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[–] nat_turner_overdrive@hexbear.net 38 points 2 years ago (16 children)

not $65-for-a-box-that-will-never-be-opened good, though

[–] FumpyAer@hexbear.net 20 points 2 years ago (11 children)

They're making money on it, so that's reason enough for them.

Presumably, the few people that buy it will open and use it.

[–] TreadOnMe@hexbear.net 25 points 2 years ago (7 children)

I highly doubt they are making much money, if any on it. Board game development and manufacturing is expensive in the U.S. especially for a one-off. A game with this many decks and pieces would probably cost an easy $100 in a regular retail environment, which is likely why the run is limited.

[–] FumpyAer@hexbear.net 12 points 2 years ago* (last edited 2 years ago) (1 children)

I expect a larger, less limited run for a higher price later on if this test run sells well. If this is a loss leader, it's also a marketing gambit.

[–] TreadOnMe@hexbear.net 12 points 2 years ago (1 children)

This is completely possible and a much more realistic analysis. We'll see what they end up doing here.

[–] FumpyAer@hexbear.net 8 points 2 years ago (1 children)

Might sell decently in the UK as well 😆

[–] TreadOnMe@hexbear.net 4 points 2 years ago

Yeah, the TrashFuture audience would love this shit.

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