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Hello all!

I'm here with your monthly Mystery Snacks update to let you know how the project is going and give hints about the final work where I can. 

This month, all writers got their first drafts in on time, I’ve had a chance to check them over and give feedback, and final draft phase is kicked off with two writers already submitting their final drafts! There’s still a couple weeks before final drafts are due and we kick off final layout, but, in the meantime, I think I can share the working titles for all the mysteries so far as a sneak peek!

Already announced in the campaign, written by Steph:

Working titles and some keyword hints (may change since we’re still in draft phases) from stretch goal guest writers:

Everything so far is on track, and I’ll keep you updated at our next check in for June!

This update and updates on other TTRPGkids projects can be found in the monthly Dev Log on the TTRPGkids website!

Thank you for supporting the project and checking on on this month's status, and, until next update (late June), happy gaming!

Thank you, 
Steph C, TTRPGkids.com

 Hello all!

The Mystery Snacks campaign is rolling along with guest writers on track for their first drafts!  I am LOVING some of the ideas they've come up with, but I don't want to confirm titles just yet in case things change during draft revisions. 

So far, I can say though, there have been ideas floating around that have touched on chaotic geese, a ghost writer, a community stew, automotons, and a circus!   Like I said, these may change, but, in general, I think the current topics chosen really show a wide range of settings and mysteries, which is what I wanted to see.  I'm hoping to share some tentative titles with you next time too!

For completed and next steps, here's a summary of what I'm tracking, and there's a more detailed discussion and update in the TTRPGkids Dev Log #20 on website.   Basically, we're on track with the current focus being on drafts:

 

I'll be sending another update in late May, check out the pre-order store if you missed the campaign, and I hope to have more to share with you soon!

Thank you,
Steph, TTRPGkids.com
 

Hello all!

The Mystery Snacks campaign ended about a month ago, and since then, I've kicked off guest writers and set up the pre-order store!

Also, What if World podcast did do an episode featuring one of the original Mystery Snacks adventures!  Check it out for a sneak peek at how one of these mysteries might play, and I highly recommend exploring the other What if World episodes for any kids who enjoy storytelling and games.  Check out the post + episode here!

 

For completed and next steps, here's a summary of what I'm tracking, and there's a more detailed discussion and update in the monthly Dev Log post on the TTRPGkids website here.

COMPLETED:

You can expect the next update in late April, and, until then, happy gaming!
Steph Campbell
TTRPGkids.com

 

We hit another stretch goal for Mystery Snacks!!!

I am very happy to welcome Dan, creator of Almost Bedtime Theater podcast and The Librarian's Apprentice (and many other cool games) to the writing team!

We will now have 7 full pre-made mysteries in the book!

And...

We're on our way to another stretch goal on the final day!

Our fifth stretch goal is to add Cezar Capacle, creator of systems like Push and Triple-O (which is currently the #1 Zinetopia project), onto Mystery Snacks to write another scenario for the anthology!

This will probably be the last stretch goal for Mystery Snacks, unless there's a MASSIVE rush at the end, and I also think that there's a decent chance we could reach this on our last day as folks are checking out projects before they end!  I would love to work with Cezar on this and bring his creativity to the project, so... fingers crossed!

Bundle highlight time!

As we get to the end, I want to just remind folks that I do have a few discounted bundles available in the campaign so you can get previous TTRPGkids projects along with Mystery Snacks. 

There's a digital bundle for $50 and a physical + digital bundle for $115 that gets you this game and 6 other books/games.  It also includes the voice actor narrated click-to-choose slides for A Construct's Nature in addition to the book.

And... my next update for you will be tomorrow!  I may have a quick update in the morning depending on how the campaign is going (and how many Backerkit-generated emails I see the platform sending out between now and then), and I will DEFINITELY post an update after the campaign closes so I can go over final results and let you know when you'll be getting status updates between now and fulfillment. 

As always, THANK YOU for helping to make this project happen and finding interest in the work, and... happy gaming!!

Steph C, TTRPGkids.com

Hello all!

The Mystery Snacks campaign is now closed!

And Stretch Goal #5 was funded on the last day!!!

It was AWESOME seeing this hit the goal right at the end, and I am geeked to get to work with Cezar on this!

This also means that the final game will have 8 total mysteries!  

Thank you all for your support during the campaign.  Because of you backing the project, we are not only able to update the base game into physical format but also more than double the number of pre-made mysteries included AND hire 5 amazing writers to add their XP to the project. 

To keep you updated on how we plan to get this game out to you, I have our planned timeline below, and I'll be giving updates between now and fulfillment to highlight what work has been done so far and if there's any expected changes. 

Current priorities are in bold and the rest of the schedule is shown for transparency.  This may change (for example, if proof copies aren't looking great, we may need to order another round OR if the first proof is good, we may be able to fulfill early), but if it does, I will let you know ASAP and explain any adjustments.
 

You can expect a check in update here in late March where I'll let you know how the bold items above are going and how we're shifting into the next month.

Again, THANK YOU for backing the project and helping us to not only fund but expand on the original game.  I appreciate your support, and I am excited to get Mystery Snacks into your hands soon!

Thank you, 
Steph, TTRPGkids.com