How I Successfully Released My Board Game

[@ryanfitzgerald9388]

The game looks so good! I would definitely like to get it however when I asked my parents about buying through kickstarter they said it would be a bit risky and they felt unsure about it and that is why I never was able to get one. If it were through like Amazon or able to be found in store it would be a blessing. However from what it sounds like that would be difficult to do.

[@puffcap_]

I understand their concern but kickstarters for physical board games are generally very safe to back. If they hit funding then you are going to get your game, it just takes a while. I have supported well over 30 games across a few years and not a single one has ever just not given me my reward

[@zektracks4103]

excuse me but ryan do you have any relations with jonah fitzgerald

[@ryanfitzgerald9388]

@@zektracks4103 I don’t think I know a Jonha Fitzgerald in my family

[@zektracks4103]

@@ryanfitzgerald9388 oh sorry

[@Goodgis]

I totally get where you're coming from. That would be our dream having this in store.

[@rogercls]

Amazing what a good presentation to the world can do -- of course, it helps that the game looks phenomenal. Hope to play it one day. Keeyp it up!

[@Goodgis]

I hope so too! Thanks! :D

[@thedevourerofglue9162]

Nobody ruin the 69 likes

[@_Darko]

@@thedevourerofglue9162 i did it

[@_Darko]

@@thedevourerofglue9162 ha

[@thedevourerofglue9162]

@@_Darko [racial slur]

[@Goodgis]

Sign the petition today to bring The Keeyp to Table Top Simulator: www.change.org/BringTheKeeypToTTS

[@beyonddevs7089]

Luv Your Vids Bro

[@Goodgis]

@@beyonddevs7089 Thanks so much!

[@Hamox]

That is an amazing idea

[@lux_max.]

@@Goodgis Are you thinking about makeing Online version of Keeyp

[@poke_sas]

I was about to comment how sad it is that I would never be able to experience The Keeyp (bcs I can't buy internet stuff) but now everything is possible.

[@CalebWillden]

Bought the Print-n-Play and have loved playing with my siblings! I even made my own Keeypling, Groovy Sam, the disco spider! Wish I could share a picture, but comments won't allow any links it seems. My siblings and I have tweaked few Keeyplings to reduce obnoxious camping and stalling strategies (*cough* Hat-Nip *cough* Blue Jazz) and it's been delightful fun! We even made up a new mode where you each play two Keeyplings at once, haha.

[@m3rcurus]

What are your house rules for those characters then? Hat-Nip has limited uses at least.

[@AphoticGoblin]

blue jazz doesnt ignore defense and can only be used at its turn tho, its the same as a regular attack except ranged and increases damage depending on range

[@Goodgis]

That's awesome! :D

[@maximogallardo1841]

How do you play the game? I can't afford to buy it and thought i'd make one myself using materials at home but he never explained in depth how to play it, can you tell me how or send me to a link to see the notebook that comes with the game pls

[@AphoticGoblin]

@@maximogallardo1841 how r u rich enough to get a phone/computer to comment this but not rich enough to afford a 12 USD game

[@todskii]

Always hoping for your success, Goodgis. This is some exciting stuff!

[@Goodgis]

Thanks for the kind words! :D

[@sosolvacrew8767]

Wait why don't you sell it on amazon

[@thaweaz]

hey 69 likes

[@infamousXsniper055]

Dang, I really wish I hadn't missed the kickstarter. I really hope you do another physical release.

[@Goodgis]

We will, don't worry!

[@MrPrinceCards]

Yes pls

[@jacobkelly8503]

I saw this video a year ago or something like that and I am literally begging you to do another physical release. @@Goodgis

[@LittleSiri.]

i just finished making my print and play copy and cant wait to play it next board games night with my friends. thanks for making it a print and play and making it more available

[@microdavid7098]

super proud of the work you've done. I'm just blown away. Great work

[@Goodgis]

Thank you very much, David! :D

[@AIAdev]

I'm not much of a board game player but this game looks like a ton of fun and is so polished. So glad you got to put it out into the world.

[@Goodgis]

Thanks so much! :D

[@SkidesGames]

As always I REALLY appreciate the videos you make, they are so inspiring and insightful and I learn so much from each one. Watch out man! One day I might just pop off with something awesome I made from everything I learned on your channel 😤😂 Also cant wait to play The Keeyp, will sign the petition!

[@Goodgis]

I look forward to it, Skides! You got greatest inside of you. :D

[@chazneace2105]

Love what you do, really inspiring. Idk how you make all this stuff then make high quality, well edited videos about it.

[@Goodgis]

Thanks so much! :D

[@KalosBlaze]

I cannot wait to play! You’re first video on the Keeyp is what got me hooked on your channel just a couple days ago. Can’t wait to see what’s next!

[@vizthex]

I backed this after finding your video over the development process, and my family & I love it! Especially my younger sister. It's really simple & easy to learn.

[@Goodgis]

That's awesome! :D

[@maximogallardo1841]

Can you explain the rules pls

[@jeremysumpter3626]

My brother and I are in the middle of making a game currently and we are planning to release on kickstarter so I'm really glad this got recommended. Well done on making a successful game that looks really fun to play. Super informative vid!

[@Goodgis]

That's super exciting! I wish you the best of luck. :D

[@xdsloth5199]

Absolutely Love the idea, presentation and result of the game! It’s unfortunate that funding is an issue but the print and play idea was absolutely genius. Unfortunately I was way too late for the kickstarter and didn’t even notice it had happened at first. Although my goals are different from yours, seeing you thrive even after you thought it was all over is inspiring and i wish you and the keeyp luck.

[@Goodgis]

Thanks so much!

[@Chris-Moore501]

Very inspirational stuff. Love the way you tackled the unknown with such courage! Like a true Keeyp champ!

[@Goodgis]

Thanks so much! :D

[@silentnoise8890]

Honestly, I've been really loving this game. It's such an amazing board game, i would spend hours playing it with siblings without feeling bored at all unlike other kinds of board games we would play with, this is hands down the best board game there ever is. Keep up the great work! I hope you'll gain more profit on this project for how many efforts you've put into it, you deserve so many awards! Can't wait for more future content for the game, love your channel and as always stay safe!

[@Goodgis]

Thanks so much! :D

[@personguyguy]

Hey Goodgis! I'm always finished watching your videos thinking "Man, that was a great video, I should probably comment on it saying something about how great he is at making them." and I just don't know what else to say other than that they are great, and I genuinely get such a big dopamine rush whenever I see in my youtube notifications that there is a new video you've made. I also know you reply to so many comments, it's unreal. The Keeyp game video is the first video I ever saw of your channel. Obviously it was super interesting, and when I found out you did game dev, I have watched almost every video you've posted so far. That has been very rewarding, and makes my day better of course. The simplistic art style you use in your videos is great, and is very easy on the eyes to look at. I wish there was a way to express what I think about the content more in depth more than just "Like the video, it was great," because it's so overused and general it reminds me of like school with the people who write essays on simple questions and people who write about 4 words, and I fall into the essays category (I feel bad for my writers callus), and the 4 words type of person is so basic and vague it's like trying to say your life's story in one sentence, except the sentence is almost identical in some way to almost everybody else. Trying to come up with a different comment is super hard, I guess, unless there's something that REALLY caught your attention. There is something that caught mine, like the fact that the Keeyp "flopped". That really makes me sort of sad that such a good game has sort of died down. Well, yeah, I write comments all of the time. Never once in my life have I ever wrote one this long. (joke that's not true) I think I've written enough. If some of this isn't grammatically correct, I kind of just typed whatever my fingers tope (typed? what's the word for the past tense of type that would make sense in this situation bruh), and I just let it auto pilot. I want to get my word out, but typing paragraphs upon paragraphs (which I have not done here) is tiring, and I think I'm done. I've said what I guess I wanted to say, and I'm not going to go back, read the whole thing, and check, so uh I guess you have a great day, or night, don't know what time it is for you. Bye!

[@Goodgis]

Woah, thanks for the love! I really appreciate it. Your comment was definitely elaborate. :D

[@angelluvslots]

It's been awesome watching your channel grow! I can't wait to get my hands on this game. I'll be waiting patiently for when it's available again :)

[@Goodgis]

Thanks so much, I appreciate it!

[@commanderlabs]

Got the print and play version for my cousins and it's awesome! They're in love with it!

[@Goodgis]

Super glad to hear it! :D

[@studiovieno6152]

Videos such as this are really valuable! I've got plans for a visual novel, it is surprisingly hard to find content that discusses the problems of physical releases. I'll have to check the game out. Hopefully there will be an another physical release in the future.

[@Goodgis]

Thanks so much!

[@EmoKillsBest]

This is the content I originally subscribed for. I'm a board game developer and when I was doing research on roguelite board games I found your original Keeyp video and subbed after watching it. I'd love to get frequent updates on your journey with Keeyp and its expansions, so please keep posting this kind of content!

[@Goodgis]

I definitely want to make more board game videos in the future. :D I have a card game devlog that I would love to start as well. :D

[@EmoKillsBest]

@@Goodgis Please do! I'd be an avid watcher.

[@stevenunderwood9935]

This is cool! My dad's done some things like this before, where he has to fulfill orders, and it hasn't ever gone smoothly, except with a lot of prep. I hope it goes well! It's always cool to see a dev's projects coming to fruition!

[@Goodgis]

Thanks so much! I appreciate it.

[@Lebo_person]

Dude I love this game so much I got the print n play copy and I play it with my friends all the time I also bring it to a club as well so people can try it. I even made my own expansion called forger fights with a rulebook and all, you can combine 3 items together to make a better forged items which are permanent

[@Teddinotteddy]

I'm so glad you brought it back. You made the board game I dreamed of when I was a child.

[@Goodgis]

:D That's awesome!

[@Styxmax]

Thank you so much for this video. I love coming up with ideas for games and I thank you for this video.

[@saultoons]

This game is so charming and the amount of work you've done and things you've learnt along the way to get it into the hands of people is truly inspiring! Thanks for sharing Goodgis!

[@Goodgis]

Thanks so much! :D

[@twangerrrrrr]

its pretty fascinating how production works to manufacture, package, and ship these products

[@Goodgis]

It was a crazy and stressful experience but I've learned so much from it now.

[@wafflehead15]

I love this project so much! Great job!

[@Goodgis]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@optekk-i4c]

I've never even heard of The Keeyp before this video, and all I can say is I REALLY WANT YOU TO BRING IT BACK!! This game is awesome! I really love the art style and the goal of the game. If more physical copies are released definitely gonna buy a copy. Again I hope the physical copy comes back :D

[@Goodgis]

We definitely will!

[@optekk-i4c]

@@Goodgis Awesome! Can't wait to see more copies of the Keeyp :)

[@nikolabanovic4833]

Printed out the game about 3 weeks ago, had a blast during the holidays. Cheers from Croatia :)

[@Goodgis]

That's awesome! :D

[@wrongthinker843]

First time being recommended your channel by YT, but this story is rather inspirational! Great work and I'll see about snagging a copy somehow!

[@Goodgis]

Thanks so much!

[@jakerobbins314]

Always love to see your projects but actually holding one is very special. The only thing missing from the game is some friends to play it with!

[@Goodgis]

Thanks so much! :D

[@thesilentwisp]

That original keep video is what got me subscribed to this channel in the first place!

[@Goodgis]

That's awesome! There will be more board game video/devlogs like this in the future.

[@SpoopySmile]

Me and my family have had so much fun playing the Print n play, TYSM for such an amazing board game

[@Goodgis]

Super happy to hear that!

[@rawsome1234]

I got my copy last month and my friends and I love playing it! It's really clever and it's really well done! Great job on it! I still want that blue door expansion pack tho. I want that. You better make it. Having two doors would be really cool. Another idea: one issue with the game is when you're low on cards. Obviously, as a physical roguelike, it's kinda hard to get around it, but having more cards would be nice... ?

[@Goodgis]

That's the plan for the future. :D

[@RandomTopHatKid]

Now this is content

[@zs2252]

Very good video! For some reason I assumed you made this in high school, that’s my bad 😅 Very hyped for a possible TTS release! I’m going to send this to my buddies that also play TTS, see if they’re willing to sign. Good luck!

[@Goodgis]

Thanks so much! :D I greatly appreciate it.

[@PixelMonkeLIVE]

Hey Goodgis, i have been waiting for this! Love the keeyp

[@Goodgis]

Thanks so much! More to come! :D

[@SamiTheAnxiousBean]

this is a extremely interasting sequal to the other video and i was really happy to see the game become sucessful!! i wish i was able to buy my own copy aswell because its a extremely good game concept aswell!! Im really happy for you Goodgis!! :3

[@Goodgis]

Thanks so much! We're doing everything in our power to bring it back. :D

[@SamiTheAnxiousBean]

@@Goodgis Best of luck to you all!

[@Dorbellprod]

Keeyp going what you do, Goodgis

[@Goodgis]

;) I will!

[@ivankaknezevic8999]

You made a game i would play for 5 days good job this game is amazing i have watchd your videos for a hole year now and i have no regret

[@Goodgis]

XD Thanks!

[@jtj_6252]

Luv your vids man maybe when you get it all settled you can maybe put it in stores. Anyway nice video luv your channel please keep it up

[@Goodgis]

We would love too! :D Thanks so much!

[@Hamox]

Happy new year, Goodgis!

[@Goodgis]

Happy new year! :D

[@FareeegYT]

I have no words, also people who live all over the world that watch you is absolutely amazing congrats

[@Goodgis]

;(

[@that_slenderguy]

i want this game sooooooooooo much it sounds super good grats to you for coming up w/ this

[@Goodgis]

We are working on printing more, so stay tuned!

[@bryanortanieves3463]

Make it come back! I love love love theese videos now

[@XxSupervalexX]

sad i missed the kickstarter, i live in italy and i would love to play this with my friends! probably gonna get the print & play since one of my friends has a printer buisiness tho i would have loved to get the official physical copy

[@Goodgis]

Thanks so much!

[@wyzolol]

i bought the print n play version :) hope theres more expansions in the future, this game is so cool

[@Goodgis]

Hope you enjoy it! We would love to add more in the future.

[@ethantinius373]

The print and play is nice but if im being honest, i would really like a physical copy. I did the Snomes print and play and it wad fantastic but i honestly prefer the feel of the cards and seeing the game arrive. If it is an impossible task, i get it, you're human like me, and sometimes we can't, no biggie, but if you did put physical copies into retail somehow, you would make my decade. Love the vids, and thanks for making such an awesome game, from what ive seen at least, and your work wont be forgotten.

[@Goodgis]

We're working it with a new printer. Manufacturing isn't any fun. haha

[@TheMountainClimbBoardGame]

Inspirational, well done Sir.

[@dungeonsofkards]

Bro, I know that feeling to create a game on kickstart and the ship get fucking expansive, and the house full of 600 copy....hahaha bro we are the same.

[@Goodgis]

:D

[@JocouGCK]

Just played my first game with my family yesterday, super fun!

[@Goodgis]

That's awesome! :D

[@memeberry1215]

Greetings from Lebanon :) awesome work 👏 ! And Congratulations for your succeed! I wish I become like u

[@Goodgis]

Wow, thank you! :D

[@m3rcurus]

Thanks dude, I just got my copy in the mail. I have a few questions about special interactions: 1. Does Slip Kid's ability ignore Slime/Spikes? Can it go through a tunnel? 2. Does Shieldon's ability apply to the Metal Pants (since it's not a "shield")? 3. Does Mooshi have to decide at the beginning of combat if they will fight? If not and Mooshi jumps to evade combat after cards are played, are the cards discarded or kept? 4. Does the Switch card reset HP, or should you track HP when switching characters? Or do you simply keep your HP die as is and only swap the cards? 5. How is damage reflected with Shiny Shield? Assume the attacker plays Axe for +3 ATK against Shiny Shield at +3 DEF. Does the attacker take 3 or 6 damage? 6. If a player without the Key is on the Gate Tile, does the player with the Key have to fight them to successfully exit and win?

[@trickygamer555]

The last one sounds like it should be a thing for sure.

[@Goodgis]

1. No, you have to roll for each trap. 2. Yes, pants count as a shield 3. Yes 4. No, your health stays the same. 5. You only deal the weapon damage back 6. Yes, they have to survive the fight

[@larskruik7839]

I will get the print and play but would also like the physical copy. Hopefully you'll release it again soon :)

[@Goodgis]

We definitely will!

[@MAXYIGA441]

Im making my own game that is about combat. Thank you for the inspiration.

[@nadav13IOY]

Please make more physical copies! I really want this game

[@ketsu3745]

I have an expansion theme suggestion, an expansion themed around Vampires! (Really good board game btw it is amazing! keep up the good work!)

[@Goodgis]

Woah, spooky! haha

[@ThomasStewartDev]

Got to play The Keeyp for the first time this past week! Super fun!

[@Goodgis]

Super happy to hear it!

[@teo3066]

I took part in teh Kickstarter and haven't gotten my copy yet, but it is in my country if the tracking code I got is right, should be here within a week, hopefully. Really looking forward to it

[@Goodgis]

Yeah, some over seas copies will probably take a little bit.

[@LordVonEmperorr]

You inspired me to start developing games(i haven't released one yet) and now you inspired me to make irl board games

[@Goodgis]

That's awesome! :D

[@aquarius5719]

Just be aware that it is not something that would make you rich. It about passion, not money.

[@TheFlyyyyingPigs]

Please please please please please please keep making the Keeyp physical edition I saw your original video on it and was sad I missed it and don't want to miss is again

[@Goodgis]

Don't worry, it shall return! :D

[@kristinamichellemoreno]

Hi! My name is Cylis. I am on my mom's account and I just want to say that I think this game is really cool! You inspired me to start making my own board game.

[@Goodgis]

Thanks so much! :D That's awesome.

[@TheArtFlower]

I'm so happy you made a print and play version 😀😀

[@Goodgis]

Thanks! We are doing everything in our power to make it available to people.

[@CapnClown-]

Please make more of this physically I need this

[@Goodgis]

We are trying our best! Just need to a new printer.

[@willy8081]

Got it a little while back. Soooo fun!!

[@Goodgis]

Super glad to hear it!

[@evanrobison567]

Here's to hoping I can someday get my hands on a physical copy!

[@Goodgis]

It will definitely happen! We just need a better printer. :D

[@muneebmuhamed43]

I want to see more physical copies. It looks very fun. I wish I had seen these 2 videos before.

[@Goodgis]

It shall return!

[@zaxolotl]

I need this game to come to Tabletop Sim so bad, it looks so fun!

[@Goodgis]

:D

[@peräjärven_paskakuski]

These videos always give me inspiration and the keeyp gave me the BIGGEST inspiration To my own board game..... ✨👍

[@Goodgis]

Go for it! :D

[@Zappo365]

LOVE the print and play, am going to buy to play with my friends and family

[@Goodgis]

That awesome! :D

[@MangoWorks]

This is a very creative board game moats board games have a set path and many a little twist but this you build the path very cool.

[@Goodgis]

Thanks! :D

[@DylanMatthewTurner]

It's really fun! Glad I bought a copy. It's simple enough to understand that even my parents and sister were able and willing to play it with me, but complex enough it doesn't get boring, with plenty of strategy.

[@Goodgis]

Super glad to hear it!

[@maxrdev703]

I’m still crossing my fingers 🤞that it get published by some large company so I can get it for cheap in the uk!

[@Goodgis]

Yes, that would be amazing!

[@nathanielrobles3284]

I make fun board games since I was in elementary and my friends, and family enjoys it and it was hilarious most of the time. I know my boardgames are a success to us because everyone enjoyed playing it and laugh so hard. I wish I could sell my unique boardgame designs too and share the fun with people.

[@Goodgis]

Nice! That's awesome!

[@nathanielrobles3284]

@@Goodgis Thank you! Thanks for the inspiration! 😊

[@xenomorph6599]

You have no idea how happy this makes me. Just found out about the Keeyp

[@Goodgis]

:D

[@BreakinMIk]

Would love to back a physical copy of it becomes available again! I watched the previous video last year and KZbin suggested this new video to me again!

[@Goodgis]

Fingers crossed! Hopefully we can get them back in stock!

[@FestusOmega]

Just did a first playthrough. Was well received by the players, so in the event of another physical printing, I know a few people who would want copies.

[@Goodgis]

That's awesome! :D

[@Yoovlogthingy-rv5lc]

i think it's going to be so good

[@SilverlyBee]

Congratulations! The game looks so good!

[@Goodgis]

Hey, thanks so much! :D

[@Srijan-zg9vh]

im making a card/board game for my project...i cant fkin believe i had a similar idea in my mind for my game. It already exists xd. welp back to the drawing board. Kudos! to you thou great game 👍

[@CoolSs]

this is cool . now i can finally buy the print copy! glad to see things work out for you guys . Edit: got it and hopefully i'll print it soon . i can't wait to try it in family gathering . Tho I would love it if you make video to show how to play it. It will make it easier to introduce it to people who casual to or new to bored games .

[@Goodgis]

Heck yeah!

[@CoolSs]

@@Goodgis btw I am the same guy who made the custom box and sent it in Discord. I did play it. We enjoyed it :D

[@ryanr27]

I haven’t played The Keeyp, I should try the print and play edition

[@Goodgis]

You definitely should!

[@Noober2101]

I haven't heard of this game before but it looks like a great idea

[@Goodgis]

Thanks! :D

[@justinr1094]

I'm still really, really wanting a physical copy of the Keeyp for me and my family to play. If there's ever any word on how to obtain a copy, please let me know!

[@Goodgis]

Will do! We are trying our best!

[@lorenzodepaoli3642]

Wasn't intrested at the start when the first video blew up and got recomended to me by the algorithm, totally am now!

[@Goodgis]

Glad to hear it! haha

[@Darunia18]

I work for a marketing company in Youngstown, OH and we use a few different local printers here. I don't know too much about pricing since I'm not involved in any of our print orders, but I know which ones we've had good experiences with. Akron isn't too far away from Youngstown, so I figured it might be worth reaching out. Let me know if you're interested and I can send over some more information!

[@FirithStudio]

Feel free to send us the good ones! [e-mail]

[@Goodgis]

Please do, what would be amazing!

[@purplemosasaurus5987]

I really like your videos Goodgis! I haven't played the Keeyp. I'm from from Pakistan.

[@Goodgis]

Thanks so much! And greetings from the US. :D

[@owenc.2232]

I got my copy on Wednesday, and my first thought was; “they said early 2022, but this is REALLY early.”

[@Goodgis]

There you go! haha

[@iveequinn4942]

I think crossovers (if possible) with other indie games would be awesome as pack ideas!

[@Goodgis]

Heck yeah!

[@JosephLachh]

That looks like a cool game. I’d want a physical copy. Not a huge tabletop guy. I’ll have to check out your other video. Also, I have been researching boardgame creation. Not sure if you’d made a video on that or not, but I would find great value on a video about the process that took place, especially in your head, that led to the creation of the game. What worked, what didn’t work, what thoughts raced through your mind before you landed on certain ideas compared to other ideas? Did you and your friend disagree on aspects of the game and how did you handle it? Edit: I ended up binge watching the channel ha ha. Too bad the game isn’t available anymore except if you paid to print it yourself

[@metris5402]

first video about this game

[@JosephLachh]

@@metris5402 thanks

[@DevNugget]

Thanks a bunch for this video Goodgis! This will be very handy for when and if I decide to do a kickstarter in a future! And it would be cool to see a steam punk extension :D

[@Goodgis]

That's a great idea! :D

[@JediMage]

I play only co-op board games so it's not my cup of tea. Also I think tabletop simulator guys do not make their dlc, so you should create a fully functional table for the game first and talk with them into making that into dlc later.

[@Goodgis]

No, they do. We've chatted with them before. :D

[@abuqasimmukati]

Yk i feel like this could rlly take off if you turned it into a genuine business like permanently on stores. I understand that the hype dies down for these things, but idk if you guys market it right or whatever I see a big future for this unique game. One suggestion I have if you find that you don't want to spend so much time and effort getting these games printed and packaged and shipped, you could sign a deal with some production company that handles all that for you, although that would significantly cut your profits. Just wanted to put my brain spaghetti out there.

[@Goodgis]

Thanks for sharing!

[@AlexJrDev]

Like always a great video. Keep it up!

[@Goodgis]

Thanks, will do! :D

[@BananaBotanists]

It would be awesome if it could arrive in time for christmas

[@x8c8r]

This story is heartwarming

[@Goodgis]

Thanks so much!

[@ChiTownZzz]

This is the first I have heard of it, and damn I really want it buy this! Is there a place I can reserve one, I know the kickstarter is over. But it looks sick! I’m sure it will be worth all of y’all’s hard work.

[@Goodgis]

It shall return!

[@mrbobdude5559]

This has made my day

[@Goodgis]

Aww, thanks so much! :D