As we wrap up an incredible year at Think Fast Games, let's take a moment to reflect on our journey and the milestones that made 2024 a truly unforgettable first year in business.
January: Getting Started
We kicked off the year by officially incorporating Think Fast Games, setting the stage for the exciting adventures that followed.
February: Dot Duel Hits (digital) Shelves
Our post-Kickstarter order of Dot Duel: Deluxe Edition games arrived, allowing us to meet the growing demand for our fast-paced, high-stakes card game.
March: Promotion in Full Swing
We ramped up our digital marketing efforts, setting up social media accounts to spread the word about Dot Duel and build anticipation for future projects.
April: Joining Crunch Perks
Think Fast Games became part of the Crunch Perks program, offering exclusive deals to their members and presenting our first opportunity to sell our games in-person.
May: Word Whiz Takes Shape
Development began on our second game, Word Whiz, which was our take on the classic crossword game concept and an opportunity to live up to the plurality of our company name.
June: Growing Our Team
We welcomed new team members, bringing fresh perspectives and talents to help drive our vision forward by focusing on community-building in the Tampa Bay region.
July: Inspiring Young Entrepreneurs
Our CEO served as a volunteer "Shark" at the USF Stavros Shark Tank Camp, sharing insights and inspiring the next generation of entrepreneurs and potential game creators.
August: Word Whiz Finalized
After months of hard work, we put the finishing touches on Word Whiz, preparing it for its grand debut.
September: Kickstarter Campaign Preparation
We crafted our Kickstarter campaign for Word Whiz, setting the stage for a community-powered launch to market.
October: Word Whiz Goes Live
Our Kickstarter campaign for Word Whiz went live, and we joined the vibrant Ybor Market, which offered an opportunity to connect with the local community and share our games.
November: Kickstarter Success
We reached our Kickstarter goal for Word Whiz, thanks to the incredible support of our 78 backers from around the globe!
December: Record-Breaking Sales
The holiday season brought our strongest in-person sales to date, capping off a year of tremendous growth for us.
Looking Ahead to 2025
As we enter the new year, we're excited to focus on getting our games into retail stores, continuing our presence at Tampa markets, and exploring innovative ways to share our games with the world. Word Whiz is set to ship in the first week of February, marking another exciting milestone for Think Fast Games.
2024 was a year of growth, creativity, and community engagement for Think Fast Games. From the continued success of Dot Duel to the development and successful Kickstarter campaign for Word Whiz, we've proven that fast-paced, engaging games are exactly what family game nights need.
We're incredibly grateful for the support of our customers, backers, and partners who have made this journey possible. As we look to 2025, we're committed to bringing more innovative, fun, and thought-provoking games to tables around the world.
Thank you for being part of our story. Here's to another year of thinking fast and playing hard!