Using Polls To Fix Crowdfunding Problems

Ever wondered why your Kickstarter campaign isn't hitting the mark? Or how some indie developers turn setbacks into triumphs? In this episode of Crowdfunding Nerds, Andrew and Sean dive deep into the art of polling fans and making data-driven decisions with special guest Christopher Cantero of Chazak Games.   Christopher, who has an impressive background with Unity Technologies and projects like Doom Eternal, shares his journey of transitioning to indie game development and launching the Kickstarter for "High Fructose," a first-person arena shooter roguelite. Despite some initial struggles, his campaign is gaining traction thanks to community engagement and streamer support.   We explore the nitty-gritty of why polling is crucial, especially when your campaign isn't performing as expected. From optimizing pledge tiers to leveraging social proof, this episode is packed with actionable insights. Plus, hear firsthand how Christopher plans to navigate the challenges and take his campaign to the next level.   Don't miss out—tune in and learn how to turn your crowdfunding campaign into a success story!    Follow Christopher:  Twitter: @CanteroChris  Website: playhighfructose.com Kickstarter How to Market a Game   Check out our website at crowdfundingnerds.com and join our bustling community on Facebook.   Stay Nerdy!

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Since 2019, Crowdfunding Nerds has helped over 200 crowdfunding creators raise over $30M on Kickstarter and Gamefound. In addition to that, we have generated over $100M in ecommerce sales and had clients featured on Shark Tank, ”As Seen On TV,” and more. We work with IP’s like Avatar: The Last Airbender, Elder Scrolls, Fallout, Star Trek, Mass Effect, Dune, and more... But we have also helped a TON of first-time creators fund on day 1, too! Our podcast exists to help you with your journey before, during, and after crowdfunding using real-world examples from our clients. We share what’s working and what is not in today’s market. We build pre-launch e-mail lists, get backers during live campaigns, and drive pre-orders and e-commerce sales after your campaign ends! If you’re DIY marketing (doing it yourself), we created the Crowdfunding Nerds Academy to help, which has specialized courses designed to make sure you’re doing it right! Buckle up; it’s about to get nerdy.