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Common Shipping Questions Here: Do we ship internationally? Yes, but some countries are excluded. Most of the major ones that aren't actively in like, a war. Do I have to pay VAT taxes? Maybe. We aren't promising that this campaign is VAT/Import Tax-Free because we aren't printing millions of copies. However, we can work with you to make it as easy as possible. Just please be prepared to pay them and if you don't like it, well, you could always call at your government to yell at them (if it makes you feel any better, we're dealing with the same issues in the US!) What if my package gets lost/stolen? While we are technically not claiming responsibility once the package leaves our hands, we understand things happen. Just reach out to us once it's clear you did not receive it.
-Suggest a Word- Backer can suggest any ONE word to be placed on a Swearmints word card. We will combine multiple suggested words onto one card and may be placed in either the Blue or Purple Swearmints version. Backer will be sent a Google form to fill out card suggestions and preference on how they would like to be credited on the card. This form must be filled out within two weeks of receiving it. If backer doesn't want to come up with something from scratch, or the general idea is already planned to be included as a card, they can also choose to "sponsor" a pre-written card and add their name to it. Creator discretion will be used to ensure that their card fits within parameters of the game. Backer may provide multiple options which may be tweaked slightly. Full named or initial'ed credit will be given on the card which will be included in every Backerkit version of the relevant game, but not in future versions. It's ok if the word is slightly suggestive, but because these games are safe for work we must refrain from printing actual swears or anything offensive. We covered most of them in the Red version. We want you to write your cards your own way, but we have to limit the crazy: we will not print anything that we deem overly hateful, racist, sexist, Proper Nouns, shockingly offensive for the sake of being offensive, or anything else we deem too over the top. If you have an idea that may be crossing the line, have some backups in mind. Our judgement is final and if we can't come to an agreement we will simply refund your pledge. -Custom Game- We’ll work with Backer over email to design the custom box, which will consist of the following options: - Chosen name written on the front - Custom color/pattern from the choices we have (Green, Red, Ice Blue, Purple with Bubbles) Custom game box MAY be printed at a different manufacturer than the main game and is not guaranteed to 100% match the mass produced game, but it will be very close and useable as the actual game box.
Use this hidden link to access our retailer pledge, which is available for VERIFIED RETAILERS ONLY: https://www.backerkit.com/c/projects/cheer-up-games/swearmints-breaking-the-ice-popped-culture/pledge_levels/37255
Most likely, no. We like how they are and they will be basically identical in terms of manufacturing and content. So yes, if you already have the Green and Red versions, you do not need the Green and Red versions from this campaign. You'll definitely want the new ones though as they add quite a bit of gameplay!
While this is our first BackerKit campaign, we have run 3 successful Kickstarters (and one as a co-publisher) that have raised around $50,000 total. We are confident about running this one!
Once you choose a pledge level, you will have the option of adding additional items to your order, including our other games. Add-ons are subject to additional shipping charges and are sold at full MSRP - check out the bundles in the add-ons section to save on shipping. When will add-ons ship? Some of the add on items are in stock now and can ship them to you after we send the rewards survey in the summer. Depending on the items in your order, you may receive your items at multiple times from different places. If you'd prefer to receive all at once when the new games are released, let us know!
This game was made before AI was even powerful enough to make a game like this. A human artist made the box art, and I (Chris) personally designed the cards and wrote all the content for all the games. Unfortunately for the robots, all of this came from my mushy brain.
BackerKit FAQ
BackerKit Crowdfunding is an all-or-nothing collaborative funding platform. Creators share their project ideas and set a funding goal with a deadline. Backers pledge money to help make the project possible.
If the project meets its goal by the deadline, pledges are charged and the creator moves forward. If it doesn’t, no one is charged.
Backers often receive special rewards for their support, such as:
- Exclusive products
- Bonus rewards for backing related projects
- Discount pricing
- Behind-the-scenes updates
- Creative input opportunities
Pledging in crowdfunding is a commitment to support the creation of a new product or project. Unlike a traditional purchase, you're not buying an item that already exists. Instead, your contribution helps bring a creative idea to life, and in return, you typically receive rewards (such as the product itself) as a thank you for your early support.
- Select a pledge level with the reward(s) you would like to receive
- Select any add-ons
- Confirm your pledge!
- You are charged only if the campaign meets its funding goal.
- Charges happen when the campaign ends, not when you pledge.
The creator will send you a survey to:
- Ask you for more information about your rewards (selecting options, etc)
- Collect shipping information
- Offer additional items you may want to add to your pledge
- Collect shipping fees (if applicable)
The survey will be sent to the email address we have on file with your pledge. Additional payments are charged when you complete the survey.
Only the project creator and the BackerKit Support Team can see your pledge and contact information. Other backers and the public cannot see your individual pledge amount or personal details.
You can change or adjust your pledge level and add-ons before the campaign ends. After the project concludes, cancellations or changes are at the creator's discretion and may depend on what stage the project is in.
Overtime Mode extends your campaign past its original end time to give backers a final chance to make their pledge. It will add an additional 10 minutes past the end time as long as pledges keep coming in. The campaign will end when there is a 10-minute period without any new pledges.