We (Paul and Abe) were overwhelmed by all the negative climate news and felt the narrative needed to change. How can you present a serious topic in a fun way? With an exciting board game, of course! We both have a passion for playing strategic games, so the idea was clear from the start.

After our first test runs, we realized the game's potential — the concept quickly resonated with the testers. To further improve the experience, we ran our own simulations to fine-tune the balance of the game and its rules.

At a crucial moment in our journey, we found an investor who truly believed in us and in the message behind Ultimatum. His support gave us the confidence and resources to take the next big step toward making the game a reality.

The final hurdle for bringing Ultimatum to life was a successful crowdfunding campaign. After a couple of weeks with very little sleep, we reached our funding target within 24 hours and received pre-orders from all over the world! Now, we could enter actual production.

Our car packed to the roof with boxes: Ultimatum was ready to meet its first players. After months of hard work, late nights, and endless tests, we started shipping the game to all our early fans who supported our Kickstarter campaign. The adventure has begun!