Absolutely heart breaking as a blue jays fan 😭 But that was a hell of a game and series.

This is crazy! Thanks so much @heylookitsalan.bsky.social !! I am adding this as a "Resource of the week" in my newsletter. I'll be sure to tag. 🤜 🤛

Me approaching this boss 😂

Whether you're a solo developer or running a small studio, these insights could transform how you approach crowdfunding. The indie game space is competitive, and smart reward design gives you an edge.

What makes Sam's approach special is his "backer first" thinking. The result is campaigns that don't just fund, they build communities.

In this episode, Sam shares a tactical breakdown, including:
🕥 The 48 to 72 hour early bird window that triggers the Kickstarter algorithm.
🎵 Why vinyl records consistently outperform other physical rewards.
➕ Digital add on strategies that increase average pledge amounts.

Sam Jarvis from Indievelopment has mastered this balance, helping to raise over $300,000 from more than 5,000 backers through strategic reward design.

Myth: The more rewards we offer, the more money we'll raise.
Reality: Poorly planned rewards can eat your entire development budget.

Myth: Physical rewards always outperform digital ones.
Reality: The wrong physical rewards can become a fulfillment nightmare.

It was an honour to have you on, Jacob! Can't wait to have you join us again! ⚖️👨🏻‍⚖️

Watch the full episode: freakingcoolindies.com/11-2/

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