PAX Unplugged came and went to fast!
I spent Friday and Saturday at PAX and these things always go too fast. Blink and you’re headed home on the NJ Turnpike. I walked the floor but couldn’t get into any of the events you had to register for, so I spent the vast majority of my time in the open gaming area or in Unpub playtesting Kitten Round Up. I think over the two days I got 10 plays in and the feedback was phenomenal. I use a google forms to get some basic feedback and I have to say I’m super stoked.
How enjoyable was the game? 47% responded 8 or higher
How much replayability is there? 85% said 7 or higher
liked the theme? 57% said 10.
My non-gamer friends would like this? 55% said 7 or higher
My gamer friends would like this? 45% said 7 or higher
If you’ve played the game (and even if you haven’t) the game clearly will appeal to families and cat owners. Ive been trying to make it tactical and crunchy enough that the PAX crowd will enjoy it, and it seems like I have managed to achieve that. If you don’t like luck based games this might not be for you, and that’s ok! I didn’t get any pitch meetings but I did drop off some sell sheets and I got some emails to send to.
I think I’m gonna try my hand at the NY Toy Fair in February!