Common Shipping Questions
Common Shipping Questions Here:
Do we ship internationally? Yes, but some countries are excluded. Most of the major ones that aren’t actively in like, a war.
Do I have to pay VAT taxes? Maybe. We aren’t promising that this campaign is VAT/Import Tax-Free because we aren’t printing millions of copies. However, we can work with you to make it as easy as possible. Just please be prepared to pay them and if you don’t like it, well, you could always call at your government to yell at them (if it makes you feel any better, we’re dealing with the same issues in the US!)
What if my package gets lost/stolen? While we are technically not claiming responsibility once the package leaves our hands, we understand things happen. Just reach out to us once it’s clear you did not receive it.
Last updated: May 06, 2026 18:59
Premium Reward Disclaimers
-Suggest a Word- Backer can suggest any ONE word to be placed on a Swearmints word card. We will combine multiple suggested words onto one card and may be placed in either the Blue or Purple Swearmints version.
Backer will be sent a Google form to fill out card suggestions and preference on how they would like to be credited on the card. This form must be filled out within two weeks of receiving it. If backer doesn’t want to come up with something from scratch, or the general idea is already planned to be included as a card, they can also choose to “sponsor” a pre-written card and add their name to it.
Creator discretion will be used to ensure that their card fits within parameters of the game. Backer may provide multiple options which may be tweaked slightly. Full named or initial’ed credit will be given on the card which will be included in every Backerkit version of the relevant game, but not in future versions. It’s ok if the word is slightly suggestive, but because these games are safe for work we must refrain from printing actual swears or anything offensive. We covered most of them in the Red version.
We want you to write your cards your own way, but we have to limit the crazy: we will not print anything that we deem overly hateful, racist, sexist, Proper Nouns, shockingly offensive for the sake of being offensive, or anything else we deem too over the top. If you have an idea that may be crossing the line, have some backups in mind. Our judgement is final and if we can’t come to an agreement we will simply refund your pledge.
-Custom Game- We’ll work with Backer over email to design the custom box, which will consist of the following options:
- Chosen name written on the front
- Custom color/pattern from the choices we have (Green, Red, Ice Blue, Purple with Bubbles)
Custom game box MAY be printed at a different manufacturer than the main game and is not guaranteed to 100% match the mass produced game, but it will be very close and useable as the actual game box.
Last updated: May 06, 2026 19:20
Retail/Wholesale Pledge Levels?
Use this hidden link to access our retailer pledge, which is available for VERIFIED RETAILERS ONLY: https://www.backerkit.com/c/projects/cheer-up-games/swearmints-breaking-the-ice-popped-culture/pledge_levels/37255
Last updated: May 25, 2026 11:31
Are the reprinted original Swearmints gonna be any different than the current versions?
Most likely, no. We like how they are and they will be basically identical in terms of manufacturing and content. So yes, if you already have the Green and Red versions, you do not need the Green and Red versions from this campaign. You’ll definitely want the new ones though as they add quite a bit of gameplay!
Last updated: May 06, 2026 19:20
Have you even crowdfunded anything before?
While this is our first BackerKit campaign, we have run 3 successful Kickstarters (and one as a co-publisher) that have raised around $50,000 total. We are confident about running this one!
Last updated: May 06, 2026 19:00
How Do Add Ons Work?
Once you choose a pledge level, you will have the option of adding additional items to your order, including our other games. Add-ons are subject to additional shipping charges and are sold at full MSRP - check out the bundles in the add-ons section to save on shipping.
When will add-ons ship?
Some of the add on items are in stock now and can ship them to you after we send the rewards survey in the summer. Depending on the items in your order, you may receive your items at multiple times from different places. If you’d prefer to receive all at once when the new games are released, let us know!
Last updated: May 06, 2026 19:21
Was any of this made with AI?
This game was made before AI was even powerful enough to make a game like this.
A human artist made the box art, and I (Chris) personally designed the cards and wrote all the content for all the games. Unfortunately for the robots, all of this came from my mushy brain.
Last updated: May 07, 2026 07:32
Current Estimated Shipping Date: December 2026
Last Updated At: 10/06/26 | See Backerkit Crowdfunding UpdateWhat is BackerKit?
BackerKit is a service that crowdfunded project creators use to keep track of hundreds to tens of thousands of backers—from shipping details, pledge levels, preferences and quantities, whether they have paid or had their card declined, special notes, and everything in between!
The BackerKit software and support team is independent from the campaign’s project team—BackerKit does not handle the actual reward shipping. For more information about the preparation or delivery status of your rewards, please check the project's updates page.
How does BackerKit work?
After the campaign ends, the project creator will send you an email with a unique link to your survey. You can check out a walkthrough of the process here.
I never received my invitation. How do I complete the survey?
The most common reasons for not receiving a survey email is that you may be checking an email inbox different from the email address you used to sign up with Kickstarter, Indiegogo or Tilt Pro account, or it may be caught in your spam filter.
Confirm that the email address you are searching matches the email address tied to your Kickstarter, Indiegogo, or Tilt Pro account. If that doesn’t work, then try checking your spam, junk or promotions folders. You can also search for "backerkit” in your inbox.
To resend the survey to yourself, visit the project page and input the email address associated with your Kickstarter, Indiegogo or Tilt Pro account.
How do I update my shipping address?
BackerKit allows you to update your shipping address until the shipping addresses are locked by the project creator. To update your address, go back to your BackerKit survey by inputting your email here.
When will my order be shipped, charged or locked?
That is handled directly by the project creator. BackerKit functions independently of the project itself, so we do not have control of their physical shipping timeline. If you want to check on the project’s status, we recommend reading over the project's updates page.
I completed the survey, but haven't received my rewards yet. When will they arrive?
As BackerKit does not actually handle any rewards or shipping, the best way to stay updated on the shipping timeline would be to check out the project's updates page.