Hi everyone!
Next week we've got something very special lined up for you all - an Eastward: Octopia-themed charity livestream supporting FoodCycle 🧡
On April 18th at 14:00-19:00 BST, we’re teaming up with the amazing Hannah Rutherford, aka Lomadiah, on her Twitch channel for the #PlayforPlates fundraiser! Check out the Tiltify fundraising page to get involved.
Our only-one-in-the-world Eastward auction item is also now live on eBay, once again with all net proceeds from the sale going to charity: https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/145728301380
What's 'Play for Plates'?
With Eastward's new DLC seeing John and Sam embracing a peaceful new life in the countryside, what better timing than to team-up to raise funds for the fight against food waste and food poverty.
Hannah ‘Lomadiah’ Rutherford, who you might also know for her fantastic fundraising work, is kindly working with us to host the charity livestream to benefit FoodCycle, a remarkable organisation that has been spreading warmth and nourishment in the UK since 2009.
FoodCycle's story is about community, compassion, and care. They take surplus food and turn it into hearty meals for those who need it most by creating spaces where people can come together, share a meal, and feel a sense of belonging. It's a recipe for change, and we're proud to be a part of it. 🌱🥕
And we couldn’t be more proud to do that with the perfect partner: Hannah ‘Lomadiah’ Rutherford, an amazing content creator, charity consultant, and Twitch partner actively involved with several charity organizations, such as SpecialEffect, Safe in Our World, and Cosmic Hearts. Her passion and dedication to supporting non-profit organizations are truly inspiring, and her community is equally committed to these causes. We couldn't have asked for a better match to join us in this initiative!
🏆 Donations, Rewards and Giveaways
Throughout Hannah’s livestream, we'll be giving away 20 Eastward and Eastward: Octopia Steam Keys in the chat.
We will also have a long list of rewards for different tiers of donations. From exclusive merch to one-of-a-kind treasures, there's something special for everyone who wants to make a difference. Once you donate to one of these tiers, you'll have a chance to win one of the listed rewards:
🐙 CHAT GIVEAWAY - Octo-Opulent Supporter [Global]
- Game Keys (Base Game + DLC) (20 units)
🍓 £20 donations - Strawberry Milkshake Backer [UK delivery only]
- 10 Official Eastward T-shirts by The Yetee
🧭 £30 - New Dam Navigators [UK delivery only]
- 1 Sam Plush by Fangamer OR
- 1 Sam Figurine OR
- 1 Eastward 2xLP Vinyl Soundtrack by iam8bit
🎒 £50 - Eastward Explorer [UK delivery only]
💪 £70 - Chucklefish Champion [UK delivery only]
- 1 Soundtrack Variety Bundle by Lost in Cult OR
- 1 Eastward Design Works Standard Edition by Lost in Cult
Please note: Lost in Cult items will be delivered when the product is shipped est Summer 2024.
🥇 Exclusive Auction Item: 'Hello Grocery' Diorama by Joshua Smith
Oh, and here's the cherry on top: an exclusive Diorama inspired by Eastward will be up for auction (limited to UK delivery only) to support the livestream donations even more.
The piece was crafted by Joshua Smith, a renowned miniature artist based in Australia who is celebrated for his mesmerizing dioramas. We commissioned an exclusive one inspired by the wonderfully weird world of Eastward, recreating one of the iconic areas of the game - the 'Hello Grocery' shop in Potcrock Isle. Joshua recreated each detail masterfully, bringing Pixpil's beautiful pixel art to life.
Bids are open now until April 23rd at 15:15 BST - limited to the UK only - so don't miss your chance to own this unique piece of art and support a great cause with FoodCycle!
That's all for now, see you over on Lomadiah's Twitch channel (twitch.tv/lomadiah) on April 18th, at 2 pm BST!
-Chucklefish