‘Gem Rush: Second Edition’ Mines Kickstarter Goal in First 48 Hours

Victory Point Games launched their crowdfunding project for a new edition of Gem Rush this week and quickly surpassed their $6k goal. In the game, one to six players represent industrious dwarves looking to mine the most precious stones. VPG is pointing out this isn’t going to simply be the same game with an extra layer of chrome either as you’ll find new rooms, additional gem types, and character skills brought into the mix. You’ll even receive a PC edition of the game through Steam. Gem Rush: Second Edition is for ages 13+ and plays in around 45 minutes. You can reserve a copy of the game (both physical and digital) and all stretch goals for a $30 pledge through May 10. Estimated delivery is October of this year.

From VPG:

Gem Rush: Second Edition is a perfectly cut, highly polished new version of this treasured title. Designed by Jeremy (Darkest Night) Lennert, each player is an industrious dwarf working in a magical gem mine on a quest for dwarven glory, racing to build the mine, discover its secrets, and strategize using its evolving layout!!

• Vastly improved component quality over the First Edition with bright new graphics facelift for the rooms, gems, characters, skills, and even the rulebook.
• Play alongside your friends in Cooperative Mode, or see who the best dwarf is in Competitive Mode.
• New magical gems including Echoglass, Orichalcum, and Warpstone — each with properties that impact a sagacious player’s strategy.
• Player Skill cards so each dwarf wields an individual special ability which helps them compete. Includes dwarven poetry!

In addition, backers will also receive the digital version of Gem Rush: Second Edition (developed by Quicksilver Software Inc.) at no additional charge through Steam! Please note that as of now, this digital version of Gem Rush: Second Edition will only be available on Steam.

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