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Make 2025 the year you...

Get your board game overfunded to
make 6 figures and beyond

Welcome to The Kagan Duckademy: Mastering the Game of Crowdfunding! - A 12-week program with Ori Kagan to turn your passion into profit.


I’ve helped board game designers raise $21+ million in Kickstarter funding — are you next?

"Ori can make the difference between a game that sells and a game that flops."

Victor Shiu
Director, LaunchBoom Games

"Ori's superfan methodology is a revelation that transformed our marketing, sales, and even our game designs!”

Dusty Droz
Dux Somnium - Botany
($1.05 Million on Kickstarter)

"Aut dicta commodi nostrum quidem delectus molestiae ad et ex odit."

Samantha
CEO / Founder
"[Ori's] insight into not only the business side of how campaigns work, and how customers think, but also through the creative side in how to capture imagination and the attention of potential backers!"
Jay Cormier
Off the Page Games
(Mind MGMT, Harrow County)

"Ori's guidance brought clarity to our marketing process and helped us define our brand's voice and identity. Thanks to Ori's methods, our fan base grew beyond expectations!"

Aviad Tal
Beyond the Screen - Book of Spirits ($224k on Kickstarter)

"Aut dicta commodi nostrum quidem delectus molestiae ad et ex odit."

Samantha
CEO / Founder
Ready to Play?

Picture this — 


As the morning mist dissipates, you find yourself standing on a rugged cliff overlooking a dense forest.


In the distance, the mystical Portal of Publication glimmers invitingly—a gateway to turning your dream into a reality.


Your board game, crafted with passion and lore, is eager for the world's embrace. But between you and the portal stretches...

The dense, uncharted Forest of Marketing  
Doubting your skills and lacking the weapons and armor needed to brave the forest, possibly full of traps and monsters, you find yourself hesitating at the precipice.

Will you muster the courage to learn the marketing secrets of the forest, so you can reach the portal and launch your game into legend?

Hey, I’m Ori
If I were at the table with you, I’d be the GM handing you a D20 telling you you "roll for initiative" as you make your way through the Forest of Marketing.

Unfortunately I’m not at the table with you right now... but I’d like to be!

As you can tell, I love stories (and D&D) but there’s a special reason I decided to use this analogy to talk to you today...

You may think that because you’re a creative, or introverted or geeky, you can’t do “this whole marketing thing” but here’s what no one is telling you —

Getting your game overfunded on Kickstarter is a lot like being an awesome Dungeon Master: It’s got nothing to do with traditional marketing and everything to do with STORYTELLING.
Confession: I’ve always been introverted and a bit of a daydreamer...

I was the kid who just wanted to play board games when I wasn’t choreographing a

lightsaber fight for a Star Wars fan film. 


Dreaming of becoming a filmmaker and bringing fantastic stories to life. 


I thought it was just a dream.

But here I am, I've combined both of my passions and have helped publishers raise a cool $21+ million funding for games like these  

through my agency, Kagan Productions


Firefly: The Game - 10th Anniversary Collector's Edition

GF9


$3,452,688 raised

The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim The Adventure Game

Modiphius Entertainment


$164,9091 raised

Star Realms: Rise of Empire

Wise Wizard Games



$905,228 raised

Guilty Gear -Strive-: The Board Game

Level 99 Games


$439,003 raised


Those were dream projects!
But you know what was even better? 

Bringing to life BRAND NEW games with first time creators!
Seeing new designers follow their own dreams and blast to the stratosphere with successful campaigns
Knowing that the players all around the world will be playing their games

Their success finally allowing them to start their very own tabletop publishing business!



Botany:
A Victorian Expedition

Dux Somnium Games


$1,057,307 raised

Flock Together
Sea Cow Games


$308,555 raised

Ascendancy

One More Turn Games



$476,557 raised

Book of Spirits

Beyond the Screen



$224,142 raised

CUBE MONSTER

CrazzyBox



$87,852 raised

We're Sinking

Ludamus Games



$86,371 raised

Davy Jones' Locker

PudKat Games



$102,105 raised

Apistocracy

Heather Dixon



$73,465 raised

Moral of this story? If they can do it, so can you!

The best part?


I’ve been through the Forest of Marketing already (many times) so you don’t have to head into uncharted territory alone…

With an expert in board game marketing AND storytelling by your side, you’ll be rolling all Natural 20s, my friend.

I’ve helped dozens of board game publishers— from big names like GF9, Modiphius, and Gibson Games, to brand new ones like Dux Somnium, Sea Cow Games and Beyond the Screen — go from zero to overfunded, by lunchtime… with a 100% success rate!
Make 2025 the year you put YOUR board game
on the shelf

It’s time to turn your passion into profit

Introducing

Kagan Duckademy
Master the Game of Crowdfunding
An epic 3-month quest program to get your board game overfunded to make 6-figures and beyond, in 2025.

Only 30 spots available — 30 day money back guarantee

"As a creator new to crowdfunding, Ori filled the role of a coach, taking the time to understand my project and offering practical marketing insights based on first-hand experience."
Heather Vaught Dixon
Apistocracy
($73k on Kickstarter)

"We didn’t know the first thing about marketing before we met Ori. He helped us find our identity as a brand and connected us with all the best resources. We wouldn’t have succeeded without him!"

Matt Mundy
Sea Cow Games - Flock Together ($308k on Kickstarter)

"Aut dicta commodi nostrum quidem delectus molestiae ad et ex odit."

Samantha
CEO / Founder
The tools, weapons and armor you’ll have at your disposal inside…
Kagan Duckademy

A Curriculum designed to de-risk and de-stress the Kickstarter process


You WON’T be overwhelmed by a huge curriculum that you need to plow through.


Oh no. This is a simple step-by-step process.


Instead we’ll have weekly 90-minute LIVE calls where we go through the curriculum together, chapter by chapter — so you do exactly the right thing in the right moment with zero overwhelm.

Weekly live calls to support you through every step of the adventure


Real-time, interactive learning sessions with me (Ori) and my chosen guest experts who are serious industry leaders. 

Each call will be 90 minutes long and you’ll have the chance to ask me anything as I reveal the same strategy that’s helped dozens of game developers (like with Botany) get overfunded and published.

Your new favorite community awaits


Share your progress and get invaluable feedback from an intimate group of fellow board game designers who share your dream.


You’ll share ideas, get feedback, and find someone to hold you accountable as you launch (what I like to call a launch buddy).

Get 1:1 feedback on your page to launch day


Real-time, interactive learning sessions with me (Ori) and my chosen guest experts who are serious industry leaders. 

Each call will be 90 minutes long and you’ll have the chance to ask me anything as I reveal the same strategy that’s helped dozens of game developers (like Firefly) get overfunded and published.

The ultimate checklist to keep you on track


Stay organized and on track with this comprehensive checklist covering all the steps in your crowdfunding campaign.


Make sure you’re fully prepared for each phase of the launch and minimize the risk of missing an important step.

QUICK HEADS UP —

To make sure I can give you my full attention
there are only 30 spots available

Grab your place at the table now to avoid missing out!

30 day money back guarantee

Let's geek out on the details

Every week we will open a new chapter together on a live 90-min call. 


These chapters make up the full comprehensive curriculum. 

 Spoiler alert: It makes crowdfunding feel E-A-S-Y

CHAPTER 1: FOUNDATION - Unlocking your WHY

To reach the final destination (overfunded) we must first explore your origins — what inspired you to create this game? Unlocking your WHY will keep you on track as you cross even the most perilous of forests. We'll discuss what success means for your project (beyond just making money) and how to set clear, achievable goals for your crowdfunding campaign.

CHAPTER 2: POSITIONING - Make your game fly off the (virtual) shelves

For your game to sell (like really sell), you need to know exactly what makes it irresistible — from its unique features to the complete escapism it offers potential players. I’ll help you understand why your game deserves attention and how it differs from others in the market.

CHAPTER 3: THE SUPERFAN - Discover your Superfan Avatar

My Superfan Framework has been the secret to my success with getting $21+ million raised for my agency clients. I’ll help you understand who your Superfan is as well as their deepest desires, fears, and what drives them to buy. This is key to getting overfunded, by lunchtime.

CHAPTER 4: THE STORY - Creating your epic marketing roadmap

Now you bring together everything we’ve learned so far to craft an epic story about your game. See... I told you marketing is just about stories I’ll show you how to use this story to spark immediate interest and excitement among your potential backers.

CHAPTER 5: GROWTH -  Find and attract your Superfans

Knowing who your Superfans are is one thing but finding and connecting with them is where the money’s at. I’ll show you exactly how to do that— using both free methods and paid advertising. We’ll also look at how to work with influencers and content creators who can help spread the word.

CHAPTER 6: MARKETING ECOSYSTEM  - Navigating the dark forest of marketing

This is marketing made simple. I’ll show you how to build a marketing plan that keeps working for you, attracting more interest and keeping people excited about your game but without working too hard. Kind of like a snowball rolling downhill, building momentum as it rolls!

CHAPTER 7: PRE-LAUNCH - Roll with advantage on crowdfunding

This is the chapter when we get everything ready for your launch. We’re getting your game plan in place. We de-risk and de-stress E-V-E-R-Y-T-H-I-N-G in this chapter so you have a smooth launch. We’ll get you set up with a launch buddy now for optimum takeoff.

CHAPTER 8: LAUNCH! - How to run your live campaign

Essential tactics for the duration of your crowdfunding campaign, including what to do right before it starts, on launch day, and how to keep people engaged until the end. This will help you avoid common slowdowns and keep the momentum going. Ready? BOOM!

 AND THERE’S 4 MORE LIVE SESSIONS...

Meet the guest “quest” experts

The murky world of ads UNCOVERED
- with Victor Shiu from LaunchBoom
Finally! Ads demystified. You won’t want to miss this one...

You’ll learn exactly how to identify the right audiences, create impactful ads, and test their effectiveness. Everything you need to run ads that boost your campaign’s reach and engagement.
How to survive thrive after being overfunded
- with Dusty and Amy Droz from Dux Somnium
What happens after you get overfunded? Don’t worry, I’m not going to leave you floating in the Space of success, totally overwhelmed!

Dusty and Amy will show you how to turn a successful Kickstarter into a full on Tabletop Publishing Business. How to handle logistics, fulfil orders on time, and most importantly - how to scale up beyond!
Take your game GLOBALLY
- with Meeple on Board: Vanguard
This one is clever... Think big right from the start.

The MOB team will share their insights from their years of experience as a licensing & tabletop gaming Consulting Agency, and most importantly - the TERRIBLE MISTAKES you should avoid at all costs!
How to Fail Faster and find your inner designer
- with Jay Cormier from Off the Page Games
With over 20 games published and 5 highly successful Kickstarter Campaigns, Jay made sure to document his entire journey as an indie design turned publisher.
He will share the mistakes he made along the way and what to do instead, and present his "Fail Faster" methodology.

Ready to open the first chapter?

Only 30 spots available — 30 day money back guarantee

You want to make your dollar stretch as much as possible, I get that.
So let’s talk numbers...
If you hired my agency for your board game launch the investment would be $8,000 to $25,000

Okay, that price would be for strategy, plus a trailer for your board game (Kagan Productions is a video production agency) — but, the strategy is the key piece to the puzzle. 

Trust me, we've made epic videos for games that DIDN’T get funded, because the designers didn’t invest in marketing strategy. (It’s the reason why we refuse to make videos without strategy included now).

I’ve created this program because I wanted to help more passionate indie designers get their game into the world without this price tag.

This is the most affordable way to get my expertise, strategy, and years of experience, without having to pay agency rates.
But this isn’t just about money, is it?
The real cost of a failed launch is NOT about lost funds, if you ask me.

It’s the lost confidence, time and enthusiasm.

And I don’t want that for you. No, thank you. 

I’ve seen too many talented designers quit because they didn’t get their first launch right.

But I want you to know what it feels like to hold your published and funded game in your hands for the first time. And have 100s or even 1000s waiting to receive it in their hands too.

So, how much is this program worth to you?
"Without Ori, our game Chemical Overload may have never seen the light of day, let along been a successful, fully funded Kickstarter."
Michael Crandall
Chemical Overload
($41k on Kickstarter)

"Ori's valuable insights helped us take our board game Primates to the next level!"

Derek Coons
Primates: An Evolutionary Board Game ($39k on Kickstarter and counting!)

"Aut dicta commodi nostrum quidem delectus molestiae ad et ex odit."

Samantha
CEO / Founder

Only 30 spots available — 30 day money back guarantee

Save your spot at the table and make 2025 the year you turn your passion into profit

The Comprehensive Crowdfunding Curriculum to get your game overfunded, by lunchtime

8 x 90 minute live calls with me (Ori Kagan) where we unpack the curriculum, chapter by chapter

4 x 90 minute sessions with TOP tabletop experts

An active, intimate community with talented game designers (like you!)

1:1 feedback on your crowdfunding page to optimize it for launch

Ask me anything in our private Slack group between calls

Access to all recorded programme sessions and resources in the Kagan Duckademy Hub  

OPTION 1: BEST VALUE

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All payments protected by my Money Back Guarantee: 

 If you’re not loving the program in 30 days, you get your money back, no quibbles

Got a question? Step into the FAQ tavern, my friend...
  • Why this program? Why now?
    Because if you’re a board game designer who wants to get your game funded on Kickstarter there is nothing on the market that’s more relevant to you right now. Not anything that’s made by - and with direct access to - someone with a track record of helping board game designers do exactly what you want to do. 

    In a nutshell, this program is made for you… by someone just like you… with the exact experience and framework to do exactly what you want to do! 

    It's as if the stars have aligned, marking it your destiny to join us on this journey.
  • How long is the program and what is the time commitment each week?
    It’s 3 months long and every week there’ll be a live 90-minute session with me. You’ll also  need time to implement what you've learned. 

    This program has been designed to give you all the strategies you need to take action fast with zero fluff.

    I will be there with you every step of the way to give you the support you need to launch your game into the world.
  • Is this program right for me?
    If you’re a new or experienced board game developer ready to have your most successful board game launch ever in 2025, this program is for you.
     
    Even if you’ve done this before I can show you how to get even better results with my years of experience and secret strategies for Kickstarter campaigns that get overfunded within the blink of an eye.
  • When does the program start and when will the live calls take place?
    The first call of the program will be on September 17th and calls will take place every Tuesday after that for 12 weeks. We’ll wrap up in December, ready for your launch in the New Year.

    Calls will usually be held at 3pm ET.
  • What if I can’t make the live calls?
    No problem at all! We schedule the calls at times that work well for the U.S., but if you can't join one, just shoot over your questions beforehand. I’ll make sure they get answered live. 

    Plus, the recordings will be available within 24 hours in the Kagan Duckademy Hub, so you'll be free to catch up on anything you missed, whenever it's convenient for you.
  • Is there a refund policy?
    Yes! I’m 100% committed to this program being the best investment you’ve ever made. If you’re not happy for any reason, I’m offering a 30-day no-questions-asked refund policy.
AND NOW HERE’S A QUESTION FOR YOU, ADVENTURER...
What’s really stopping you from launching your game?

If you don’t think you have what it takes, you do.


If you’re worried it’s going to flop, that’s ok. I’m here for those doubts.

If you’re tired of trying to trying to do it alone it, here’s your chance to make your dream come true with a guild of fellow adventurers.

One thing is for sure, you have to try.

Because years from now you don’t want to look back and wonder, “What if”?

What if I had just gone for it?

What if I had mustered my courage to navigate the forest and made it to the portal?

What if I hadn’t given up on my dreams?

There’s only one way to find out!
""Ori helped a lot with the launch of Chroma Arcana, and I think his help was paramount to our success.""
Mo Shawwa 
Chroma Arcana - (£66,606 on Kickstarter)

"[Ori's] review really kicked my butt to fix my page, leading to three times more funding than I expected!"

Dylan Coyle
Park Life - ($20,707 on Kickstarter)

"Aut dicta commodi nostrum quidem delectus molestiae ad et ex odit."

Samantha
CEO / Founder
Are you ready for this epic quest?

I’ll lead you through the dense, uncharted Forest of Marketing
so you can level up and - 

Get your board game overfunded 

to make 6-figures and beyond

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