Crafting unforgettable memories through storytelling and game design since 2023
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Ankylo Apocalypse
Board Game | CONTEST ENTRY
Ankylo Apocalypse is a Dexterity game for 2 - 5 players. Players must harness their Ankylosaurus stacking skills in the hopes of becoming the new leader of the Ankylo Tribe.
HORNET VS. LADYBUGS
Board Game | CONTEST ENTRY
Hornet Vs. Ladybug is a strategy game for 2 players. Join one of the factions as you try to navigate the challenges brought forth by human interference in your home.
THE REAPER’S GUIDE
Book | RELEASING SEPT. 30TH 2024
A Children’s Fantasy Adventure Novel by Charles Byrd. On her first day as a reaper, Lyra makes a fatal mistake that changes both character’s lives forever.
Apple Dearie?
Board Game | PLAYTESTING
Apple Dearie is a fun party game for 2 - 9 players. Defeat your opponents by offering them poisoned apples to claim the title of the Fairest among them!
KITTYBOT KRAFTERS
Board Game | PLAYTESTING
Kittybot Krafters: A fun press-your-luck resource game for 2 - 4 players. Craft robots, build Kittybots, and manage Battery Power to win!
YE XIAN
Board Game | AVAILABLE NOW
Ye Xian is a microgame designed for 3 - 6 players inspired by the Chinese tale of Cinderella. Will you be able to find and bring this girl to the emperor?
FIFI COME HERE!
Board Game | PLAYTESTING
Fifi, Come Here is a 2 - 4 players family decision game. Use strategy and treats to persuade Fifi to your side. Will she choose you?
OH MY… !
Board Game | AVAILABLE NOW
Oh My! is a card strategy game for 2 players. Step into Grandma's shoes as you race to see who can eat the most without dying. Inspired by the classic nursery rhyme
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ABOUT Once Upon a Game
Hello there! We're Once Upon a Game, and we've been on a heartfelt journey since 2023, dedicated to weaving enchanting tales through the magic of board games and books. Our cozy creative haven is nestled amidst the tranquil beauty of the North Carolina mountains, where we blend cultures and unleash our creative spirits to conjure up extraordinary games and stories. Each and every detail in our creations is a labor of love, from the tangible game pieces that you can touch and feel to the words and images that dance across the pages of our books. We take immense pride in collaborating with local artists who add a touch of exceptional quality to our work. But what truly makes our hearts sing is the joy of helping families create those precious, unforgettable memories. Whether it's huddled around a gaming table, lost in the enchantment of our books, or both, we're all about crafting those moments that you'll treasure forever.