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
50
Power-Ready Computer Desks
This Set-Up by Gamers Paradise is the Ideal Gaming Desk
49
Realistic Digital Paintbrushes
The Sensu Brush is the Ultimate Painting Device for iPad
48
Crowdfunding Apps
SellanApp Lets Anyone Gain Funding and Connect with Developers
47
Endangered Virtual Pet Games
Pets Endangered Species Lets You Take Care of Disappearing Animals
46
Zombified Playing Cards
The Deck of the Dead Manipulates Each Suit Into Zombie Delights
45
8-Bit Booze Containers
The NES Cartridge Flasks Let You Get Your Game and Drink On
44
Bulletproof Playing Cards
These Cards by Sly Kly are Made From 100 Percent Carbon Fiber
43
Animal Simulation Video Games
The Bear Simulator Game Lets You Live a Bear's Life
42
Interactive Arcade-Style Literature
The Choosatron Marks Interactive Reading's Return
41
Humongous Paintball Robots
MegaBots Are Giant Robots That Hurl Paintballs At Each Other
40
Brainwave Reading Video Games
This Kickstarter Project Lets You 'Throw Trucks with Your Mind'
39
Game-Enhancing Smartphone Sheaths
The WynCASE is Designed to Make Mobile Gaming Less of a Hassle
38
Interactive Game Projectors
The Lumo Interactive Projector Turns Kids' Rooms Into Playgrounds
37
Playground-Connecting Fitness Systems
The HYBRIDPLAY Fitness Gaming Device Makes Kids More Active
36
App-Controlled Paper Planes
The Carbon Flyer Paper Plane Can Be Controlled Via Smartphone
35
Anti-Cheating Computer Devices
David Titarenco's Game:Ref Aims to Curb Gamer Mouse Hacks
34
Psychological Storytelling Apps
This Life Coach App and Game Experience Pulls Data From Your Phone
33
Retro Drawing Game Tablets
The Etcher: Etch-A-Sketch for iPad Combines Old and New Technology
32
Retro Console Converters
The iOS GameDock Turns Your iDevice Into an Old School System
31
Social Good Entertainment
Global Good Games Aims to Shift the Video Gaming Paradigm
30
Media Machine Consoles
The 'Qubi' Media Center Has Everything You Need for Entertainment
29
Futuristic 8-Bit Board Games
The NMI Laser Team Develops This Vibrant Space Invaders Chess Set
28
Touchscreen Gaming Stickers
The 'Invisible Gamepad' Gaming Stickers Makes Playing Apps Easier
27
Blood-Sucking Video Games
Blood Sport Collects Your Blood for Every Hit You Take
26
Electrifying Laser Tag Games
The Battlegrounds Laser Tag Experience is Uber-Intense
25
Cancer-Combating Computer Games
Indie Video Game That Dragon, Cancer Tells a Touching Story
24
Million-Player Laser Tag
iTager Could Theoretically Be Played By a Million Players Simultaneously
23
Stress Reducing Gamer Gadgets
This Kickstarter Gadget Detects Stress with Game Apps
22
Physical Impact Gamer Gear
The ‘ARAIG’ Suit Aims to Add Physical Impact to Video
21
Fan-Funded Video Games
Tim Schaffer is Asking for Gamers' Full Participation
20
Horrific POV Video Games
Become a Disturbed Child in the ‘Among the Sleep’ Horror Game
19
Gamer Finder Apps
The GamerLink App (in BETA) Helps You Find Gamers Online You Want To Play With
18
Affordable Motion-Control Guns
Trinity Magnum by TrinityVR Makes Gaming More Immersive
17
DIY Portable Gaming Kits
The Darkmatter DIY Portable Gaming Kit is Easy to Assemble
16
Virtually Explorable Famous Ships
This Indiegogo Video Game Lets Players Explore the Titanic
15
Functional Gamer Wands
The World of Warcraft Incantor Makes Magic in the Real World
14
8-Bit Board Games
Mega Man: the Board Game Takes the Blue Bomber from the TV to the Table
13
Voodoo Pinball Characters
Rocksauce Studios Presents a Slightly Creepy Design
12
16-Bit Nostalgia Books
'Sensible Software 1986-1999' Book Details Early Video Game Visuals
11
Language Learning Video Games
Koe is a Japanese Language Game That Makes Learning Easy
10
Feline-Friendly Games
This Cat Simulator Game is Perfect For Those Who Have Always Wanted a Cat
9
Miniature Arcade Games
Nanoarcade is the World's Smallest Arcade Gaming Systems
8
Omni-Directional Gaming Treadmills
The Virtuix Omni Works Gives Gamers a More Immersive Experience
7
Feet-Focused Game Controllers
3DRudder Brings Gaming Down to Earth at CES 2015
6
Animated Bike Wheel Lights
The Monkey Light Brings Colorful Moving Cartoons to Your Bicycle
5
Virtual Literary Worlds
Ever, Jane is an English Lit Massive Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Game
4
Crowdfunded Controller Apps
iRemoco App is a Remarkable Design for a Helicopter Remote
3
LGBT Video Game Conventions
GaymerCon is the First Focused on LGBT Gaming Culture
2
Blind-Accessible Games
‘Grail to the Thief’ is an Interactive Audio Adventure Game
1
Zombified Card Games
The Zombie Shuffle is a Bloody Hoot Built Around a 52-Card Deck
Related Ideas
Expanded Game-Streaming Services
Microsoft Now Lets Players Stream their Library with xCloud
Industrial Handheld Gaming Consoles
The Conceptual PocketMan P1 Has Exposed Components
Dedicated Web3 Gaming Platforms
Gamestop is Working with 'Elixir' on a Crypto Gaming Launcher
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
Handheld Gaming Laptop Designs
The Conceptual Compal Rover Play Has a Two-in-One Design
Consolidated Short-Throw Projectors
This Projector Features Built-In Speakers & Bluetooth 5.0
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
Fandom-Friendly Campaigns
WhatsApp & Netflix Unite for a Squid Game Fandom Celebration
Edible Adventure Game Sets
'Gummyquest' Transforms Tabletop Gaming Pieces into Gummy Candies
Creative Game-Themed Peripherals
The Higround x Minecraft Collection Has Several Styles
Haptic Gamer Chair Cushions
Razer Project Esther Immerses Gamers in the Experience at CES 2024
Online Creative Course Platforms
Coursera Partnered with Illinois on an Online 3D Printing Course
Remote Esports Coaching
eGame Studio Launches an Esports Coaching Application Called Game Lens
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
Retro Video Game Stores
Gamestop is Opening 'Retro' Locations to Sell Used Games
Crowdfunded Circular Childrens Toys
Tiny Earth Toys is Launching a Kickstarter for 'Tiny Spaces'
Space-Exploring STEAM Toys
LeapFrog's Magic Adventures™ Line Arrives for Kids Five and Up
Adult-Exclusive Reimagined Board Games
Hasbro Transforms a Classic with the Monopoly Board Crawl
Sci-Fi Avian Board Games
The Abducktion Board Game is Quick to Learn and Play
Performance-Driven Health Gadget Lines
Kineon Debuts Heal+ & Calm+ in a New Crowdfunding Campaign
Ambient Tabletop Gamer Lights
The Bowio Game Light Brightens Up Tabletops and More
Monetizable Mobile Gaming Apps
'Playbite' Enables Players to Win Gift Cards and Prizes
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
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
Nostalgic Handheld Gaming Systems
My Arcade Gamestation Portable Has Retro-Style Controls
Accessible Esports Tournaments
VIRESA Provides Opportunities to Disabled Gamers Looking to Compete
Gamified Eyecare Campaigns
LensCrafters Debuts Blinky's Eye Odyssey with Adventure & Eye Care
Science-Backed Literacy Games
Kangaroo Cravings is a Learn-to-Read Game Based on Brain Science
Game-Themed Retro Keyboards
Higround and Minecraft Launch a New Collaborative Keyboard Collection
Anthropomorphized Gaming Systems
The 'Playdate' Handheld Gaming Device Has a Charming Function
Friendship-Focused Party Games
Catch the Vibe is a Battle to Prove Who Knows Their Friends Best
Inclusive One-Handed Gamer Keyboards
This One-Handed Keyboard Concept is Accessible
Gen Z-Focused Board Games
Mattel Launches Scrabble Together for Non-Competitive Gen Z Consumers
Visual-Aiding AI Gaming Features
JBL Quantum Introduces the Inclusive Guide Play Feature
Villainous Board Game Campaigns
The Monopoly All is Fair Campaign Leans into Competition
Superhero Multiplayer Arena Games
Dragon Ball Project: Multi is a Cross-Platform MOBA Title
Modernized Nostalgic Gaming Consoles
The Atari Gamestation Pro Features More Than 200 Games
Multifunctional Game Sets
The 'LEGO' Group is Merging Physical and Digital Play
Updated Traditional Game Experiences
Admiral Clash Reimagines Battleship in New Angle
Boozy Backyard Games
Beer Darts is an Engaging Spin on Traditional Backyard Games
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
Visually Impaired Puzzle Blocks
LEGO Presents Braille Bricks for an Inclusive Playing
Immersive 3D Fitness Games
Ergatta’s Latest Fitness Offering is the Wavelength Game
Casual Mini Games
This Online Hub Allows for Players to Easily Learn Engaging Games
Handhand Console Game Launches
Mars After Midnight will be Launching on Playdate Soon
Culture-Focused Crowdfunding Campaigns
NTD International Competitions Runs a Crowdfunding Campaign
Collaborative Creative Writing Games
CrowdTales is a Multi-Player Continue-the-Story Game
Competitive Live Games
April-8 Live Game Let's Players Challenge Friends Across The Globe
Bloody Promotional Game Campaigns
Gaming Franchise Diablo Wants Fans to Donate Blood For a PC
Mobile Escape Rooms
Phone Escape: Hopeless Takes Mobile Entertainment to New Dimensions
Play-Inspiring Workshops
LEGO is Sharing a Free Workshop Series Featuring Renowned Creatives
Street Fighter-Style AR Games
Jadu is a New Multiplayer AR Mobile Fighting Game
Gamified Digital Learning Platforms
Khired Kids Teaches Children Robotics, Coding, and More
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
Gaming Ads-Inspired Video Games
D3 Publisher and Monkeycraft Present the Ironic Those Games
Free Urban Adventure Games
Adventure City Games Launches a Consumer-Focused Initiative in BC
Diabetes Research Crowdfunding Campaigns
Supersapiens Expands into the Diabetes Market
Ad-Free Gaming Platforms
Subscrible's Latest Gaming Platform is Available on Mobile Devices
Nature-Inspired Playdate Card Games
The Spilled Mushrooms Card Game is a Puzzle Game
AI Financial Education Games
Go Boldly Empowers Players with Financial Tools and Tips
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
Problem-Based Website Ideas
Painkiller Ideas Offers a Database of Real Consumer Problems
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
Work-Ditching Video Game Campaigns
Call of Duty's "Ghost Your Boss" Invites Players to Skip Work
Revolutionary Survival Games
In 'Enshrouded,' Players Attempt to Reclaim a Lost World
Simplistic Dynamic Game Experiences
Joelle Tindall Created the Unique Touch Egg Game
Cloud Gaming Partnership Launches
GOG Joins Cloud Gaming with the Help of Amazon Luna
Active Entertainment Systems
Nex Playground Gets People Moving at Home
Accessible Game Development Apps
CrazyGames Partnered with 'Struckd' to Enable In-Browser Creation
Socially Adept Gaming Robots
This Robot Offers Companionship & Conversation to Lonely Gamers
All-in-One iGaming Solutions
CrazyGames Unveils a New Collection of Browser-Based Games
Kid-Friendly Portable Projectors
Little Tikes' Story Dream Machine Supports Early Literacy
Funded Mobile Role-Playing Games
Azra Games Raised Over $42 Million to Develop 'Project Legends'
Gaming Aim Training Tournaments
Logitech G and Aim Lab Launched 'The Gauntlet' Competition
Gamified Sustainability Platforms
The Carbon Games is an App that Makes Sustainability Competitive
Gamified Budgeting Apps
Bread Budgeting Makes Budgeting Fun By Integrating Challenges
Charitable Farming Game Bundles
Humble's 'Down on the Farm' Bundle Supports Kiss the Ground
Promotional Influencer Videos
Activision Recruits Multiple Creators to Appeal to Gen Z Consumers
Community Gaming Initiatives
Riot Games' 'Riot Play Club' is an Inclusive, Engaging Experience
Upgraded Crowdfunding Platforms
Kickstarter Now Allows Users to Pledge for a Campaign Late
Interactive Educational Platforms
Nealfun.pro Offers Fun and Engaging Web Experiences for All
Show-Inspired Free-to-Play Mobile Games
Netflix Unveils the Squid Game: Unleashed Mobile Game
AI-Powered Drawing game
Doodle Play Tasks Players to Use Strategy and Imagination
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
Digitized Board Game Consoles
This Smartphone-Controlled System Displays Board Games On Your TV
In-Car Gaming Systems
Volkswagen Will Feature AirConsole's Video Games in its Vehicles
Inclusive Colorblind-Accessible Games
Mattel is Adding Colorblind Identification Symbols
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
Short-Form Gaming Video Apps
'FreshCut' is TikTok for Video Games and Gaming News
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
Youth-Supporting Esports Opportunities
British Esports Launches the PUBG Mobile College Tournament
Gaming-Inspired Headphone Campaigns
Nazarian Films Aims to Engage a Younger Generations
Casual MR Gaming Companies
'MixRift' Raised over $1.6M to Fund its Mixed Reality Game Development
Networking Platform In-App Games
LinkedIn is Working on Integrating Games to its Platform
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
Digital Dartboard Game Systems
The 'Pixeldarts' Electronic Throwing Game Offers Nonstop Fun
Streaming Service-Backed Games
YouTube Is Testing Its Online Games Category Called 'Playables'
Phone Puzzle Games
Word Search Game Offers Mental Stimulation with Word-Based Challenges
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
Web3 Gaming Ecosystems
NEOWIZ is Launching the 'Adventure' Web3 Gaming Platforn
Startup Promotion Platforms
Spacehunt Offers an Open-Source Directory to Like-Minded People
Expanded Digital Game Distributions
Limited Run Games Expands with Three Exciting Titles
Creative Hollywood-Themed Games
'Greenlight' Tasks Players with Pitching Ideas to Studio Heads
Fast Landing Page Builders
IndieSpark Creates Conversion-Focused Landing Pages in Minutes
Inclusive Accessibility-Focused Tournaments
Ghost Gaming Hosts the 'Adaptive Gaming Cup'
Esports Wellness Courses
Entain Foundation U.S. Introduces a New Esports Mental Wellness Campaign
Personalized Game Show Generators
Quizado Lets You Host Your Own Family Feud-Style Game Nights
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
Newspaper Gaming Platforms
kr3m Crafts an Interactive, Reader-Centric Gaming Platform for Le Monde
Charitable Esports Projects
Epic Foundation Launches the Esports for Good Initiative
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
Educational Esports Endeavors
British Esports Debuts an Education Partnership with Level Infinite