The Kerak Strategy Board Game Blends Elements of Different Games
Michael Hemsworth — March 1, 2016 — Life-Stages
References: kickstarter & thegadgetflow
Many strategy board games are designed for multiple players, but the Kerak board game is intended for just two competitors to partake in. A game designed to outwit boredom, the Kerak board game thwarts the likeness of other strategy games by taking out the boring aspects. Incorporating the aesthetic of chess with the strategy style of games like Stratego, the Kerak strategy board game blends strategy with chance and skill.
The Kerak board game is designed to make each and every round different from the last. The board itself features a luxe style, while the game pieces are crafted from wood and feature silkscreened finishing touches on each one. Those looking to pick up a copy of the Kerak board game can do so on the brand's Kickstarter campaign page.
The Kerak board game is designed to make each and every round different from the last. The board itself features a luxe style, while the game pieces are crafted from wood and feature silkscreened finishing touches on each one. Those looking to pick up a copy of the Kerak board game can do so on the brand's Kickstarter campaign page.
Trend Themes
1. Chess-inspired Board Games - The trend of creating board games inspired by chess opens opportunities for developing unique and engaging games for two players.
2. Thwarting Boredom Through Game Design - Designing games that intentionally take out the boring aspects and make each round different from the last can disrupt the traditional board game industry.
3. Blending Strategy with Chance and Skill - Incorporating chance and skill into strategy board games can create new ways for players to enjoy and engage with these games.
Industry Implications
1. Board Game Industry - The board game industry can use innovative game design concepts like the Kerak game to create new games that cater to the ever-changing interests of players.
2. Luxury Board Game Market - The use of premium materials like wood and silkscreen printing can disrupt the traditional board game market by catering to a higher-end market looking for unique experiences.
3. Crowdfunding Platforms - Crowdfunding platforms like Kickstarter offer opportunities for game designers to launch unique and innovative games like Kerak that may not have been possible through traditional means.
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