High Noon is a fast-paced, tactical combat board game set in a fictional Wild West universe where players command unique posses in a strategic shootout for gold and glory in the fictional State of Saratoga. With unique decks for each posse, modular tiles that change the battlefield every game, and no player limit, High Noon offers endless replayability. Players loot crates, equip weapons, and use special abilities as they outwit their opponents in a game where the objective is simple: collect the most gold by the end of 12 rounds, or be the last posse standing. It’s action-packed, unpredictable, and guaranteed to keep you on your toes!

High Noon is designed with simplicity in mind, making it easy for both new and experienced players to jump right into the action. With streamlined rules, intuitive card-based mechanics, and minimal setup time, the game focuses on fast-paced, tactical combat without the need for complex calculations or endless rulebooks. Whether you're a seasoned strategist or just looking for some fun, High Noon ensures an engaging experience right out of the box.

High Noon’s battlefield is built using modular tiles that players take turns placing at the beginning of the game, ensuring no two games are ever the same. Tiles feature various terrain and structures, offering strategic opportunities and hazards. Once set up, the battlefield is ready for action-packed, Wild West shootouts.

Each player places their characters on designated squares on their posse Starting Tiles. Posse members have unique abilities, and their placement on the board can significantly impact early strategy. Once placed, players prepare to make their first move toward victory.

Combat in High Noon is card-based, with players using posse-specific cards to engage their enemies. Damage is calculated by comparing Attack (Top Left) and Defense (Bottom Right) values, and characters can suffer varying degrees of damage tracked on their character sheets. 

Special Cards add dynamic elements to the game, allowing players to perform powerful actions, trigger unique events, or alter the course of battle. Each posse has a custom deck featuring these cards, enhancing their strengths or exploiting opponents’ weaknesses. Timing is everything when using these game-changing abilities.

Throughout the battlefield, loot crates provide valuable gear, weapons, and items to enhance your characters. Players can search for loot by reaching these crates, drawing cards, and equipping their posse with game-altering upgrades. Looting is essential for staying ahead and gaining the edge in combat.

In High Noon, players collect Gold Bars by dealing damage on their turn and defeating enemies to collect their bounty. Gold Bars act as victory points, and the player with the most gold at the end of 12 rounds, or the last posse standing, wins the game.

Since the release of the High Noon core game, we have also released 10 Expansions: Monco & McAtte, Jenkins Brothers, Abernathy Gang, Los Hermanos, Bandero Blondes, Grizzly Greenwood, Father Franklin, Bloodcreek Bushwhackers, Expansion Loot Vol. 1 and the Marketplace Expansion. Each added additional player counts, new gameplay mechanics, weapons and gear, new characters and posse cards to rewrite the history and future of Saratoga and the High Nooniverse.

High Noon: Against the Clock Against the Clock is the latest campaign, offering 3D buildings, exclusive upgrades, and new gameplay mechanics, all centered around locations and events featured in the High Noon novel, Gunsmoke Trail.

Against the Clock kicks off with the long-awaited production of the Starter Set upgrade tiles. These new tiles feature updated artwork, bringing the core game up to date and tying the aesthetic together with all existing and future expansions. This upgrade not only refreshes the look of the game but also sets the foundation for a cohesive visual experience across all future tile sets.

Next, we introduce Purgatory, the ghost town hideout of Montana Azul as featured in the Gunsmoke Trail novel. This massive 13-tile pack includes iconic locations like the large saloon, general store, jail, and two abandoned houses, one of which boasts a second story with a balcony, perfect for strategic attacks.

Purgatory tiles also introduce the ability to replace posse starter set tiles, allowing for larger map expansions or unique starting points for different posses.

Due to popular demand, we are finally diving into the realm of 3D buildings! The Bank and Jail buildings bring the Starter Set tiles to life, allowing you to physically replace these tiles or expand your battlefield with new structures. These highly detailed models include 3D furniture, providing both aesthetic appeal and tactical depth as you engage in intense shootouts inside these iconic buildings.

Featured in the Gunsmoke Trail novel, the Clock Tower from Jaegerton Wharf is where Bonnie Beecher and the Bandero Blondes face off against bounty hunter Hawkeye Carson and his Vindicators.

What makes the Clock Tower truly special is its dual functionality. Not only does it provide an elevated platform for characters to gain a tactical edge, but the clock itself doubles as a round counter for the game, seamlessly integrating gameplay with thematic immersion. It’s a practical yet visually captivating addition that enriches the entire High Noon experience.

Designed as both a functional game element and a striking centerpiece, the Clock Tower, a towering addition to the High Noon universe, introduces new mechanics like ladders for vertical movement and Legendary Loot, an exclusive class of items found in special Loot Crates included with all future 3D buildings. The Vindicator Machine Gun, which grows more powerful the higher it is placed, is the Legendary Loot that comes with the Clock Tower.

This Legendary Loot item, like the Clock Tower, is only available through this campaign, making it a must-have for collectors and High Noon enthusiasts alike.

To pledge on this campaign, click the “Pledge Levels” tab at the top of the page to check out each of the levels!

We’re pulling out all the stops to thank our early supporters and ensure a strong launch for this campaign.

FIRST 48 HOUR Special Offers:

Are you a retailer looking to bring the excitement of High Noon to your customers? We’ve crafted a special Retail Pledge Level just for you! With low count unit bundles and exclusive Add-Ons, this pledge level is designed to scale and fit retailers of all sizes. Whether you’re a small shop or a large store, our Retailer Packages ensure you get exactly what you need to meet your demand.

Why Partner with Us?

Interested? Reach out to us directly through our website to learn more and unlock access to the Retail Pledge Level!

In addition to our exciting new content, we’re offering you the chance to expand your High Noon experience with a selection of add-ons. For this campaign, we are making all of our currently produced High Noon products available at a 25% discount! Whether you’re looking to complete your collection, stock up on extra game pieces, or explore new gameplay dynamics, these add-ons are the perfect way to customize and enhance your High Noon sessions.

Simply choose your add-ons during the pledge process to take advantage of these special discounts. This is a great opportunity to get more of what you love about High Noon, at a price that’s hard to beat!

Just like in our previous Kickstarter, every backer will receive 9 Exclusive Cards related to the Stretch Goal they’re connected to. For example, the Posse expansions will reward backers with 9 Exclusive Loot Cards, while the Bounty Missions Expansion will reward backers with 9 Exclusive Bounty Cards. So, in short, all backers get the 9 Cards per Stretch Goal, but if you pledge All-In, you’ll not only receive those cards but also the unlocked Stretch Goals themselves!

We know how important it is for you to have a clear understanding of shipping costs and timelines. That’s why we’re committed to being as transparent and straightforward as possible with our shipping process:

All shipping fees will be charged separately, AFTER the campaign, during pledge management.
We will be using BackerKit's Charge Shipping Later feature which will allow us to collect shipping fees much closer to Fulfillment so that we can get the most accurate shipping fees for each order. The prices below are estimates. Actual shipping prices will be determined after production is finished and we're gearing up to send out the rewards. Also, if you add-on additional physical goodies to your order, your shipping cost may increase.

Regions We Ship To:
We proudly ship to all regions! However, our current inventory for international shipments outside the USA, Canada, and Mexico is limited. To manage this, international backers will receive shipping quotes in order of their backer number. This means that the earlier you pledge, the more likely you are to secure a spot in our international queue at the best shipping rates. Once our international warehouse inventory is depleted, all international orders will ship from our USA warehouse, which could result in higher shipping costs.

Flexible Shipping Timeline:
We understand that some backers may prefer to receive their items sooner rather than later. If you wish to receive available add-ons immediately, we can ship those separately from the new items still in production. Alternatively, you can choose to wait and receive everything in one shipment, which may save on shipping costs but will take longer to arrive. We anticipate that production will take about 6 months, with an additional 2 weeks for shipping.

Customs and Import Taxes:
While we aim to include customs and import taxes within our delivery costs, there are instances where these charges might be applied separately. Should that happen, we will inform you ahead of time. Rest assured, we are committed to keeping these charges as low as possible and will always provide true cost pricing without any added fees.

Our Shipping Partner:
We’ve partnered with NextSmartShip for international shipping. Based out of China, NextSmartShip has relationships with all major shipping services, allowing us to significantly reduce delivery times for our backers outside of North America. While this partnership may result in some additional costs, it ensures faster, more efficient shipping worldwide.

For our backers in the USA, Canada, and Mexico, we will be handling fulfillment directly from our home office in Jacksonville, Florida. This allows us to streamline domestic shipments and reduce costs for North American backers.