Outsmart your opponent and destroy their forces in this diceless tactical tank battle game!
Latest Updates from Our Project:
Update #24
over 1 year ago
– Sat, Sep 14, 2024 at 11:19:26 AM
We are a little late in posting this update. The plan was to start shipping some options (Portable and Standard) and announce it in an update. All the elements for those two variants of the game were already made. Compared to the previous version of the game, the Standard version (and all other versions and expansions) will have info cards added. They were printed some time ago (for the Portable and Standard set). For the Standard version, only a new edition of the rulebook and brochure were needed to be printed. We did not plan any significant changes, but only to improve the text linguistically.
However, word by word we decided to create a completely new version of the rulebook and booklet for the basic game. All the rules of the game are exactly the same, so there are no changes in the way of movement, armor, rules for shooting ... But, the way of writing and the order of the titles was changed quite a bit. We even changed the size (format) of the paper. The old rulebook had two sheets (4 pages) of 23 x 23 cm format and all the rules were written there. The brochure had 6 sheets (12 pages) and contained rules for recording games, alternative game mods, and instructions and guidelines for creating new obstacle setups. In addition, the game set contained blank sheets used for sketching new obstacle schemes.
The new rulebook is on 16 x 23 cm paper and contains 4 sheets (8 pages). The first four pages contain all the rules necessary for playing the games, written in a new, better and clearer way. In the continuation of the rulebook, there are texts that were part of the brochure in the previous edition: alternative game mods, instructions for recording games, guidelines for creating setups, and some other notes. The new brochure has kept the "old" format (23 x 23 cm), now has 4 sheets (8 pages) and contains most of the existing schemes (Old Town, Open Field, Wall, etc.) and a few new schemes (Hourglass and Mirror). All schemes are given for two board sizes (16x16 and 20x20 squares). The last few pages are blank schemes where players can sketch their own obstacle setups.
For the Portable version, the rulebook is printed in a custom format (15 x 15 cm) and is adapted to the portable version (e.g. the Command tank is an MT in the basic setup, not LT as in the standard game). The brochure for the Portable is also printed on a custom paper format and it shows obstacle schemes for the 12x12 square board.
We will soon start shipping games to backers who ordered the Standard and Portable versions, while we continue to work on the preparation of the next options, the first being the Extended version (24x24).
Update #23
almost 2 years ago
– Wed, Jul 17, 2024 at 01:58:47 PM
The start of deliveries of some rewards from this project will start soon. We previously said that the start of reward shipping has been delayed due to our obligations to backers from the AoD:WWII project. In that project, in update #49, we explained that we are waiting for a free slot at the printing house to print the rulebook and the brochure (the last elements of the game that are not finished). We have been waiting for a long time and finally, as announced in update #50, the printing of the rulebook has started, and that the brochure will follow immediately. After that, rulebooks and brochures for TC (basic game) and TC Portable will be printed. All other elements for those two options have long since been completed, so deliveries of those options will begin soon after.
Other options will be done successively in the following period: TC Extended, Airborne and finally Fun Set Plus. The entire production should be completed in the next few months.
We thank the backers for their trust and patience.
Update #22
almost 2 years ago
– Sat, Jun 15, 2024 at 12:08:54 PM
After each of our previous, more or less successful, campaigns on Kickstarter, Forsage Games has invested in the expansion and modernization of the workshop. You can read more about our capacities in the second part this UPDATE
We currently have five full-time employees and use about 100 square meters of space for workshops, offices and a warehouse. This way of doing business (most of the production done by us) allows us, the authors, the freedom to create games according to our own ideas, with respect and implementation of the suggestions we receive from our community. We know from previous experience that large publishing houses often limit the freedom of authors significantly, since they demand that the game fits to their already established standards, and the final product then becomes a compromise between the initial idea of the author and the imposed restrictions of the publisher.
On the other hand, having our own production comes with other types of problems, often unpredictable, and increased capacities also have increased monthly costs. When working on complex and long-term projects, it is often not possible to accurately estimate everything within the schedule, so sometimes, some phases are finished much before the deadline, but it is much more common that there are delays. In order for our company to survive and be able to continue working on the realization of the multitude of ideas we have, we are forced to balance between several projects. That is why the realization of this, Tank Chess reprint project is currently delayed. What we can present you now as the latest completed component are the info cards:
We still have obligations regarding the previous project, Age of Dogfights: WWII, as we expect the last component (the manuals) soon to be finished, after which we’ll start fulfillment. When this happens, all our capacities will be dedicated to the realization of this project - TC(r).
For the reasons stated above, we have just launched another campaign on our secondary Kickstarter profile, Forsage Light Games. This campaign was originally conceived as a reprint of Carom Mini Golf (https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/2078586680/carom-mini-golf), but shortly before the start of the campaign, we’ve added a new variant: Carom Golf.
As always, we have provided gifts for early pledges (this time, the Garbage mini expansion) and a loyalty gift for all our returning backers: a multipurpose spinner.
About Carom Golf
Carom Golf is a tabletop simulation of golf, played on a modular board made of up to 12 board segments.
The goal of the game is to put the ball from one end of the course into the hole on the opposite side, and the winner is the player who manages to do so with the fewest strokes. The strokes are performed by rolling a die and moving the ball accordingly over the hex grid on the board; this is not a toy nor a flicking game, so dexterity doesn't play a role.
On its path to the hole, the ball may encounter different types of obstacles (provided in the set), with which it interacts in various ways. By carefully choosing the path, however, the ball can bypass any obstacle, and even fly over it, if it gets hit hard enough.
The game is designed for up to 12 players, as there are two sets of 6 balls each provided. It can also be played solo, as finding the best and the quickest path for the ball on any imaginable course is a joy in its own right.
When playing in company, however, there is a special Carom mode where all players play one stroke at a time on the same hole, and their balls remain on the course at all times. In this mode, it is possible to hit the other player's ball with your own, change its position, and even knock it out of bounds, in order to mess with your opponent’s game. If you’re a competitive bunch, you’ll prefer this mode for sure.
Whatever you choose, you’ll be equipped for hours of fun. See you on the course!
Tank Chess video game on Kickstarter
about 2 years ago
– Sat, Apr 20, 2024 at 02:48:04 PM
Production status (physical copies)
As we have said before, we authors are forced to balance between the commitments on the "old" project (AoD:WWII) where reward shipping is about to start, and this latest project (TC reprint) where we should also soon begin delivering physical rewards.
As you know, PnP files are partially delivered. In our workshop, elements for various options of physical copies are still produced. Many more 3D models of tank pieces have received their final forms and their production (printing) is underway. The pieces which are a bit more complex in their shape are printed on our new 3D printer and this investment shows to be very valuable. We are satisfied with the appearance and quality of the 3D printed tanks. The rewards should begin shipping in May.
Computer version of Tank Chess game
We think this news will please all players who already own or are expecting physical copies of Tank Chess – a Kickstarter campaign for the PC version of this game will start soon!
The video game is developed by the company Brave Giant from Novi Sad, Serbia (https://bravegiant.com/). They already have many popular video games (such as Demon Hunter, Queen's Quest and Family Mysteries) and recently they suggested to make a PC version of Tank Chess. We made a deal and they are already working on the project. We are very pleased with the progress made so far. Soon it will be possible to see a demo version of the game on Steam. For now, we only show a few images:
As you can see, the visual design is based on the physical version of the game, so the experience is almost exactly the same as playing with real pieces on a board. The PC game will have its own different modes and additions, about which we will publish more details in the next update.
As in almost all our projects, in agreement with Brave Giant, we will probably provide a gift for backers who pledge in the first 48 hours. It will be a digital add-on for the computer version of the game.
Additionally, all backers who pledged for a physical copy of the game in this project (TC reprint) will get a special gift! This will be a Tank Chess mascot figurine, an enlarged Medium Tank.
comparison with a standard sized TC piece
This gift will be shipped by Forsage Games, together with the reward from project "Tank Chess (reprint)".
The campaign for the video game should start in the first half of May.
We hope that the campaign will be successful and that the company Brave Giant will collect enough money to develop a complete computer version of the game. The agreement is that the work on the development of the game will continue in the coming years after the campaign, so that all the game elements will be added gradually, such as various obstacle types and pieces from the Fun Set, Fun Set Plus, Airborne and others.
We believe that the computer version will significantly contribute to the popularization of this game in the world. Players who already own a physical copy of this game probably have trouble finding a partner to play with. Unfortunately, almost all of us live at such a pace that we rarely have time to relax and have fun with a quality game. Soon, when the computer version of Tank Chess is available for online play, the problem of finding partners will be solved. Over time, a large base of gamers will be created and a ranking system will be created, so that it will be possible to find opponents of similar skill.
We will publish a new update with more details soon.
Update #20
about 2 years ago
– Wed, Mar 20, 2024 at 07:38:25 AM
As we announced earlier, the realization of this project will be delayed a bit because we, the authors, have been focused on writing the rules for the Age of Dogfights: WWII game for much longer than planned. That rules writing is finally finished (as posted in the previous update), there are only some auxiliary obligations related to that project, but in the meantime the production of many elements for various variants of Tank Chess has been organized.
All boxes, boards, and most other elements for the basic game and light edition of TC have been made.
All boards for the Portable (12x12) and Extended (24x24) variants have been completed. Today we received sheets from the printing house for boxes and inserts and their assembly has begun.
Although we thought it was impossible, we managed to create an interesting board scheme with only 6 x 5 squares, which fits on the insert of the Portable box. The games on this miniature board are tense, from the very beginning every move can be a sure way to defeat or an unstoppable march to victory. I think backers will like this addition, where it is possible to play short, exciting games in a minimal space (on the lap, in the bus, ...).
Prototype of the 5x6 board
Escapemate in 7th move, without a single destroyed piece
The production of pieces for Fun Set Plus on 3d printers has also begun, but not all 3D models are finalized and prepared for serial production yet.
A review of the Kickstarter campaign for the game Flying Saucers
We had announced the Kickstarter campaign for the game Flying Saucers in the previous update. According to the contract from 2016, the Kickstarter project for that game (which is completely our author's work) was prepared and managed by a team of our friends and associates from Spieltrieb from Germany (on Kickstarter profile Nic Steele). Unfortunately, the response from the backers was very weak, so the campaign was canceled after a few days, when it was already obvious that it would be unsuccessful. In the following period, we will analyze the reasons for the failure. In agreement with our collaborators from Germany, we will in due course launch a new campaign prepared by our Forsage Games team on our Kickstarter profile. We believe that, as in all our campaigns so far, we will manage to find the right way to attract a sufficient number of backers so that the project will be funded. Our belief that it is one of our best games remains unchanged.
