There has been a recent explosion of crowdfunded games that have managed to see the light of day thanks to the support and enthusiasm of people on crowdfunding sites like Kickstarter and Indiegogo.
These games include variations of popular modern recreational gaming activities such as laser tag and paintball. Picture laser tag with unlimited players or variations of paintball where you get to control a giant paintball-hurling robot. These are the kinds of audacious gaming concepts that conventional investors would scoff at, but are still granted a chance by people on crowdfunding websites.
Crowdfunded games also include more educational games designed to stimulate learning, as well as games accessible to people with physical ailments.
From video games to real-world arena games to socially good entertainment, these crowdfunded games and gaming accessories have all left a mark in their own unique way.
50 Crowdfunded Games

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Power-Ready Computer Desks
This Set-Up by Gamers Paradise is the Ideal Gaming Desk

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Realistic Digital Paintbrushes
The Sensu Brush is the Ultimate Painting Device for iPad
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Crowdfunding Apps
SellanApp Lets Anyone Gain Funding and Connect with Developers
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Endangered Virtual Pet Games
Pets Endangered Species Lets You Take Care of Disappearing Animals
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Zombified Playing Cards
The Deck of the Dead Manipulates Each Suit Into Zombie Delights
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8-Bit Booze Containers
The NES Cartridge Flasks Let You Get Your Game and Drink On
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Bulletproof Playing Cards
These Cards by Sly Kly are Made From 100 Percent Carbon Fiber
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Animal Simulation Video Games
The Bear Simulator Game Lets You Live a Bear's Life
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Interactive Arcade-Style Literature
The Choosatron Marks Interactive Reading's Return
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Humongous Paintball Robots
MegaBots Are Giant Robots That Hurl Paintballs At Each Other
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Brainwave Reading Video Games
This Kickstarter Project Lets You 'Throw Trucks with Your Mind'
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Game-Enhancing Smartphone Sheaths
The WynCASE is Designed to Make Mobile Gaming Less of a Hassle
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Interactive Game Projectors
The Lumo Interactive Projector Turns Kids' Rooms Into Playgrounds
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Playground-Connecting Fitness Systems
The HYBRIDPLAY Fitness Gaming Device Makes Kids More Active
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App-Controlled Paper Planes
The Carbon Flyer Paper Plane Can Be Controlled Via Smartphone
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Anti-Cheating Computer Devices
David Titarenco's Game:Ref Aims to Curb Gamer Mouse Hacks
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Psychological Storytelling Apps
This Life Coach App and Game Experience Pulls Data From Your Phone
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Retro Drawing Game Tablets
The Etcher: Etch-A-Sketch for iPad Combines Old and New Technology
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Retro Console Converters
The iOS GameDock Turns Your iDevice Into an Old School System
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Social Good Entertainment
Global Good Games Aims to Shift the Video Gaming Paradigm
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Media Machine Consoles
The 'Qubi' Media Center Has Everything You Need for Entertainment
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Futuristic 8-Bit Board Games
The NMI Laser Team Develops This Vibrant Space Invaders Chess Set
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Touchscreen Gaming Stickers
The 'Invisible Gamepad' Gaming Stickers Makes Playing Apps Easier
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Blood-Sucking Video Games
Blood Sport Collects Your Blood for Every Hit You Take
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Electrifying Laser Tag Games
The Battlegrounds Laser Tag Experience is Uber-Intense
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Cancer-Combating Computer Games
Indie Video Game That Dragon, Cancer Tells a Touching Story
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Million-Player Laser Tag
iTager Could Theoretically Be Played By a Million Players Simultaneously
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Stress Reducing Gamer Gadgets
This Kickstarter Gadget Detects Stress with Game Apps
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Physical Impact Gamer Gear
The ‘ARAIG’ Suit Aims to Add Physical Impact to Video
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Fan-Funded Video Games
Tim Schaffer is Asking for Gamers' Full Participation
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Horrific POV Video Games
Become a Disturbed Child in the ‘Among the Sleep’ Horror Game
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Gamer Finder Apps
The GamerLink App (in BETA) Helps You Find Gamers Online You Want To Play With
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Affordable Motion-Control Guns
Trinity Magnum by TrinityVR Makes Gaming More Immersive
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DIY Portable Gaming Kits
The Darkmatter DIY Portable Gaming Kit is Easy to Assemble
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Virtually Explorable Famous Ships
This Indiegogo Video Game Lets Players Explore the Titanic
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Functional Gamer Wands
The World of Warcraft Incantor Makes Magic in the Real World
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8-Bit Board Games
Mega Man: the Board Game Takes the Blue Bomber from the TV to the Table
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Voodoo Pinball Characters
Rocksauce Studios Presents a Slightly Creepy Design
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16-Bit Nostalgia Books
'Sensible Software 1986-1999' Book Details Early Video Game Visuals
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Language Learning Video Games
Koe is a Japanese Language Game That Makes Learning Easy
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Feline-Friendly Games
This Cat Simulator Game is Perfect For Those Who Have Always Wanted a Cat
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Miniature Arcade Games
Nanoarcade is the World's Smallest Arcade Gaming Systems
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Omni-Directional Gaming Treadmills
The Virtuix Omni Works Gives Gamers a More Immersive Experience
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Feet-Focused Game Controllers
3DRudder Brings Gaming Down to Earth at CES 2015
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Animated Bike Wheel Lights
The Monkey Light Brings Colorful Moving Cartoons to Your Bicycle
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Virtual Literary Worlds
Ever, Jane is an English Lit Massive Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Game
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Crowdfunded Controller Apps
iRemoco App is a Remarkable Design for a Helicopter Remote
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LGBT Video Game Conventions
GaymerCon is the First Focused on LGBT Gaming Culture
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Blind-Accessible Games
‘Grail to the Thief’ is an Interactive Audio Adventure Game
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Zombified Card Games
The Zombie Shuffle is a Bloody Hoot Built Around a 52-Card Deck
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Projector-Equipped Handheld Gaming Consoles
This Nintendo Game Boy Concept is 90s-Inspired
3D Display Gaming Consoles
The Conceptual 'Uplight' Game Console Has Interchangeable Components
Mindful Handheld Gaming Systems
The Conceptual 'Kimera' Handheld Gaming Console is Immersive
80s-Inspired E-Ink Gaming Consoles
The 'Ink Console' Offers a Series of Text-Driven Adventures
Immersive Action-Adventure Games
'MindsEye' is an Upcoming Open-World Game from Seasoned Devs
Expanded Game-Streaming Services
Microsoft Now Lets Players Stream their Library with xCloud
Immersive Horror Games
Eyes Never Wake's Monster Sees Players Through Their Webcam
Novel AI-Generated Product Designs
Arcade Introduced a Transformative AI Product Creation Platform
AI-Powered Choose-Your-Own Adventure Books
Playbrary GPT Merges Literature with Gaming
Multi-Sensory Sports Commentary Devices
OneCourt Pioneers Accessibility for Sports Fans
Creative Game-Themed Peripherals
The Higround x Minecraft Collection Has Several Styles
Kid-Envisioned Urban Environments
The Little Big Playmat Takes a Creative Path to Design Problems
Handheld Gaming Console Concepts
Alex Casabo Designs the Playfusion Console Concept
Alcohol-Centered Board Games
The MONOPOLY Board Crawl is a Drinking-Friendly Upgrade on a Classic
Do-Good Metaverse Campaigns
Comic Relief US and Nickelodeon Empower Kids in Roblox and Beyond
AI Publishing Platforms
Inkitt Transforms Literature Creation Via Algorithmic Optimization
Crowdfunded Circular Childrens Toys
Tiny Earth Toys is Launching a Kickstarter for 'Tiny Spaces'
Immersive Gameplay Features
The Sandbox Launched 'Game Maker 0.11' for Creators and Brands
Engaging Computer Science Terminals
The Elecrow CrowPi 3 Helps Users Build Computer Science Skills
Performance-Driven Health Gadget Lines
Kineon Debuts Heal+ & Calm+ in a New Crowdfunding Campaign
Anthropomorphized Gaming Systems
The 'Playdate' Handheld Gaming Device Has a Charming Function
Fandom-Friendly Campaigns
WhatsApp & Netflix Unite for a Squid Game Fandom Celebration
Digital Marble Tabletop Games
The FunPop Tabletop Pinball Game Works with Up to Four Players
Interactive Educational Toy Lines
LeapFrog Debuts Its Latest Collection at Toy Fair 2025
Professional Social Media Games
LinkedIn Released Three Games to Build Connections on its Platform
Esports CSR Initiatives
The Global Esports Federation Launched a Global Social Impact Initiative
Indie Game Investment Programs
Blue Ocean Games is Supporting Indie Developers with New Fund
Digital Board Game Tables
The Arena from Game Theory Tables Enables Smart Tabletop Gaming
India-Centered Online Games
'Indus' is a Battle Royale Title Set in Futuristic India
Accessible Esports Tournaments
VIRESA Provides Opportunities to Disabled Gamers Looking to Compete
Creator Economy-Focused Marketplaces
Teespring Marketplace Relaunches Under Parent Company Amaze
Interactive Outdoor Games
City Chase Combines Outdoor Exploration with Fun, Strategic Gameplay
Game-Themed Retro Keyboards
Higround and Minecraft Launch a New Collaborative Keyboard Collection
Low-Lag Gaming Projectors
The Philips GamePix 800 Smart Gaming Projector is Ultra-Bright
Inclusive One-Handed Gamer Keyboards
This One-Handed Keyboard Concept is Accessible
Mental Health Board Games
MindScape Promotes Understanding and Awareness
Reimagined Age-Inclusive Classic Games
Ageless Innovation Recently Debuted YAHTZEE Slots
Games Journalism Website Acquisitions
Gunzilla Games Purchased Game Informer to Revive Platform
Impactful Gaming Experiences
Humanity Games Combines Retro Gameplay With Real-World Lessons
Accessible Live Basketball Experiences
The Sacramento Kings Adopt OneCourt's Inclusive Innovation
Smart TV Party Games
Jackbox Games is Coming to Smart TVs Through a New Update
Gen Z-Focused Board Games
Mattel Launches Scrabble Together for Non-Competitive Gen Z Consumers
Superhero Multiplayer Arena Games
Dragon Ball Project: Multi is a Cross-Platform MOBA Title
Multifunctional Game Sets
The 'LEGO' Group is Merging Physical and Digital Play
Updated Traditional Game Experiences
Admiral Clash Reimagines Battleship in New Angle
Crowdfunded Creator Ecosystems
Cooler Master is Launching its 'MasterHub' via Crowdfunding
Pay-What-You-Want Gaming Platforms
Humble Bundle Changes Game Distribution with Flexible Pricing
Team-Based Sci-Fi Shooter Games
Moonshot Games' 'Wildgate' is a Crew-Based Spaceship Game
Immersive 3D Fitness Games
Ergatta’s Latest Fitness Offering is the Wavelength Game
AI Startup Showcases
Paddle AI Launchpad Showcase is Scaling AI Startups Into Success
Cultivated Meat Crowdfunding Campaigns
Mosa Meat is Raising Funds for R&D and More
Casual Mini Games
This Online Hub Allows for Players to Easily Learn Engaging Games
Crowdfunding Platform Improvements
Kickstarter has Outlined its 2025 Roadmap of Platform Updates
Social-Focused Childrens Games
Dragon Snacks Games' 'Solar Punk' Will Act as a Social Hub
Hybrid Party Game Tables
Tiburon Tables Incorporate Different Aspects of Several Games
Competitive Live Games
April-8 Live Game Let's Players Challenge Friends Across The Globe
Virtual Learning Playgrounds
GlobeKin Offers Real-World Learning Experiences for Children
Mobile Escape Rooms
Phone Escape: Hopeless Takes Mobile Entertainment to New Dimensions
Streaming Series Video Games
The 'Thronglets' Game is Inspired by a Black Mirror Episode
Gamified Digital Learning Platforms
Khired Kids Teaches Children Robotics, Coding, and More
Innovative Game Collections
Particula Redefines Play and Learning with Elevated Classics
Influencer-Based Gaming Activations
Niantic Taps Google to Recruit Creators for Pokémon GO Fest
Finger-Sized Throwing Games
Tactic Games Launches the New Mölkky Minipeli Skittle-Throwing Game
AI-Powered Gaming Investment Platforms
Slingshot Debuts a Novel Investing Model for Individuals
Elevated Pickleball On-Court Experiences
Pickleheads is Enhancing the Experience of Its Platform
Charitable Developer Games Showcases
Humble Bundle is Hosting its 2025 Games Showcase
Cloud-Based Game-Streaming Services
Amazon Gamelift Streams is Designed to be Easy to Implement
Free Urban Adventure Games
Adventure City Games Launches a Consumer-Focused Initiative in BC
Brand Expansion Crowdfunding Campaigns
Cape Cod’r Craft Cocktails Debuts a Crowdfunding Campaign
Diabetes Research Crowdfunding Campaigns
Supersapiens Expands into the Diabetes Market
Ad-Free Gaming Platforms
Subscrible's Latest Gaming Platform is Available on Mobile Devices
Anime Tie-In Web3 Games
Ubisoft Debuted the 'Captain Laserhawk' Online Web3 Shooter Game
Dark Meditative Digital Games
The Crow Country Game is Inspired by Retro Classic Games
Personalized AI Quiz Games
Braincast is Like Duolingo for Personalized Quizzes Based on PDFs
Age-Inclusive Board Games
Hasbro Revamps its Classic Board Games to Accommodate Aging Consumers
Gaming-Themed Tech Accessories
The Kojima Productions x Higround Collection Arrives This Month
Youth Movement Competitions
The PLEZi Absurdly Good Games Encourages Summer Activity
3D-Printable Toy Ranges
MakerWorld 'CyberBrick' Has Reusable Electronics and 3D-Printed Models
Simplistic Dynamic Game Experiences
Joelle Tindall Created the Unique Touch Egg Game
Accessible Game Development Apps
CrazyGames Partnered with 'Struckd' to Enable In-Browser Creation
Show-Inspired Free-to-Play Mobile Games
Netflix Unveils the Squid Game: Unleashed Mobile Game
Cozy Self-Exploration Games
Betwixt Provides Epic Escapes from Stress & Anxiety with Storytelling
Culture-Focused Crowdfunding Campaigns
NTD International Competitions Runs a Crowdfunding Campaign
Ball Game-Promoting Urban Initiatives
London Sport and Saatchi & Saatchi Run 'More Ball Games'
Funded Mobile Role-Playing Games
Azra Games Raised Over $42 Million to Develop 'Project Legends'
Kid-Friendly Portable Projectors
Little Tikes' Story Dream Machine Supports Early Literacy
Gaming Aim Training Tournaments
Logitech G and Aim Lab Launched 'The Gauntlet' Competition
Classic Board Game Remakes
Dungeons & Dragons Takes on a Celebratory Modernized Update
Gamified Sustainability Platforms
The Carbon Games is an App that Makes Sustainability Competitive
Charitable Farming Game Bundles
Humble's 'Down on the Farm' Bundle Supports Kiss the Ground
Community Gaming Initiatives
Riot Games' 'Riot Play Club' is an Inclusive, Engaging Experience
Chaotic Cat-Themed Board Games
Exploding Kittens: The Board Game Reimagines a Viral Card Game
Engaging 3D Games
The FOROS Game Brings Timeless Fun with a Modern Twist
Upgraded Crowdfunding Platforms
Kickstarter Now Allows Users to Pledge for a Campaign Late
Brain Health Crowdfunding Campaigns
MYndspan Pioneers a Transformative Approach to Brain Health
Interactive Educational Platforms
Nealfun.pro Offers Fun and Engaging Web Experiences for All
Second-Hand Tech Deliveries
CeX and Just Eat Takeaway.com Will Deliver Pre-Owned Gaming Products
AI-Powered Drawing game
Doodle Play Tasks Players to Use Strategy and Imagination
Gamified Geography Applications
'Geoguessr' Challenges Players' Knowledge of the World
Immersive Fighting Math Games
Karate Math Dojo Combines Fighting with Learning
Daily Brain Training Games
'10 Games: Daily Brain Training Offers a Suite of Cognitive Games
In-Car Gaming Systems
Volkswagen Will Feature AirConsole's Video Games in its Vehicles
Inclusive Colorblind-Accessible Games
Mattel is Adding Colorblind Identification Symbols
Skill-Based Betting Games
WannaDare Offers Skill-Based Gaming With Peer-to-Peer Betting Challenges
Game Marketing Tools
Conduit.gg is a Marketing for Game Developers That's Great for Social Media
No-Code Gamebuilder Platforms
hyperPad Lets You Build and Publish iPad Games Without Coding
Video Game-Themed Pixel Paintings
Minecraft Honors Anniversary with a Pixel Art Collection
LGBTQ Mentorship Programs
Queer Women of Esports Supports LGBTQ Gamers In Need of Mentoring
FPS Training Tournaments
Logitech G is Partnering with Aim Labs to Host a Training Competition
Virtual Table Top Games
TinyTable Combines the Joy of Table Top Games with Virtual Video Calls
Indian Esports Community Platforms
AA Gaming Launches the AA Play App for Esports Enthusiasts
Light-Powered Racing Toys
Light’n Race Uses and Teaches Fundamental Physics Principles
Interactive Entertainment Board Games
MONOPOLY GO! Transforms Digital Mobile Game into Real Play
Stimulating Word Association Games
Worlds of Words Challenges Players to Think Outside the Box
Gaming-Inspired Headphone Campaigns
Nazarian Films Aims to Engage a Younger Generations
Crowdfunding Feedback Platforms
FeedFund Sets Goals, Collects Donations and Track Progress
Casual MR Gaming Companies
'MixRift' Raised over $1.6M to Fund its Mixed Reality Game Development
Cloud Gaming Platforms
LumingLabs Enables Remote Access to Powerful Computers for Gaming and Apps
Regional Gaming Platforms
Indian Esports Group 'AA Gaming' Launched 'AA Play' Platform
Indian Esports Analytic Tools
AFK Gaming Unveils a New Analytics Dashboard for India-Based Esports
Mentally Stimulating Game Collections
Fresh Words: Word Game Boasts Engaging and Challenging Games
Esports Harm Prevention Programs
Ygam Launched a Mental Health Programme for Gaming Communities
Indie Maker Competitions
IndieLeaderboard Tracks Your MRR and Compete with Other Indie Makers
Social Gaming Calendars
ArcadeCal Helps Gamers Coordinate Their Gaming Sessions
Retro Survival Horror Games
Crow Country is a Newly Immersive Modern Horror Game
Aggregated Social Insights
IndiePulse Uses Forum and Thread Comments to Find Your Next Projects
Colorblind-Accessible Games
Mattel Commits to Creating Inclusive Play and Game Options
Startup Promotion Platforms
Spacehunt Offers an Open-Source Directory to Like-Minded People
Creative Hollywood-Themed Games
'Greenlight' Tasks Players with Pitching Ideas to Studio Heads
Puzzle Strategy Games
Challenge Friends with Strategic and Fun Puzzle Gameplay
Digital Dartboard Game Systems
The 'Pixeldarts' Electronic Throwing Game Offers Nonstop Fun
Community-Focused Startup Leaderboards
IndiePage Showcases Startups that Compete for Top Spots
Social Gaming Platforms
Dartify Lets You Play Real-Time Online Dart Matches With Friends
Digitized Sudanese Board Games
JumpDog Offers a Fresh New Format To Play The Traditional Game
Indie Game-Adapted Movies
The El Paso, Elsewhere Game is Getting Turned into a Movie
Social Deduction Games
Plain Spaghetti Games Launches Its Inaugural Game Offering — Staked!
Gamified Inspiration Networks
Dailycrowds Gamifies Social Interaction for Motivation and Insights
Growth-Based Marketing Platforms
Crowdtiv Connects Mentors and Mentees to Grow Businesses
Gamified Personal Goal Platforms
GoalQuest Transforms Goal-Setting into an Adventure
Interactive Golf Experiences
Hackers Golf Makes Scoring and Playing Golf Fun for All Skill Levels