Open Owl Studios and Tempest Workshop Announce Unique Partnership to Create a New Crowdfunding-Focused Board Game
Kelowna, BC (September 10, 2024) – Open Owl Studios, a publisher known for its innovative board games such as Mythwind and Stonesaga, is pleased to announce a new partnership with Tempest Workshop, a studio founded by former members of Prospero Hall and Funko Games. The two studios are collaborating on a unique board game project, set for release in late 2025, which will be brought to life through a community-focused crowdfunding campaign.
A Unique Partnership in Tabletop Gaming
This partnership brings a fresh approach to the tabletop gaming industry. Tempest Workshop will focus on creating a game that embodies their vision, while Open Owl Studios provides the funding, crowdfunding expertise, and manages the go-to-market strategy. In a unique arrangement for the board game industry, Tempest Workshop will retain ownership of the game’s intellectual property, and Open Owl Studios will have exclusive distribution rights, allowing both studios to play to their strengths. Open Owl Studios believes in the untapped potential of creators, and partnerships like this help pave the way for even greater creativity in the future.
Shared Vision and Community Engagement
Both Open Owl Studios and Tempest Workshop share a passion for empowering creators and engaging directly with the gaming community through crowdfunding. Open Owl Studios is committed to supporting creators in developing and owning new worlds, while Tempest Workshop’s experienced team brings a creative and innovative perspective to game design. This collaboration leverages Open Owl Studios’ success with large-scale crowdfunding and Tempest Workshop’s design expertise to create a game that promises to resonate with fans.
“We’re thrilled to partner with Tempest Workshop,” said Open Owl Studios CEO Brendan McCaskell. “Their creative approach aligns perfectly with our mission to support innovative game design, and we’re excited to work together to bring something special to the community.”
Tempest Workshop echoed this enthusiasm. “Open Owl Studios approached us early on with an audacious idea and an opportunity to pitch them the most ambitious game we’ve ever dreamt up,” said Tempest Workshop Studio Director Chris Rowlands. “We put our all into every project we’re involved with, and with the support of a partner that wholeheartedly understands and values the creative process, we’re thrilled to continue our legacy of defying expectations and daring to dream big.
Looking Ahead
This collaboration between Open Owl Studios and Tempest Workshop marks an exciting chapter for both studios, promising a community-driven project that will capture the imagination of board game enthusiasts. Further details about the game and its crowdfunding campaign will be revealed in the coming months.
For media inquiries, please contact hello@openowlstudios.com or contact@tempestworkshop.com.
About Open Owl Studios
Open Owl Studios, based in British Columbia, Canada, creates immersive tabletop experiences like Mythwind, Stonesaga, and Stars of Akarios. Focused on innovation and rich world-building, the studio blends storytelling and player-driven choices to craft unique, cooperative games that captivate players and build a thriving community.
About Tempest Workshop
Tempest Workshop is a board game design studio based in Seattle, WA, founded by industry veterans from Prospero Hall, Funko Games, and Forrest-Pruzan Creative. With experience bringing over 250 titles to market, the team blends creativity and craftsmanship to deliver games that create meaningful experiences and foster connection through play.
