Paleo Pines expansion Kickstarter hits funding goal
Paleo Pines, the beloved dinosaur-farming simulation game, is thrilled to announce that its Kickstarter campaign, launched to fund a significant, community-driven expansion, achieved its funding goal in a remarkable 48 hours and has earned Kickstarter’s coveted ‘Project We Love’ badge. This rapid success is a testament to the passionate and unwavering support of its dedicated player base, who rallied to ensure the future growth of their cherished game.
Since its heartwarming launch in 2023, Paleo Pines has captivated players worldwide with its unique blend of cozy farming, dinosaur companionship, and charming narrative. The game quickly garnered a devoted following, celebrated for its vibrant art style, inclusivity, relaxing gameplay, and the sheer joy of befriending adorable dinosaurs. Players have consistently expressed a desire for more adventures within this beloved universe, and the development team listened intently.
“The enthusiasm and love we’ve received for Paleo Pines since launch has been truly overwhelming and incredibly humbling,” says Aimee Lingman, Executive Producer. “Our community has been an endless source of inspiration, constantly sharing their ideas for what they’d love to see next. Every time we considered shuttering the project due to the challenges we were facing as a studio, the passion of the community inspired us not to give up. This game is important to a lot of players, and our players mean a lot to us.”
Despite the game’s success and the vocal demand for new content, securing traditional funding for a direct sequel or a large-scale expansion proved incredibly challenging in the current landscape of the games industry. Facing these hurdles, the team at Italic Pig made the bold decision to turn directly to their fans.
“It’s a tough industry, and even with a successful launch, getting a green light for significant new development can be incredibly difficult,” explains Kevin Beimers, CEO of Italic Pig. “We diligently pursued additional funding, approaching over 50 publishers in our efforts to secure the resources needed for this expansion or a sequel, but to no avail. That’s why we turned to the very people who made Paleo Pines a success – our players. This Kickstarter isn’t just an option; it was truly the only way for us to bypass these traditional funding hurdles and work directly with our community to bring their most requested features to life, ensuring the future growth of Paleo Pines.”
The overwhelming response from fans, fully funding the campaign in just two days, clearly demonstrates the deep connection players have with Paleo Pines. Should all the stretch goals be achieved, the funds raised will now allow the team to bring several original team members based in Northern Ireland and the UK back to the project and directly support the development of a new swamp region, adding spinos, and numerous other player-requested enhancements.
The Paleo Pines team is committed to transparency and community involvement throughout the development of this expansion. Backers will receive regular updates, participate in polls, and have the opportunity to provide feedback, ensuring that the new content truly reflects the desires of the player base.
