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[hawk2025]

I wouldn't hire then because apparently they made the choice to make the physical version super limited because of how fast another super limited game they had sold through. Fuck that. I'm still salty as fuck that I can't get the ps4 physical version of Retro City Rampage.

Yeah, there simply not enough copies of RCR DX.

Worth keeping in mind, though, the risk was probably pretty high and more of a vanity project for Brian. It's crazy how successful the physical copies were.

While we're at it, more indie devs need to jump on this. Clearly there's demand for small, boutique pressings of games.

It's just like vinyl records, in a way.

 

[theSlacker]

I think people are largely forgetting what 'cheat code' means in the igavania universe.

Usually those cheat codes completely change the game. Like the 99 luck code in SotN. Or the Magician cheat code in CotM. Etc, etc.

Well, what they said in the stream explaining the cheat codes wasn't really reassuring tbh. They mentioned things like "big head mode" which would have gone better with the 40 achievement bonus of "silly cheat codes". So yeah, got me.

 

[Paskil]

Might up from physical to a higher tier. Hot damn, though, almost over a million.

 

[jholmes]

Imagine it being Konami? The Internet would implode.

Only Konami would release a Castlevania game without the Castlevania name for no reason whatsoever.

 

[georly]

Why can't I put a mod on the ignore list?

Is there some kind of stretch goal for this?

Igavania is to duckroll what ubisoft is to me, it seems. I understand how someone could hate something so much, shame that it's igavania though.

 

[HomerSimpson-Man]

I went and did it... I hope Igarashi comes through on his promise. Also, duckroll slayer incoming? =o

I know I'm a little late on this. But damn, Shouta, didn't know you balled like that!

Duckroll slayer, make it so!

 

[burntchomsky]

From the kickstarter comments ...
"Hey there folks!
Thank you so much for all of your incredible support! We're pretty overwhelmed (and incredibly sleep deprived) right now, but we'll respond to your questions and direct messages as soon as we're able to. We’re working as fast as we can to prepare more stretch goals, achievements, and unlocks—needless to say, this was a little unexpected!
Steven Campos
Fangamer"

Alright seriously -- so if these games are so unpopular, as developers claim, then why in the world do they appear to be this...popular? I really don't understand this, and it seems like it is true of many different 'unpopular' game genres, many of which have seen similar success on kickstarter (Pillars of Eternity?). It's just strange. I guess the reason is that developers don't see a 'modest profit', which must be the type generated by medium-popularity games like this, as good enough these days.

 

[Jotamide]

During the stream they gave an example of 'really bad voices'


I mean this is a fucking no brainer we got David Hayter now sky is the goddamn limit!

LOL I love me some cheese in my Castlevania.

 

[Kieli]

Currently, the project is exclusive to PC, PS4, and Xbone.

These have a bit more power than WiiU and Vita.

I'm going to assume what they want to do (their ambitions) require a bit of power that's outside the scope of the the aforementioned 2 consoles.

I don't really want them to compromise on anything in order to bring it to more platforms.

Otherwise, I'm fine with them porting the game to as many platforms if those platforms can be true to the experience they intend.

 

[Ghost Slayer]

iirc Unreal Engine 4 supports 2D/2.5D game very well so i hope this won't turn out like M9

 

[Ke0]

Totally going to hit 1m in like 2hrs.

 

[Holy Order Sol]

Only Konami would release a Castlevania game without the Castlevania name for no reason whatsoever.

what if it's Capcpom

 

[JackelZXA]

Well, what they said in the stream explaining the cheat codes wasn't really reassuring tbh. They mentioned things like "big head mode" which would have gone better with the 40 achievement bonus of "silly cheat codes". So yeah, got me.

The "1997 style voice acting" thing sounds like the best dumb thing ever though. I want to hear them just keep hayter's first takes and make that a mode of the game. Hilarity.

 

[Smellycat]

Totally going to hit 1m in like 2hrs.

No way, probably by 11:30 max, and that is pushing it

Edit: even earlier

 

[hawk2025]

"shitty voice acting" mode sounds like a fantastic idea.


Hopefully the community backs it and it doesn't kill the kickstarter. Lemme check with loganclaws first.

 

[Red Arremer]

Iga is currently taking a break, but he'll be back on here:
http://www.twitch.tv/romscout

Some SotN speedrun stuff then.

 

[Haint]

Use UE3 then. >:3

Buy a PS4 then. >:3 I never understand why port begging was ban material on Neogaf, after this thread I do.

 

[lukeskymac]

This is what people are peddling as being better than SotN?

It's not like SotN's OST didn't have a worthy competitor before even being released:

Beginning

Mad Forest

Stream

Aquarius

Riddle

Edit: And this mashup between the American (NES) and Japanese (Famicom+VCR6) versions of Dejá Vu is the best rendition of Vampire Killer I have heard.

 

[Foffy]

I still can't really contain my hype. I am legit shook it not only met its goal so soon, but that it risks doubling it in hours.

The way Konami treated these types of games made me assume they were incredibly niche titles, like a Disgaea game or something. But the reception and support the game is getting is fucking crazy. Konami wishes the Lords of Shadow trilogy had this much enthusiasm and interest at this point.

Castlevania is dead. Long live NotCastlevania.

 

[TSM]

Yeah, they worded it like that? I must have misheard. Thought they were still talking about, or it could be amused that they were talking about, the physical version of the game gotten from kickstarter.

http://www.twitch.tv/kindafunnygames/v/4926236?t=8h12m23s

It seems pretty clear. If you want the exclusive Kickstarter content you have to back at least the $60 tier.

Actually listening to that, it's not clear that if you get the physical + digital edition that you will get the exclusive content included with the digital edition.

 

[Unknown Soldier]

Totally going to hit 1m in like 2hrs.

I'm giving it about 30 minutes

 

[cj_iwakura]

Has there been any murmuring of a Vita goal?

 

[BassForever]

Has there been any murmuring of a Vita goal?

Teasing seems to be that wiiu/vita/etc stretch goals are hidden somewhere in the dungeons of the castle for us to unlock

 

[sfried]

Buy a PS4 then. >:3 I never understand why port begging was ban material on Neogaf, after this thread I do.

Asking for Stretch Goals is port begging now?

FYI I have a PC. But would prefer to play it on my GamePad.

 

[GloriousBagel]

Has there been any murmuring of a Vita goal?

WHERE AND WHO?!?

 

[cj_iwakura]

WHERE AND WHO?!?

Tell me the SECOND it happens and I'm in. I don't have a PS4/XB1.

 

[VinnS.]

So I pledged for the physical version but wondering. It says PS4, Xbone, or Steam. The Steam part worries me. Why be physical if it's on steam. They better not give me a disk that's useless and a steam key with it. I'm hoping it's DRM-free

 

[Easy_D]

During the stream they gave an example of 'really bad voices'


I mean this is a fucking no brainer we got David Hayter now sky is the goddamn limit!

David Hayter mode: David voices EVERYONE. Or at least Miriam, like they joked around with a little bit too much on the stream for it to not potentially happen

 

[Haint]

Asking for Stretch Goals is port begging now?

FYI I have a PC.

No it's not, given the hints I have no doubt this thread is and should be a free pass. Just making the comment I absolutely understand why it's a rule now.

 

[Chindogg]

Asking for Stretch Goals is port begging now?

FYI I have a PC. But would prefer to play it on my GamePad.

Yeah this makes no sense.

It's a game with stretch goals (which Wii U/Vita have been rumored as hidden stretch goals.)

This isn't a published game with hard features locked. Development's still up in the air. Nothing wrong with asking for more platforms.

Spoiler

Wii U please.

This or Yooka Laylee?

whynotboth.gif

 

[lukeskymac]

Asking for Stretch Goals is port begging now?

FYI I have a PC. But would prefer to play it on my GamePad.

Wait, what?

 

[mreddie]

This or Yooka Laylee?

 

[LiK]

cheat codes is seriously the reward for $1M? really?

 

[jhmtehgamr20xx]

Has there been any murmuring of a Vita goal?

Why would they bother with a dead platform getting a eulogy at E3?

 

[Monado Blade]

I wonder if one of the hidden stretch goals is unlocking Kiefer Sutherland and kicking out David Hayter

 

[Easy_D]

Asking for Stretch Goals is port begging now?

FYI I have a PC. But would prefer to play it on my GamePad.

Why not get a Shield?

 

[Paskil]

Oh shit, local coop $1.25 stretch goal. Think I have to up it to $150, meow.

 

[lukeskymac]

This or Yooka Laylee?

Both, duh.

Spoiler

Remember that you still have plenty of time to back both.

 

[Finale Fireworker]

Why would they bother with a dead platform getting a eulogy at E3?

Fucking stop this.

Vita owners buy lots of games for their Vitas. They Kickstart projects just for Vita tiers. The small install base spends lots of money on their systems.

The same is true for Wii U in its own way.

 

[Spoony Bob]

This or Yooka Laylee?

 

[zeopower6]

Why would they bother with a dead platform getting a eulogy at E3?

Not cute. -shakes finger-

This or Yooka Laylee?

And por que no los dos?

 

[Lost Fragment]

The marketing for this thing has been absolutely brilliant.

 

[Chindogg]

Fucking stop this.

Vita owners buy lots of games for their Vitas. They Kickstart projects just for Vita tiers. The small install base spends lots of money on their systems.

As a Wii U guy, I agree. This kind of shit is unacceptable.

 

[cj_iwakura]

Why would they bother with a dead platform getting a eulogy at E3?

If they're going to support the undead, may as well go all in.

 

[Skittles]

Would back if they give me a poster tier. Hopefully it stays 2D for artstyle, unlike some other disappointment of kickstart game.

 

[Maedhros]

Igavania is to duckroll what ubisoft is to me, it seems. I understand how someone could hate something so much, shame that it's igavania though.

I understand too.

But he could use one post for this.

At least, he stopped.

BTW: This will reach $1m anytime now.

 

[PensivePen]

Would back if they give me a poster tier. Hopefully it stays 2D for artstyle, unlike some other disappointment of kickstart game.

They've already confirmed the final game is going to be 2.5D.

 

[VariantX]

11,000 away from the 1 million mark.

 

[GloriousBagel]

Why would they bother with a dead platform getting a eulogy at E3?

Holy shit. Get out of here with that noise.

 

[HomerSimpson-Man]

990K!