Open Calls
Micro May 2026: Small Games, Big Ideas
Join a growing movement of bite-sized brilliance this May as Kickstarter invites game creators to launch compact, creative, and wildly fun micro games.
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Creator Spotlights
Creator Spotlight: Why Simone Giertz Turned to Kickstarter for Her Latest Invention
The award-winning inventor behind products like the Folding Hanger and Everyday Calendar explains why she decided to bring her Laundry Chair to Kickstarter.
Case Studies
Case Study: Cyberpunk TCG Uses Kickstarter to Solve the Industry's Biggest Problem
WeirdCo’s launched their major trading card game on Kickstarter to put cards directly in the hands of players and collectors—not price-gouging resellers.
Creator Spotlights
Creator Spotlight: How Ten Hundred Built a Trading Card Game With His YouTube Community
Artist and YouTuber Ten Hundred invited fans into every step of the process. The result: a community-built card game that funded in just two minutes.
Business Strategy & Growth
The Power of Kickstarter for Established Indie Brands
Established e-commerce brands are turning to Kickstarter to launch what’s next. Here’s why it works.
Film
Kickstarter Films and Creators Take the Stage at SXSW 2026
At SXSW 2026, Kickstarter celebrates the films, filmmakers, and Kickstarter alumni shaping independent cinema.
Food
Creator Spotlight: What Do a NYC DJ and LA Skincare Entrepreneur Know About Olive Oil?
With Papa Nono Mimi already almost 600% funded on Kickstarter, it’s fair to say they know a thing or two.
Case Studies
Case Study: Why Gamely Returned to Kickstarter After Selling 1 Million Games
10 years after launching Randomise, Hazel Reynolds is back on Kickstarter with The Curator, her most ambitious game to date.
Games
Creator Spotlight: How Paws and Leaves Turned a Failed Campaign into 200% Funding
The first launch fell short, but the story didn’t end there. With clearer roles, earlier community engagement, and a focused relaunch strategy, Paws and Leaves came back to nearly double its goal.
Partners
Introducing Kickstarter's New Partner Program
A new way to find trusted partners to help you launch, deliver, and grow on Kickstarter.
Partners
The Team That's Helped Brands Raise $60M+ on Kickstarter
Over the past five years, the boutique marketing agency New Waves has worked with top Kickstarter creators on market positioning, content creation, and their global product launches.
Partners
The Marketing Engine Behind Kickstarter's Biggest Campaign
How did EufyMake reach $46M? Meet the team behind the strategy. Global OneClick doesn't build the products—they make sure the world sees them, turning ideas into mega hits.
Partners
Partner Case Study: Vinyl 乙烯创意
The marketing team behind Makera, LaserPecker, and other multi-million dollar Kickstarter campaigns explains what’s led to their success on the platform.
Partners
Partner Case Study: TCF
The team behind Circular Ring 2 and other multi-million dollar Kickstarter campaigns shares how failure, preparation, and teamwork drive their success.
Understanding & Navigating Tariffs
How To Reduce Tariff Costs: Tips for Kickstarter Creators
As U.S. Tariff changes continue to impact creators, here are some tips to help you keep going.
Launching Your Campaigns
The Best Time to Launch Your Kickstarter Campaign in 2026
Timing is everything! Discover the best days, months, and even hours to launch your campaign for maximum success in 2026, backed by data and insights.
Superbackers
Superbacker Spotlight: Meet Jerome Scott, A Fan of Comic Artists and 3D Printers
An architect, lifelong comics fan, and early supporter of 3D printing projects, Jerome shares how his backing habits have evolved over 13 years on Kickstarter.
Creator Spotlights
Creator Spotlight: How Game Designer Peter McPherson Stays Curious About the Everyday
The brain behind LODGE, Tiny Towns, and Wormholes discusses defining goals, finding the soul of a project, and what he views as success.
Creator Tips
How to Communicate Kickstarter Delays Without Losing Backer Trust
Delays alone won’t break backer trust. But silence can.
Film
Short Films Start Here: Long Story Short 2026 Returns
Whether you’re an established filmmaker or bringing your first short to life, March is one of the most powerful times of year to launch on Kickstarter.
Post-Campaign
Post-Campaign Fulfillment Timeline: What Creators Need to Know
Your Kickstarter project successfully funded. So what happens next?
Creator Spotlights
Creator Spotlight: How a Star Football Player Funded His Comic Book on Kickstarter
A conversation with Notre Dame running back and anime and Manga-inspired comics creator Jeremiyah Love
Events
7 Things You Missed at CES
Kickstarter’s CES presence reflected the momentum of our strongest year yet for Design & Technology. The projects and moments on display offered a snapshot of what creators are building next.
Film
From Crowdfunding to the Big Screen: Kickstarter Films at Sundance 2026
Meet the four projects that rode the wave of community support all the way to one of indie film’s biggest stages.
