Upside Down Kingdom: Faith Comes Alive at Game Night!

A cooperative board game and storybook that helps kids discover the Gospel through play, story & teamwork.

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I have made you a light… to bring salvation to the ends of the earth.” Acts 13:47. Upside Down Kingdom is a cooperative board game where players journey through gardens, deserts, clouds, and kingdoms! Spread the good news that God’s Kingdom has come, from the gates of the golden city to the farthest edges of the earth. Players set out on a journey to see the Kingdom flourish and grow. But beware—on the winding path are obstacles from the Anti-Kingdom, determined to slow your steps. Along the way you’ll gather cards, receive help from the King, share Attributes and put off Anti-Kingdom cards. Each player takes on a unique role with a special ability, working together to overcome setbacks and reach the Ends of the Earth—before the white horse arrives at the End of the Age. Ages 4+ 20-30 min 2-4 players
“Upside Down Kingdom is a blast! A beautiful design, collaborative gameplay and intentional, Biblical truth combine to make it a worthy addition to any family’s game collection!” -Lake Slabach, Director of Family Discipleship at Storyline Church
Biblical gameplay teaches theology
The Upside Down Kingdom board game helps Christian parents disciple their children -- not through lectures, but through play.
The game introduces the Kingdom of God to all ages and invites players to discover: 1. What is the Kingdom of God like? 2. Who is the King, and what is He like? 3. How do I participate in His Kingdom?
Designed for 2-4 players, Upside Down Kingdom takes you on an adventure through obstacles like the Storm of Fear and Worry, the Pit of Despair, and Suffering Falls
As a team, you'll race to reach the Ends of the Earth before teh White Horse reaches the End of the Age. With a 20-30 minute play time, the game is easy to learn and rich in meaning.
As they play, kids and adults alike will begin to grasp that we can't overcome the ways of this world on our own. We need to put on the Attributes of the King to flip the Anti-Kingdom upside down.
The game reveals that the Kingdom of God is already here, yet the Anti-Kingdom is still a reality — and one day, the Kingdom will come in its fullness when Jesus returns.
“After we finished it, the kids said ‘Can we play again?!’” – Alison, Mom of 2
What’s in the Box? The game is built to spark Gospel conversations at every turn Board- Step into the world of the parables of Jesus and traverse a map where the Kingdom of God (represented by plants and life) is taking over the Anti-Kingdom (a dry and barren land). *Cultivate a love for the King* 20 Attribute Cards “Put on” an Attribute of the King (Col 3, Eph 6:11) A Bible verse And a funny example of how to live out this characteristic 6 Help Cards Give players the opportunity to avoid certain setbacks if they get their timing right and share their cards in a strategic way 21 Anti-Kingdom Cards Caricatures of the ways of this world A silly title of royalty or military rank Encourages honest self-reflection—without the shame 4 Pawns “unless you turn and become like children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven” Matt 18:3 “let your light shine before others” Matt 5:16 Image of Player Power Cards Take on the role of Steward, Prophet, Protector or Intercessor with a unique power to help the team win. White Horse Pawn Builds suspense and anticipation Rev 19:11 Kingdom Tiles The Kingdom grows: the board changes as the game progresses Storybook Learn about how God, our King, brings His saving rule and reign into the world in a way that no one expected. In this rhyming retelling of the Gospel from a Kingdom perspective, the Creator becomes a servant. The First becomes last, and a plan unfolds in which the King dwells with His people once more when He returns. *Please note: The game is in development, and some design elements are subject to change.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dfQfkryFjdk
“It’s such a fun, creative way to carry out the Great Commission!” Lauren Ibach, Author of best selling book Strength in the Struggle
How to Play Upside Down Kingdom
Teamwork
Work together as a team to bring the Gospel from the mountain top to the Ends of the Earth before the white horse reaches the End of the Age.
Draw Cards
Draw Cards Collect Help cards like Faith, Hope and Forgiveness to overcome obstacles like Storm of Fear & Worry, the Pit of Despair and the Root of Bitterness.
Make Matches
Collect Attributes of the King cards to match against Anti-Kingdom cards
Flip the Anti-Kingdom Upside Down
When a match is made, Kingdom tiles are used as milestone spaces— getting you closer to your goal & spreading the Kingdom of God
Activate Player Powers
Use your player power to help the team make it to the Ends of the Earth before the white horse reaches the End of the Age
The King is Coming Back Soon!
The King is Coming Back Soon!
“They say play is the doorway to learning and I believe the Upside Down Kingdom game is the doorway to deep family discipleship. This game had my kids attention from the very beginning and cultivated conversation long after the game was over. The Upside Down Kingdom game helps parents feel confident in their role as disciplers and creates fun memories for families centered around the truth of the Gospel.” Lauren Jackson, Kids Ministry Circle
The Story Behind the Game This game didn’t begin as a business idea. It started as a seed I couldn’t ignore, something I felt called to bring to life. As a mom, I’ve spent countless hours around the table with my kids—laughing, playing, reconnecting. Board games have been one of the most reliable ways we set our screens aside and actually enjoy each other. Over time, I began to notice how powerful games are for learning—not just colors or coordination, but deeper concepts like strategy, logic, and problem solving. And it made me wonder: if we can teach spelling or science through play, why not the Gospel? Jesus was a master storyteller. He used parables and symbols, not just to state facts but to invite people into a different way of seeing. I wanted to create something like that: something tactile, visual, and interactive that would help kids not only hear about the Kingdom of God, but experience it. I had the vision, but I couldn’t have brought it to life without everyone who made it possible. Yan ensured the game was fun and exciting for kids, and brought the humour to the table. Denya Designs designed the first prototype, making it possible for us to start playtesting in 2024. Then we got Tommy Hardman on board who shaped the look and feel of the game. He illustrated it beautifully and captured all the themes and imagery we wanted to communicate. I hope that, while playing, kids have an “Ah-ha!” moment– that the goal of the Christian life isn’t to “be good enough” to get to heaven someday, but to recognize that heaven came down to us in the person of Jesus. We get to participate in that Kingdom now. We get to live as ambassadors of light, bringing His goodness, love, and truth into the everyday spaces of our lives.
Meet the Team Vicky- Game Developer Tommy- Illustrator Yan- Designer Lauren- Storybook hand lettering and editing Denya Design- Prototype Designer Video Panda EFulfillment Services
Timeline Oct 2025 Kickstarter Launches Nov 2025 Pledge Manager Opens Dec 2025 Prototype Sign Off Jan 2026 Pledge Manager Closes, Manufacture Begins April 2026 Games start shipping June 2026 Games Delivered
Stretch Goals Custom Wooden Meeples (Pre-Stretched) Acrylic UV Printed Tiles (Pre-Stretched) 25K Premium Linen Finish Cards 50K Silk Screen Printed bag 75K Bonus Resource for Parents Printed and included in Game Board Box (Voted on by the VIP community) 100K Gold Foil on Box
"I was looking through the Anti-Kingdom cards with Emma before bed, and when we got to Madame My Way, she said, “Mom, I struggle with that sometimes.” No prompt—just instant self-reflection. For a kid her age, that kind of insight is rare. It’s amazing to see a game spark that." — Amy, Mom of 4
Add-Ons 22 Day Devotional & Activity Notebook $19 A spiral-bound devotional and activity book to guide your family to get more in depth about the theology of the game. [Image incoming] 50 Encouragement notes $13 Hide encouraging notes around the house for your kids to find, or include them in their lunchbox when they’re away! 50 cards feature scripture, prayers and note prompts to bless your children and let them know you’re thinking about them. [Image incoming] Upside Down Kingdom boardbook $15 Perfect for babies & toddlers
Shipping We’re keeping shipping simple. To make things fair and accurate, we won’t be charging for shipping up front during the campaign. Instead, once Upside Down Kingdom is produced and ready to leave the warehouse, we’ll collect shipping separately in the pledge manager. This way you only pay the actual shipping cost when your copy is on its way. The table below is an estimate of shipping costs by region. We will be shipping only to the United States, Canada, and Mexico for this campaign. We know that’s disappointing for our friends in other parts of the world, but limiting regions helps us keep costs under control and fulfillment smooth for our first production run. Add-ons ship free with the board game. Single Box $10 USA Double Bundle $15 USA 10 Sets $100 USA Single Box $40 CANADA Double Bundle $55 CANADA 10 Sets $120 CANADA Single Box $45 MEXICO Double Bundle $55 MEXICO 10 Sets $130 MEXICO
Why Back Upside Down Kingdom on Kickstarter? When you back Upside Down Kingdom on Kickstarter, you’re not just buying a game, you’re helping bring a meaningful, faith-filled experience to life. We’re not a big publishing company. We’re a small team with a deep passion to make the Kingdom of God understandable, memorable, and fun for kids and families. The Kickstarter funds the game so that it can be produced and see the light of day, and gives us the means to continue developing Biblical games. Your support helps us meet the minimum order quantities required by our manufacturer. It also ensures this resource can get into more homes, churches, and the hands of parents hungry for creative ways to disciple their children. Backing now means you’ll be among the very first to receive the game — at the best price — and you'll be a foundational part of sharing the Upside Down Kingdom with families for years to come.
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“This game is a wonderful resource for families to encourage their kids' biblical imagination! It is a beautiful game and every detail of the board, pieces, and game play are intentional to point to the story and truth of Scripture. The Upside Down Kingdom facilitates great discipleship conversion while having so much fun! All families should have an Upside Down Kingdom game in their home! ” Jessica Dixon, Kids Minister
Wholesale Inquiries Hi friends in homeschool co-ops, churches, ministries, and groups! We’d love to work with you to stock Upside Down Kingdom at your resource center or provide it for your Sunday School classrooms and homeschool co-ops. Please pledge the $5 Ministry Pledge deposit and fill out this form. We’d love to partner with you and pass wholesale savings onto your group.
Where We’re Headed We’re excited to see Upside Down Kingdom all the way through, but this is really just the beginning. We already have a few more games and resources in the works that we can’t wait to bring to life. Our heart is to keep creating fun, meaningful tools families can use to disciple their kids. Here’s what’s coming down the line: Expansion Pack: Focused on the Incommunicable Attributes of God. It’s geared for older kids, adds a competitive twist, and introduces new Character power cards and meeples with even more personalities. Archaeology Adventure: Think Indiana Jones—an action-packed journey uncovering the evidence for the historicity of Christ and why we can trust that the Bible is God’s true word. Peacemaker Game: A way to gamify learning conflict resolution and what it truly means to be a peacemaker.
“My heart burns to see the next generation equipped with holy fire..not just facts about faith, but an experiential walk with the King. Your game captures that vision so beautifully. It’s more than just a board game. It’s a discipleship tool, a catalyst for family formation, and a spark for revival in living rooms everywhere.” —Nikki Founder, Kingdom Roots Collective
Sharing is Caring We’re so grateful you’ve taken the time to check out Upside Down Kingdom and help bring this project to life! We know not everyone will be able to back us financially, but if you believe in the mission of UDK, you can still make a huge difference by spreading the word by sharing it anywhere you connect with friends and family!
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