in the right way for other people.

Even if there's something wrong, leading game companies release games and then release pages of errata shortly after. I don't expect there to be a lot of errors in my rulebook, but I shouldn't beat myself up if somebody finds a flaw. Updating a PDF is easy. I probably don't have anything to worry about.

[emergencyoverride]

It looks super duper man! I'll be picking this up Friday. Do you think the 3d planes will be done by then? If not that's cool. It'll give me something to look forward to. ;D

[Dave]

Friday's probably a safe bet for the first vehicle pack. I'm aiming for Thursday. I don't think I'll be finished with it sooner that that, because I want to playtest the new Tigress variants that'll be going into it.

The Tigress expansion will include 2D and 3D versions of all the jets in the starter pack, at least 2 variants with new weapon and equipment options. It'll also include two all-new color schemes (one for the State, and one for the Rebels) and maybe a couple of fun ones if I get inspired. I'd really like to see some stripes on a Tigress...

I'm also planning to release unpainted versions so you can color your own.

[kiladecus]

Now that is COOL! Having your own planes in your own colors! AWESOME!

[Dave]

Having a nice big think about the first supplement for the game.

For the win-win-win scenario, I think I'll start with a free supplement that contains 3D models of all the jets in the Air War Starter Set. If you like the game and want to add 3D models, you can get them at no additional charge. And it's a cool thing for people who just want some free models. I'll be sure to include a teaser for the game, so the free models act as free advertising.

The second supplement will go ahead as planned. It'll cost a couple of bucks, and it'll include all-new skins for the Tigress, and a couple of variants to give you new equipment options. The jets will be offered as both 2D game pieces and 3D models. So you can use it as a gaming product, or a gaming product with 3D models, or just 3D models. Should be something for just about anyone.

[grendelsmother64]

How much coffee do you drink, David?
You are insane! (and I mean that in a good way).

That stuff looks really cool.
And your graphics are top notch.

Shawn