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ANTIDOTE

Defend the stem cell from waves of viruses and bacteria in the greatest mobile science game ever!

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Defend the stem cell from waves of viruses and bacteria in the greatest mobile science game ever!

Defend the stem cell from waves of viruses and bacteria in the greatest mobile science game ever!

Defend the stem cell from waves of viruses and bacteria in the greatest mobile science game ever!

Defend the stem cell from waves of viruses and bacteria in the greatest mobile science game ever!

Psyon Games
Psyon Games
Psyon Games
Psyon Games
1 Campaign |
Jyväskylä, Finland
$10,245 USD by 177 backers
$10,038 USD by 170 backers on Jan 16, 2017
Overview
In the times of populism and false information, it’s time to Make Science Great again! ANTIDOTE is a premium quality, casual, tower defense, strategic, free to download and play game for mobile phones. It is a game built on real science made to inspire you to curiosity and understanding. Play under the microscope and defend the stem cell from waves of viruses and bacteria. Use the body's amazing defense cells to beat back infections and create a cure.

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The problem we have is a lack of interest in STEM subjects - that is, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. Without an interest, a lot of people don't know much about what science really is - how it works and why we use it. It's just used as a word that means "lab coats and flasks" when it should really mean "an everyday way to find out about the world around us".

This is a particularly big problem right now with politicians basing their campaigns and policies on the mutterings of sensationalist conspiracy theorists when thousands of scientists say otherwise. The sensationalists are appealing : they offer an easy route, but when the scientists are silently screaming "the world will change soon and your kids will die as a direct result of it", we need people to know who to listen to.

We want to play a huge part in revolutionizing the gaming industry. We believe that Antidote will set new standards for science entertainment games and inspire people toward learning more about science.

Learning isn’t something we need to make fun. We learn instruments, we learn programming, we learn to drive, we learn to play games, we learn to love. And they’re all intuitively fun. Rewarding people for doing boring things isn’t going to work – not now, not ever. We are inspired by other games, like Kerbal Space Program, Infinifactory, and Cities: Skylines – entertainment games packed with learning that is useful in the real world, deep, rewarding learning that helps us to grow and create.

This is what Antidote is all about!

Antidote: Battle of the stem cell is a casual free to play game played under the microscope. Battle of the stem cell is set under the microscope. You get to take control of the body’s defenses and protect the precious stem cell from hordes of bacteria and viruses. 

What makes Antidote special is the fact that it’s inspired by science, which means it’s full of fresh new ideas. Combined with a beautiful and unique art style, handcrafted levels, delightfully interesting characters (both friend and foe!) and Antidote clearly stands out from the crowd.

Built on real science? That's right! Every unit in Antidote is built on real science - inspired by, or directly copying the way your body's immune system works. Not everything is 100% accurate -there's science fiction, and some plain falsifications to make the game work, but you can read more about them in the game. For an example, in Antidote, you can build B cells and T Helper cells that will make your macrophages (big eaters!) more effective when fighting enemies - just like in your body.

Meet some of our amazing characters. Defend against advancing bacteria and viruses with your steadfast friendly units, complete with upgradable forms and specific advantages and disadvantages.

Antidote is set in a cool high-tech lab, with a state of the art microscope that lets you control your body's natural defenses. Bring the exciting characters of the game to bear against hordes of surprisingly cute bacteria and viruses and help us to really save the world. 

We have created a wide range of exciting perks for gamers and non-gamers alike. See the list below and on the right side of the page.

All backers will receive an exclusive invite to become a beta-tester for Antidote and be notified when the finished  game is released (included in all tiers).   

Our team is a group of talented, driven individuals, united by a set of core values. The design, production, and marketing of successful games, takes a diverse team, and we have world-class talent from each field to ensure we deliver what we promise.We at Psyon Games are guided by a strong set of values. We want to share these values one by one with all of you, so that you can understand our decisions and actions better.

If you are interested in featuring our story, you can find everything you need in this LINK, including a media kit, press release, and photos. 

For media inquiries, please contact: hello@psyongames.com

You're probably wondering "How does crowdfunding work for a free to play game?". Well, it's actually fairly simple. Antidote will be free for everyone to download and play, and if you never pay anything you'll have a pretty good time. But it will have a set of fair in-app purchases - a limited number to ensure you can play as much as you want whenever you want (and free a hamster from slavery), a limited number to unlock the amazing possibility of the mutator system, and a final set of unrestricted aesthetic purchases... which directly benefit players around you and help you to make science accessible to other people. And there's the fact that we need some assistance with finishing the game and that's where YOU come in!

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The official hashtag for ANTIDOTE is #antidote #makesciencegreatagain

Check out our official site: psyongames.com/antidote

Feel free to include us in your posts, tweets and stories.

When will the game be released?

The game will be ready for launch early 2017 and it will be free for all. We will let you know as soon as it's available. In the meantime, you can enjoy your beta-version!

What platforms is Antidote available on?

Antidote is available for Android and iOS.

When will I receive my perk?

We will deliver the beta version of the game to you right after purchase! For all the other perks. please check the estimated delivery times from the perk descriptions on the right side of the Indiegogo page. If any of the delivery times change we will contact you.

Will there be more perks launched?

Yes, there will so stay tuned ;) Also we want to improve our campaign constantly so please let us know if you feel something is missing from our list or if you have a good idea for a perk. We would love to hear your ideas!

What sizes does the exclusive backers t-shirt come in? 

The t-shirt for men comes in XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL & XXXL. 

The t-shirt for women comes in XS, S, M, L & XL

You can choose your preferred size at the checkout. But note, if you want a men’s XXL or XXXL size or woman's XS, S, M, L or XL size, let us know at hello@psyongames.com because Indiegogo allows us to input only five size options to the perk.

What sizes does the exclusive backers hoodie come in? 

The hoodie for men comes in XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL & XXXL. 

The hoodie for women comes in XS, S, M, L & XL

You can choose your preferred size at the checkout. But note, if you want a men’s XXL or XXXL size, let us know at hello@psyongames.com because Indiegogo allows us to input only five size options to the perk.

For any other question please contact: hello@psyongames.com

 

 

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Choose your Perk

Researcher

$1 USD
Become a pre-launch beta tester and join us on our journey into the wonderful world of viruses. You get to play the game (in beta) before it’s official release and you’ll be first to know when the game is published. We will deliver your Beta Invite after purchase. This tier is included in all below tiers.
Included Items
  • Beta Invite
25 claimed

Explorer

$5 USD
Not only will you get to test the game in beta and be notified when the game is released, you get to do this accompanied by the catchy tunes of Antidote, available to grace your ears wherever you go.
Included Items
  • Beta Invite
  • Digital Soundtrack
Estimated Shipping
February 2017
9 claimed

Scientist

$10 USD
You've researched the ins and outs of bacteria and viruses - there's nothing left for us to teach you, but plenty left for you to teach others. Perhaps our beautifully illustrated Digital Artbook will come in handy on your journey?
Included Items
  • Beta Invite
  • Digital Soundtrack
  • Digital Artbook
Estimated Shipping
February 2017
12 claimed

Antidote Sticker Set

$15 USD
Stick it where the sun DOES shine! On top of the previous tier contents, you also get a colourful sticker set of the cute critters wobulating the game.
Included Items
  • Beta Invite
  • Digital Soundtrack
  • Sticker Set
  • Digital Artbook
Estimated Shipping
February 2017
4 claimed
Ships worldwide.

The Scroll to Success

$20 USD
Reach fame with minimum effort - rather than work hard for that spotlight and moment of fame, get your name featured in our end credits under “Special Thanks” section, while enjoying all the previous digital tiers too!
Included Items
  • Beta Invite
  • Digital Soundtrack
  • Name in End Credits - Level 1
  • Digital Artbook
Estimated Shipping
February 2017
12 claimed

Cuddly Cute

$38 USD
Is it ugly-cute or cuddly-cute? We debated this for some time, but we'll let you make up your own mind. Either way, there's no removing the "cute" from the equation. Enjoy this Ollie (Cholera) PLUSH TOY and all the previous digital perks that come with it!
Included Items
  • Beta Invite
  • Digital Soundtrack
  • Name in End Credits - Level 1
  • Digital Artbook
  • Plush Toy Ollie (Cholera)
Estimated Shipping
February 2017
6 claimed
Ships worldwide.

Been There, Done That

$40 USD
Get a special, exclusive Antidote backer T-SHIRT and all the previous digital perks that accompany it. Wear it proudly and tell the world you want to make science great again!
Included Items
  • Beta Invite
  • Digital Soundtrack
  • Name in End Credits - Level 1
  • Alpha Invite
  • T-shirt
  • Digital Artbook
Estimated Shipping
February 2017
30 claimed
Ships worldwide.

Because Hoods are Cooler

$65 USD
A t-shirt just isn't enough for you! We know what you mean, everyone loves that shady hooded look that puts the "in" in "assassin". Get your very own "Make Science Great Again!" backer HOODIE and all the previous digital bonuses!
Included Items
  • Beta Invite
  • Digital Soundtrack
  • Name in End Credits - Level 1
  • Alpha Invite
  • Hoodie
  • Digital Artbook
Estimated Shipping
February 2017
29 claimed
Ships worldwide.

Mod Designer

$85 USD
The previous digital perks are naturally yours, but here's a chance to perk up the game for all the players - with your very own mod. Help us design a modifier and get to enjoy its benefits!
Included Items
  • Beta Invite
  • Digital Soundtrack
  • Name in End Credits - Level 1
  • Alpha Invite
  • Mod Designer
  • Digital Artbook
3 out of 5 of claimed

The Stroll to Success

$250 USD
Want to shout your own name from the rooftops and make sure that it's VISIBLE? Well, shout no longer (save your voice). We'll shout it for you in a very visible way, in a prime spot before the END CREDITS. Also, includes the previous digital perks for your enjoyment. Only a limited amount of spots available, so act fast!
Included Items
  • Beta Invite
  • Digital Soundtrack
  • Alpha Invite
  • Name in End Credits - Level 2
  • Digital Artbook
Estimated Shipping
February 2017
1 out of 10 of claimed

Bacteria Designer

$400 USD
Now your very own bacteria can do their little turns on the catwalk, basking under the attention of the audience. Work with us to design a bacteria for Antidote, giving it your own personal visuals and a name. We can't wait to see the results!
Included Items
  • Beta Invite
  • Digital Soundtrack
  • Name in End Credits - Level 1
  • Alpha Invite
  • Bacteria Designer
  • Digital Artbook
0 out of 1 of claimed

Science Philanthropist

$5,000 USD
Is it a bird, is it a plane - or is it your name, splashed all over our screens? Your name will grace us with its presence on a special splash screen and all the previous perks (minus the designer ones) are yours to hoard.
Included Items
  • Beta Invite
  • Digital Soundtrack
  • Sticker Set
  • Alpha Invite
  • T-shirt
  • Hoodie
  • Name in End Credits - Level 2
  • Science Philanthropist
  • Digital Artbook
  • Plush Toy Ollie (Cholera)
0 out of 3 of claimed
sold out

Level Designer

$500 USD
1 out of 1 of claimed

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