The Refuge: Terror from the Deep

Created by B & B Games Studio

Can you escape? Find out in this 1-6 player board game with gorgeous miniatures of steampunk divers and a deadly Kraken!

Latest Updates from Our Project:

2021 is a time for healing!
almost 3 years ago – Sun, Apr 04, 2021 at 11:49:47 PM

Thank you all for being so patient! 

2020 was a tough year for most of us.  We worked so hard to get the game into your hands. But I've worked even harder to heal.  Now it's time to move on!  Introducing my 4th creation! Koi Garden

Launching on April 09, 2021. 

This beautiful tile-laying abstract game has come a long way. If you love puzzles and have time to check out this neat project, follow the link below.

Follow this project! 

 Thank you always for being a supporter.

Fufillment Update: Add Ons Shipping Separately (and later)
over 3 years ago – Sun, Oct 11, 2020 at 12:14:33 AM

Hey all, just a quick update.  


Since The Refuge a race for survival is limited, we have to transfer the remaining products from Oregon, USA, to the rest of the world.


We have decided to do this in a separate shipment so that we do not delay anything.


If you ordered the surf n turf or had add-ons and have not received them, we will ship them out later in the month.  Since the add ons are stationed in USA, most should arrive in the hubs in about a couple of weeks.  After that, there will still be some transit time.


The neoprene mat was newly manufactured, so it does not count, you should receive that item if you ordered it.


Thanks again for your patience!


Secret Missions:

Some people have asked questions about the "secret mission". We had a small packing error with this component. We encourage you to ignore it, leave it under the tray, and you'll know what to do when the time comes.


Fufillment Status:

US: In progress, but don't worry if you haven't gotten your order yet. If you haven't received by end of October, please contact FunAgain.

UK & EU: In progress, but don't worry if you haven't gotten your order yet. If you haven't received by end of October, please contact FunAgain.

Oceania / AUS: Hasn't started yet, but should be soon. We apologize for the delay.

Asia: We don't have a status for this right now, but believe this will be starting soon. We apologize for the delay.

Rest of World: varies by country. some countries have already shipped, some are coming from other fufillment hubs and will start shipping soon.


Fufillment Contact:

If you have had issues with your arrived order (other than add-ons not yet arriving) such as missing pieces etc, please contact our fufillment partner FunAgain at [email protected]




Fulfilment delay update
over 3 years ago – Wed, Sep 30, 2020 at 12:58:26 AM

So there were many questions, and I was finally able to get a hold of the fulfillment team today.  It seems that the products are in the US, and the rest of the base games have been divided around the world as well, but the additional add-on SKUs has not yet been separated worldwide.  They are most likely going to do that first before starting fulfillment.  Most likely this is just 1 or 2 boxes per port, Theoretically it could only take a week.


Keep in mind, that the fulfillment company is a completely different entity from myself, and I have little control over the speed of their process.  As for questions about who we are using, again we are using Funagain games, they have used different fulfillment partners around the world.


Japan, Thailand, China will be shipping from Surfin Meeple. 

Australia will be shipping from Aetherworks.


Cargo has arrived to the EU and China . 


Both Australia and the US ran into delays at port and customs however the US is due in the next day or two while Australia is hoping for the end of this week. Australia is on lockdown at the moment so everything is just an estimate, unfortunately.

I will try to get on the phone with them tomorrow to get more details!


Thanks again for your patience.

Exciting! Exciting! Exciting!
over 3 years ago – Sat, Aug 22, 2020 at 12:29:08 AM

Great news, the product is on its way. It's been a rough 2020, and I can't begin to imagine how everyone has been during the pandemic, but I am ready to move on, and looking forward to the future! to great things! challenges and hard work ahead!

Just a quick update of some major accomplishments this month, 

Here are some bullet points:

  • The ship has sailed August 11, we are expecting products to arrive USA around the end of September.
  • As of August 15, the shipment has been all prepaid to the logistics company. Huge step and relief knowing that I have passed the baton and that your money has safely been used for transport.  There were a couple of opportunities to transfer the asset to bigger companies back in March but ultimately, I decided that during unprecedented times, it was too risky to transfer rights, even if they are reputable companies.   
  • Closing the preorder and Locking addresses. August 31st will be the final day you can be a late backer.  If you don't have a solid address I suggest using a relative's address with a track record of not moving out.  Otherwise, I cant guarantee responsibility.
  • 99% of the products transitioned safely to the new warehouse.

I want to emphasize, before August 31st, is the last time you can change your address. Send a personal message so I can manually update your address.  

after August 31st, if you are going to transition, I suggest the following :

  • Set up mail forwarding on USPS, UPS, and Fedex
  • Send it to a relative who you know is going to stay put for a while.

I am looking forward to seeing pictures of beautifully painted minis and hearing your feedback on BGG https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/258376/refuge-terror-deep

Thanks again for your support!! Many thanks! and wish you well!

First Piece Confirmation Sample!
almost 4 years ago – Mon, Jun 15, 2020 at 08:22:04 PM

I am excited to announce that we are getting closer each day! With a confirmed completion of mass production date set on June 26.  It will however still take time to get to you since Boat transit takes a long time. We are looking at possibly the end of September.  Today I received the 1st piece confirmation sample.  Here is the unboxing video.  I also took some photos below.

Unboxing Video

Photos 

Everything fits well
The Kraken in the center is great
The tray is looking great
Pieces fit the neoprene playmat upgrade.
The double-sided playmat is unique feature
Shark turned out better than we thought
First piece confirmation sticker
Instruction manuals looking great!
Mags next to the Kraken
The spot UV is great
Tentacles appear as you open the box!

Additionally, I am excited to announce that I have been working on a tile-laying game about building the best Koi garden.  With all that's going on around the world, we all need a little peace therapy.  

Elegant gameplay meets beautiful artwork for one fun therapeutic family night! I threw up just the logo last week and instantly got 100 follows!  As I roll out more information, I am imagining the follows will grow fast.  

Follow the project today to ensure you don't miss out.

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/bnbgames/koi-garden-harmonious-gardening-card-game

Beautiful card art

Follow the Facebook page to see an early rough video!

https://www.facebook.com/KoigardenBG/