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Press Release: New Syncanite Foundation Campaign Launches on May 5, 2026

Expanding the Universe While Opening the Door to New Players


Syncanite Games today (or tomorrow, depending on your time zone) launches its new Gamefound campaign! This amazing new initiative marks not only the next evolution of the company’s flagship title, the cutthroat board game Syncanite Foundation, but also a carefully designed entry point for new players discovering the property for the first time. Both veteran players and said newcomers will now be able to immerse themselves in the entire setting, including a first novel and an amazing ‘Epic Music’ soundtrack album.



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The Campaign:

Trailer:

Music Album Teaser:

Audiobook Sample

And Audiobook Sample



Live!

The campaign will be live on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at the following times:


• CET / Brussels: 16:00 / 4 P.M.

• GMT (UK): 15:00 / 3 P.M.

• EST (New York): 10:00 A.M.

• PT (Los Angeles): 07:00 A.M.



More About the Campaign

The campaign builds on the growing reputation of Syncanite Foundation – a strategy-driven board game set in a dark, ‘crystal punk’ universe where players take on the roles of powerful oligarchs competing for global dominance through influence, manipulation, and the control of rare crystalline resources known as Syncanite.


While Expansion I introduces new mechanics, strategic depth, and narrative layers tied to the upcoming novel series, the campaign has been structured to ensure that both returning players and newcomers can engage with the experience in a meaningful way. Rather than positioning the project as content exclusively for existing fans, Syncanite Games presents this release as part of a broader, evolving ecosystem – one that invites players in at multiple levels.


‘The board game was always based on the novels but told the story of the antagonists. With this new campaign, we add the original hero story, making Syncanite a whole experience,’ says Timon Thöne, CEO of Syncanite Games. ‘This campaign reflects our philosophy that players want worlds to immerse themselves in, but also want to share their experiences with others. This campaign expands the experience for our community, but at the same time offers a clear and compelling way for new players and lovers of epic fantasy to step into the world of Syncanite.’


Visually and thematically, Syncanite Foundation continues to distinguish itself through its fusion of dark science fantasy and art deco design, creating a unique identity within the expert board game space. The new campaign pushes this further, refining both the aesthetic presentation and the tactile quality of the components, while deepening the strategic possibilities at the heart of the game. All new art was human-made, specifically commissioned for the game, and more is coming!

 


A Living Campaign, Built Over Time

Rather than revealing every element at launch, Syncanite Games is adopting a phased approach to the campaign, allowing the project to unfold gradually. This strategy ensures that each aspect – gameplay, production, narrative, and collector-focused elements – receives the attention it deserves without overwhelming the audience.


As the campaign progresses, backers can expect additional reveals that further explore the craftsmanship and ambition behind the project.


Among these is the exploration of a highly exclusive, ultra-premium tier, developed in collaboration with specialized artisans. While details remain under wraps for now, the intent is clear: to push the boundaries of what a board game can represent, not only as a play experience, but as a collector’s piece.


More information on this will be unveiled later during the campaign.

 


Designed for Strategy, Built for Presence and Storytelling

At its core, Syncanite Foundation remains focused on delivering a deep, competitive gameplay experience, where every decision shapes the balance of power. At the same time, the project embraces a level of production and artistic direction that elevates it beyond traditional tabletop expectations. Additionally, Syncanite Foundation is firmly rooted in its rich, engaging session, which will be further developed in the trilogy of novels, an upcoming strategy game, a tabletop roleplaying game, and a series or series of films. In fact, Syncanite Games is bringing its series pilot presentation to this year’s Cannes Film Festival, and is inviting all of you to its booth at Palais -1 (booth 2.13), and its press day in the Carlton Hotel on the 16th of May, at 6 P.M.


The Syncanite Foundation experience also invites storytelling as try to manipulate and negotiate with each other, while the unique flow of the game immerses themselves in the eb and flow of what is being represented on the board.


This triple focus – on gameplay, presentation and story – defines Syncanite’s long-term vision: creating games that are not only played, but also collected, displayed, and remembered.

 

What the Press Has Been Saying

‘One of those rare beasts… genuine originality in board game design. … As a unique gaming experience… absolutely brilliant. It’s just fun. … This is a stunning production… quite frankly, a work of art.’

— GamersDungeon

‘A really interesting mix of mechanics… a very interactive, political experience. … There’s a lot going on… very ambitious design.’

— The Dice Tower

‘A very ambitious project with a lot of content.. You can immediately see the scale of the project.’

— Bald and Bored Games

‘The most engaging and thrilling tabletop game experience we’ve had in a long time. It’s totally unique and flows differently than most board games. … Because of the fact that some decisions can change the direction of the game, player turns feel weighty and important. … The genuine feeling of surprise andn excitement we felt at numerous moments may, quite simply, have made Syncanite Foundation one of our favorite board games ever.’

—  Hans De Ryck, LifeBytes Magazine

‘It’s all so immersive that we can’t wait to discover the expanded universe. The 5 out of 5 ratings we gave this game are well-deserved.’

— David Robyn, PDF’zines

 

 

Campaign Details

• Launch Date: Tuesday, May 5, 2026

• Platform: Gamefound

• Publisher: Syncanite Games

 

About Syncanite Games

Syncanite Games is a premium board game publisher dedicated to combining expert-level strategy with high-end design and production values. By blending strong artistic identity with deep gameplay systems, the company aims to establish a new standard within the tabletop industry.

 

Press Contact

Reach out to us now for interviews, reviews, competitions, etc.

Dirk Vandereyken

Tel: +32 (0)494 38 27 44

 

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