{"id":3753,"date":"2026-06-05T23:24:55","date_gmt":"2026-06-05T23:24:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/owspakistan.com\/?p=3753"},"modified":"2026-06-05T23:24:55","modified_gmt":"2026-06-05T23:24:55","slug":"aerthlings-kickstarter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/owspakistan.com\/?p=3753","title":{"rendered":"\u00c6RTHLINGS goes global: Smash-hit Kickstarter fully funded in just 30 minutes"},"content":{"rendered":"<div>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you spent any time wandering the <a href=\"https:\/\/techau.com.au\/pax-aus25-wrap-up\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"343792\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">PAX Aus Queue Hall late last year<\/a>, you likely witnessed\u2014or got swept up in\u2014the frenzy surrounding a bunch of strangely adorable, highly colourful voxel cubes. That was the Australian and New Zealand <a href=\"https:\/\/techau.com.au\/aerthlings\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">soft launch of \u00c6RTHLINGS<\/a>, the innovative \u201ctoys-to-life\u201d digital gaming experience from Modern Games.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After capturing the hearts of thousands down under and subsequently blowing minds at PAX East in the US, the team has officially taken the next massive step. \u00c6RTHLINGS has launched on Kickstarter to bring its universe to a global audience and debut the brand-new \u201cAscension\u201d Series\u2014and to say the community was ready for it would be an absolute understatement.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\n<p>\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe title=\"The \u00c6RTHLINGS US Launch at PAX East Was Wild!\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/k6lubrz_kH4?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/p>\n<\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fully funded in 30 Minutes flat<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Kickstarter campaign went live on May 19 with a modest funding target of $10,000 USD (approx. $13,967 AUD). Within a staggering 30 minutes, the project was 100% fully funded.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As of writing, the campaign has rocketed past 520% funding, raking in well over $52,000 USD from an incredibly passionate group of early backers. The community\u2019s unbridled enthusiasm has already smashed through early stretch goals, including the highly anticipated, community-inspired Banana Biome (and its accompanying first-of-its-kind Banana FIG).<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is \u00c6RTHLINGS?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For the uninitiated, \u00c6RTHLINGS bridges the gap between physical toy collecting and immersive mobile gaming. Think Pok\u00e9mon meets Skylanders, reimagined for the modern era.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Instead of sitting on a shelf gathering dust, every physical figure (or \u201cFIG\u201d) features a unique, serialised NFC tag inside. With a quick scan using the free \u00c6RTHLINGS app on iOS or Android, the figure \u201chatches\u201d into a playable in-game character with its own stats, specific attacks, upgrades, and personality.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"696\" height=\"392\" data-attachment-id=\"347592\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/techau.com.au\/aerthlings-kickstarter\/20251110_145321-2\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/20251110_145321-scaled.jpg?fit=2560%2C1441&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"2560,1441\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;1.7&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;Galaxy S23 Ultra&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1762786401&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;6.3&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;320&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.029431102&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"20251110_145321\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/20251110_145321-scaled.jpg?fit=696%2C392&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/20251110_145321.jpg?resize=696%2C392&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-347592\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/20251110_145321-scaled.jpg?resize=1024%2C577&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/20251110_145321-scaled.jpg?resize=900%2C507&amp;ssl=1 900w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/20251110_145321-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C865&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/20251110_145321-scaled.jpg?resize=2048%2C1153&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/20251110_145321-scaled.jpg?resize=746%2C420&amp;ssl=1 746w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/20251110_145321-scaled.jpg?resize=150%2C84&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/20251110_145321-scaled.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/20251110_145321-scaled.jpg?resize=696%2C392&amp;ssl=1 696w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/20251110_145321-scaled.jpg?resize=1068%2C601&amp;ssl=1 1068w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/20251110_145321-scaled.jpg?resize=1920%2C1081&amp;ssl=1 1920w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/20251110_145321-scaled.jpg?w=1392&amp;ssl=1 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\"\/><\/figure>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When the planet \u00c6RTH was fractured in a collision with the moon, it shattered into tiny pieces called CHONKS. The game tasks players with rebuilding this world piece-by-piece, battling invading hordes of pesky MOONLINGS, and exploring beautiful biomes.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What makes the game truly revolutionary is its real-world \u201cLINEAGES\u201d system. If you trade a physical cube with a friend, they can scan it into their game too. Because the unique ID stays tied to the digital chain, both players unlock powers, beacon boosts, and unique game interactions, turning toy trading into a living social mechanic.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Introducing the Ascension Series &amp; PC Development<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While the original \u00c6RTHLINGS Genesis Collection kicked things off in ANZ, the Kickstarter campaign officially introduces the Ascension Series. This expansion injects 24 never-before-seen species into the mix, set within a dangerous new world of ice and fire ruled by the ancient Polara and Volcrys species. Players will also get to test their mettle in the all-new Spire of Ascension challenge mode.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Crucially, the cash raised from this Kickstarter campaign isn\u2019t just about expanding the mobile app. Modern Games is using the funding to bring \u00c6RTHLINGS to PC, paving the way for a deeper world-building experience, fresh quests, bigger adventures, and expanded biomes.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"696\" height=\"360\" data-attachment-id=\"347591\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/techau.com.au\/aerthlings-kickstarter\/figs\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/figs.png?fit=784%2C406&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"784,406\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"figs\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/figs.png?fit=696%2C360&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/figs.png?resize=696%2C360&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-347591\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/figs.png?w=784&amp;ssl=1 784w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/figs.png?resize=150%2C78&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/figs.png?resize=300%2C155&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/figs.png?resize=696%2C360&amp;ssl=1 696w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\"\/><\/figure>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Justin Kifer, CEO of Modern Games said that \u201c\u00c6RTHLINGS was created to make collecting feel alive again. We\u2019ve built an incredible community around \u00c6RTHLINGS already and this Kickstarter is about taking that world to the next level.\u201d<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to get involved, back, and score exclusives<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With the campaign running until June 12, there is still plenty of time to get in on the ground floor before \u00c6RTHLINGS takes over the globe.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Because it\u2019s a Kickstarter, Modern Games is heavily rewarding its earliest supporters with some of the rarest collectibles they will ever release. Backers can gain access to six exclusive figures, including two brand-new shiny Legendary characters that will only ever be available via this campaign.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"680\" height=\"590\" data-attachment-id=\"347585\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/techau.com.au\/aerthlings-kickstarter\/2b85dbe9c71505e4864ce6932f0b8312_original\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/2b85dbe9c71505e4864ce6932f0b8312_original.avif\" data-orig-size=\"680,590\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"2b85dbe9c71505e4864ce6932f0b8312_original\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/2b85dbe9c71505e4864ce6932f0b8312_original.avif\" src=\"https:\/\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/2b85dbe9c71505e4864ce6932f0b8312_original.avif\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-347585\" srcset=\"https:\/\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/2b85dbe9c71505e4864ce6932f0b8312_original.avif 680w, https:\/\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/2b85dbe9c71505e4864ce6932f0b8312_original-484x420.avif 484w, https:\/\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/2b85dbe9c71505e4864ce6932f0b8312_original-150x130.avif 150w, https:\/\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/2b85dbe9c71505e4864ce6932f0b8312_original-300x260.avif 300w, https:\/\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/2b85dbe9c71505e4864ce6932f0b8312_original-534x462.avif 534w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px\"\/><\/figure>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tiers range from entry-level digital packages up to premium physical tiers. Tiers can include mystery box FIGs, limited-edition Seed Series items, cosmetics, digital add-ons, and physical merch. It is also the first time international fans can get their hands on the original Genesis Series boxes, or score one if you missed out during the launch.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"696\" height=\"495\" data-attachment-id=\"347588\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/techau.com.au\/aerthlings-kickstarter\/core\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Core.png?fit=760%2C541&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"760,541\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"Core\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Core.png?fit=696%2C495&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Core.png?resize=696%2C495&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-347588\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Core.png?w=760&amp;ssl=1 760w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Core.png?resize=590%2C420&amp;ssl=1 590w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Core.png?resize=150%2C107&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Core.png?resize=300%2C214&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Core.png?resize=696%2C495&amp;ssl=1 696w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techau.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Core.png?resize=100%2C70&amp;ssl=1 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\"\/><\/figure>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you want to help shape the future of this digital-physical hybrid universe, jump over to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kickstarter.com\/projects\/moderngames\/aerthlings\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\u00c6RTHLINGS Kickstarter Campaign Page<\/a> to secure your tier. You can also download the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.moosetoys.com\/au\/brands\/aerthlings\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">free app right now on the App Store or Google Play<\/a> to start playing with your complimentary Lenosaur, and <a href=\"https:\/\/discord.com\/invite\/2nvc29uFSQ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">join the community on Discord to chat<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you spent any time wandering the PAX Aus Queue Hall late last year, you likely witnessed\u2014or got swept up in\u2014the frenzy surrounding a bunch of strangely adorable, highly colourful voxel cubes. That was the Australian and New Zealand soft launch of \u00c6RTHLINGS, the innovative \u201ctoys-to-life\u201d digital gaming experience from Modern Games. 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