another new song posted
https://soundcloud.com/greg-c-johnson-1/groove-ship
https://soundcloud.com/greg-c-johnson-1/groove-ship
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Toejam and Earl: Back in the Groove (PC) Kickstarter - $400k goal (Up: Funded)
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New update featuring some more enemy art and music, including funky new renditions of Big Earl Bump, Rapmaster Rocket Racket, and Aquajam. They're really letting the bass do the talking for this soundtrack.
It seems there will also be some video footage coming in the next couple of weeks, along with a release date announcement in the summer. Apparently things are looking good for console versions of the game as well.
It seems there will also be some video footage coming in the next couple of weeks, along with a release date announcement in the summer. Apparently things are looking good for console versions of the game as well.
afternoon delight
Member
Loved everything in the update including the talk about 4 player local coop, the art and music continue to impress.
Post box
lol
Post box
mimic?
Greg posted on his Twitter that we're getting another update sometime this upcoming week.
I also asked him via Twitter about TJ&E on the PSN/Microsoft Store being cross-buy, since right now they're PS3/360 specific, and his response made it sound like he wasn't even aware of that, and that he'll look into bringing them to PS4/XB1.
I have no idea what the process is behind that, but if they share trophies and everything it can't be that complicated. (and PS4 could really use some more couch co-op PSN titles)
I also asked him via Twitter about TJ&E on the PSN/Microsoft Store being cross-buy, since right now they're PS3/360 specific, and his response made it sound like he wasn't even aware of that, and that he'll look into bringing them to PS4/XB1.
I have no idea what the process is behind that, but if they share trophies and everything it can't be that complicated. (and PS4 could really use some more couch co-op PSN titles)
Nomadic Sparks
Banned
Wooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo
I thought something bad had happened, but I was wrong!
Yasssssss slay big earl slay
I thought something bad had happened, but I was wrong!
Yasssssss slay big earl slay
they've been chugging along without many hiccups for a long while now, surely they're getting somewhere. They shipped out the backer rewards months ago, I was wearing my TJ&E t-shirt just a few days ago in fact.
Dangerblade
Member
Yeah all the updates have been brilliant so far. The aesthetic is just...wonderful.
Laevateinn
Member
Saw this interview posted on facebook. I didn't like the interviewer much since he seemed to want to insert his agenda into his questions, but the screenshots look amazing. I can't wait. Also, sounds like there's potential for it to be released on consoles as well? I can't wait till the next update.
i think if they just made the bottom world a lot more washed out or faded it would be fine
the way it is now its too busy and distracting to look at
dear god, the filtering on those screenshots of the genesis games
I'm down with that, poindexter
afternoon delight
Member
Thanks for sharing the interview!
B
bomb
Unconfirmed Member
Toejam and Earls new update is up. Seems as though they got some funding by one of the big three as they were told to wait on showing a video. Nintendo?
Also vinyl is a sure thing now. Excellent!
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1578116861/toejam-and-earl-back-in-the-groove/posts/1611410
Also vinyl is a sure thing now. Excellent!
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1578116861/toejam-and-earl-back-in-the-groove/posts/1611410
Glad to see it's coming along so well, the roguelike elements seem to fit right in. Soundtrack continues to be perfect, definitely in for the vinyl.
Humanature has a relationship with Sony from Doki Doki Universe, interested to see who they partnered with for TJ&E. Got to post some of those screenshots, they've really refined the look of the game since earlier in development.
Humanature has a relationship with Sony from Doki Doki Universe, interested to see who they partnered with for TJ&E. Got to post some of those screenshots, they've really refined the look of the game since earlier in development.
ScientificPizza
Banned
I had no idea that was the art style they were using. it's REALLY reminiscent of doki dokiGlad to see it's coming along so well, the roguelike elements seem to fit right in. Soundtrack continues to be perfect, definitely in for the vinyl.
Humanature has a relationship with Sony from Doki Doki Universe, interested to see who they partnered with for TJ&E. Got to post some of those screenshots, they've really refined the look of the game since earlier in development.
I have no real reverence do TJ&E but this looks real nice
If the game is now publisher-backed, the mystery party is far more likely to be a smaller publisher. 505/Deep Silver/Nordic/etc. I don't think MS/Nintedo/Sony have put their weight behind a Kickstarter game that's still in production (Shenmue 3 being something of an exception) and, well, I doubt they'd start with a title that sits at the narrower end of the success spectrum ($400k goal, $500k funded).
Same here, likely would've backed it.
FaintDeftone
Junior Member
I'm a huge TJ&E fan and I was actually a little unimpressed with the original look of the game. I'm seeing this now and DAMN does it look awesome! I can't wait to play this.
MrCunningham
Member
Glad to see it's coming along so well, the roguelike elements seem to fit right in. Soundtrack continues to be perfect, definitely in for the vinyl.
Humanature has a relationship with Sony from Doki Doki Universe, interested to see who they partnered with for TJ&E. Got to post some of those screenshots, they've really refined the look of the game since earlier in development.
This is looking pretty good. I think the changes they made to the polygon portions of the environments do look much better than what they had shown before. I think the pumped up colour scheme kinda works here and stays true to the original game. Also the funk-groove soundtrack is awesome.
nogoodnamesleft
Banned
Jesus fuck, that's exactly what a new TJNE game should look like. Do want.
Damn, I got such a TJ&E1 vibe from the latest batch of screenshots. They're really making this at an impressive pace. Hats as a meta-goal for game clears sounds amazing, and unlockable characters is always a plus. And the art style is finally starting to feel cohesive.
I'm so goddamn excited for this game, I'm buying it for a friend to play co-op when it releases.
I'm so goddamn excited for this game, I'm buying it for a friend to play co-op when it releases.
Laevateinn
Member
Every update for this game makes me more excited. It's like the inverse MN9.
I still enjoy Panic on Funkotron
I still enjoy Panic on Funkotron
afternoon delight
Member
All of it looks and sounds wonderful, they're extremely talented.
Spiral Insanity
Banned
Looks great, I wasn't a fan of the initial reveal.
Dangerblade
Member
This just gets better and better, and it was damn good to begin with. It's so colourful and stylish! I can't wait to play it
think more along the lines of the first actual sequel to the first game
plays similarly, but they can finally refine and build upon the mechanics from the first game. seems like there's a few new systems in there, and tweaks on the old ones
i am so fucking excited
Fine Ham Abounds
Member
This is looking a lot more cohesive now. I have to force myself to not get overly hyped for this.
Words fail me how happy I continue to be with how the music is turning out
Words fail me how happy I continue to be with how the music is turning out
Bam Chowder
Member
Wow looking great and really happy to have a console release confirmation. A dream come true would be a Vita release (and compatibility for TJ&E 1 and 2).
I wonder if there is any chance that Sega is the funding partner.
I wonder if there is any chance that Sega is the funding partner.
darylbaxter
Neo Member
I'm sorry you thought that, definitely wasn't my intention.
The green A button makes me think Xbox, but it could be because they are playing a PC build with an Xbox controller.
randomengine
Banned
Did someone mention TJ & E 2: Escape from Planet Funkotron?
Probably one of the best platformers ever made.
So many hidden secrets....
El_Presidente
Member
Can I get a +1 for the TJ & E 2 love?
My brother and I's favorite game on the genesis. Honestly don't think I've ever played the first one.... It was never in stock at blockbuster
CopperPuppy
Member
Whoa, this looks to be coming along very nicely.
Subbed to keep this on my radar.
Subbed to keep this on my radar.
yeah i think its just because they're showing the pc build
Laevateinn
Member
Hi, sorry if I came off harsh. Since you're here, let me elaborate.
Questions like
and
Are a bit leading, draw attention away from the interviewee and can be uncomfortable for the subject to answer, especially when he's an industry veteran like Greg is. Now, Greg seems like the nicest guy in the world so he worked with it but another subject might cut you off there or be less willing to have a good conversation with you. Here's an example of such a thing happening. Your questions would have been much better if you left out or had better phrasing for the first sentences
Keep reaching out to people though. Being able to interview your heroes is great. Just be aware that the questions you ask shouldn't be more interesting than the answers the person you are interviewing is willing to give.
darylbaxter
Neo Member
That's fair enough, I'll keep it in mind for next time.
Thanks for the feedback.
Thanks for the feedback.
Laevateinn
Member
Excellent news all around.