A new third-party accessory called Magic Screen aims to add touch support to existing MacBook Air and Pro displays by attaching magnetically and connecting via USB-C, offering a potential upgrade for users seeking touchscreen functionality without buying a new MacBook.
Sweekar is a modern AI-powered virtual pet inspired by the '90s Tamagotchi, which grows and evolves through various life stages, requiring care and attention, and will be available on Kickstarter for $150.
AYANEO announced the upcoming release of the Pocket Play, a gaming-focused smartphone with a 6.80-inch OLED screen, a slide-out gaming control shelf, and a high-performance processor, expected to launch in 2026 with a Kickstarter campaign soon. Details on pricing and specific specs remain undisclosed.
Mirumi, a cute and inquisitive companion robot by Yukai Engineering, is now available for pre-order on Kickstarter, with delivery expected in April 2026. Priced around $118 for early backers, it is designed to bring joy and companionship rather than perform practical tasks, featuring sensors and expressive movements to interact with people.
The HyperSpace Trackpad Pro is a premium external multi-touch trackpad for Windows, offering a Mac-like experience with high responsiveness and customizable gestures via its Hydra app. Priced at $149.99, it is available for early order on Kickstarter at a lower price, with general release expected in Q1 2026. It currently has limited macOS support.
Creative's new Re:Imagine is a reconfigurable, modular audio hub inspired by Stream Decks, featuring customizable buttons, dials, and screens, with extensive connectivity options, running Linux, and capable of controlling audio, applications, smart home devices, and running various apps including a retro game emulator and AI tools. It is crowdfunding with expected delivery in June 2026, starting at $500.
Yacht Club Games has delayed the release of Mina the Hollower, their Zelda-inspired game originally scheduled for October 31, to allow for additional polishing and fine-tuning, with no new launch date announced yet. The game, crowdfunded via Kickstarter, features a retro aesthetic and gameplay inspired by Zelda and Castlevania, focusing on exploration and combat with a burrowing mechanic.
A Kickstarter project for the cozy game PuffPals: Island Skies, which raised $2.6 million, has become a disaster with the website gone, backers ignored, and multiple lawsuits against Fluffnest, the company behind it, due to mismanagement, delays, and potential scam allegations.
Team Cherry announced that players who own Hollow Knight: Silksong on Nintendo Switch will receive a free upgrade to the Nintendo Switch 2 version with enhancements, requiring a download of the upgrade pack from the eShop after redeeming the game key.
Team Cherry has issued a final update before the launch of Hollow Knight: Silksong, scheduled for September 4, 2025, on Switch and Switch 2, detailing how backers can receive their game keys and unlock enhanced features on the new console. Backers need to complete surveys and check their emails for codes, with Switch 2 owners requiring an additional free upgrade pack. The game is priced at $19.99 and will launch at specific times across different regions.
Team Cherry has announced that Kickstarter backers of Hollow Knight will receive codes for Hollow Knight: Silksong, which is set to launch on September 4 across multiple platforms, marking the first update in six years. The codes will be available for PC and Switch versions, with the game also releasing on consoles and Game Pass. The update follows a long wait and builds anticipation for the game's release, which is already drawing significant attention and high player engagement.
Custom Camera Building is launching a new line of affordable, large-format and panoramic film cameras on Kickstarter, featuring rugged composite materials, interchangeable parts, and compatibility with various formats, with shipping expected in November.
Abode, a Kickstarter project aimed at creating an Adobe Creative Suite alternative, has been shut down after failing to deliver promised software due to alleged developer non-performance and disputes between the creator and developer, leaving backers unlikely to see refunds or the product.
The popular animated web series Murder Drones is expanding into the comic book world with a graphic novel by Oni Press, set to debut on Kickstarter in September 2025 and in stores in February 2026, adapting the series' first season and exploring its post-apocalyptic story of drones rebuilding society amidst threats.
The eufyMake E1 UV Printer, claimed to be the world's first personal UV-texture printer, has raised over $44 million on Kickstarter, making it the platform's most funded campaign ever. It offers high-quality UV printing on various materials and objects, targeting hobbyists and small businesses, with a user-friendly design and competitive pricing. Shipping is expected to begin in July, but questions remain about its long-term durability and operational costs.