FDG Thomas
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Monster Boy Announced
- Thread starter Delstius
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Do you think you could push for the ps2 Monster World Collection to get a port to psn?
https://youtu.be/VkqT2z7b-gs found this recent gameplay video.
FDG Thomas
Neo Member
I think we released visual samples too early in development. If we would've known how the final game looks in the early days we would've waited. There's really a lot of progress in graphics department since we started but the online material that's visible varies between horrible and nice. Final game looks excellent and we'll share new material later.
FDG Thomas
Neo Member
You mean the Switch version? Yes it will release before Monster Boy.
Even this is old material especially the beach assets and Aztec world. Final graphics pass improves all of them. Also this demo is specifically put together for trade shows to demonstrate compressed gameplay sections so that brief sessions allow visitors a taste of various character abilities.
Dragon's trap's probably had most of its resources on graphics too, given that levels are pretty much the same as they were in the original.
I'm fine with the simpler animations, as gameplay itself and overall game design looks more fun in Monster Boy. And it still looks great imo. Enough for me to buy it on ps4 even though you guys are giving me a free pc copy. (unless plans changed?)
Edit: just saw your reply. Good to know.
FDG Thomas
Neo Member
Coding and Graphics work was certainly the majority of work for Dragon's Trap. It's also a completely different story as its a simple game with many planes to walk. In Monster Boy we can't make a painting for each room as the gameplay is more dynamic with physics elements and even whole rooms that can be turned 360 degrees with the frog tongue ability. There's crazy stuff going on in Monster Boy so the graphics need specific tile-system.
Regarding animations: Monster Boy dynamically shows the weapon you use or armor you wear - the trade off is a reduced way to animate the character. In the end it's more fun to exactly see what you equip and see the effect everywhere in the game.
Yeah, both have their appeals but I rather see more complex gameplay and seeing the different gear on the character.
FDG Thomas
Neo Member
It's also convenient and much needed in Monster Boy. Who would want to check inventory menus first just to find out if the character wears the proper
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(eg to cross lava.)
FDG Thomas
Neo Member
Thanks a lot! Now we just need to get the game finished
Cool thanks...this will be nice coming off the recent wonderful Wonder Boy remake and wanting a more modern take on it.
FDG Thomas
Neo Member
We've just made a new blog post about the final graphics work.
http://monsterboy.com/blog/
There's an old/new comparison of a scene that is in the demo but looks different in the final game.
http://monsterboy.com/blog/
There's an old/new comparison of a scene that is in the demo but looks different in the final game.
This is certainly an improvement. Thank you for sharing.We've just made a new blog post about the final graphics work.
http://monsterboy.com/blog/
There's an old/new comparison of a scene that is in the demo but looks different in the final game.
Dark Cloud
Member
We've just made a new blog post about the final graphics work.
http://monsterboy.com/blog/
There's an old/new comparison of a scene that is in the demo but looks different in the final game.
Looks much better!
Looks like interactive storybook art. I think you guys got a hit on your hands. Can't imagine anyone not wanting to play this.We've just made a new blog post about the final graphics work.
http://monsterboy.com/blog/
There's an old/new comparison of a scene that is in the demo but looks different in the final game.
We've just made a new blog post about the final graphics work.
http://monsterboy.com/blog/
There's an old/new comparison of a scene that is in the demo but looks different in the final game.
Nice! Will have a look while eating lunch.
like.a.ser
Member
Lovely work on this game, I'm excited to see more of the colorful backgrounds. Can't wait to get my hands on it!
FDG Thomas
Neo Member
Thanks a lot! You'll see plenty of backgrounds in the final game. It's huge - biggest Wonder Boy game yet.
Ghost_Messiah
Member
We've just made a new blog post about the final graphics work.
http://monsterboy.com/blog/
There's an old/new comparison of a scene that is in the demo but looks different in the final game.
Christ that's one hell of an improvement. The constant delays are actually making sense now - the game is transforming in to something wonderful.
Excellent work by the team Thomas. Looking forward to seeing more!
FDG Thomas
Neo Member
Thanks a lot!
It's actually a bit embarrassing to see the old images on the first page in this thread. Woah! These need an update!
The screens on the press kit page are not the latest but much better: http://press.fdg-entertainment.com/sheet.php?p=monster_boyIt's actually a bit embarrassing to see the old images on the first page in this thread. Woah! These need an update!
Updated OP with those.
chaobreaker
Member
As someone who not only discovered the beauty that is the Monster World games through that Dragon's Trap remake, this looks really good. I would love to play a full fledged modernized successor to the series.
The final graphics look great, too.
The final graphics look great, too.
FDG Thomas
Neo Member
Thanks Delstius!
Glad you like it, thanks! Did you also try the Genesis Games ? They're still holding up well!
Unreal Champ
Banned
Will there be a physical for Xbox One and PS4 versions?
Ghost_Messiah
Member
Yeah the game's protracted development timeframe is starting to make sense, they're rigorously iterating and evolving the game. It's looking fantastic in the graphics department, a quantum leap from those early screens.
Can't wait to finally see an eventual release date.
Can't wait to finally see an eventual release date.
FDG Thomas
Neo Member
It's too early to confirm anything but Switch and PS4 have the best chances for a physical release because of a less risky business. That said we love Xbox One too - everyone from the ID@Xbox Team is super nice and helpful. We'll see! Hopefully there's enough interest coming from players of all platforms while we're pitching to retail distributors. The amount of Twitter votes for a physical copy of Monster Boy have been very encouraging so far. Thanks for the continued interest!
Thank you for passing in this thread every now and then for updates!
I can't wait to get this game on Switch, I'll most likely buy it physical if this edition releases at the same time as digital, playing MB on a cartridge makes too much sense!
Ghost_Messiah
Member
Yeah definitely thank you for making yourself present on here Thomas, it's really awesome of you.
Count me in as someone who'd buy the physical on PS4 in a heartbeat. I intend to play on PC too so you'd effectively be getting two sales!
Count me in as someone who'd buy the physical on PS4 in a heartbeat. I intend to play on PC too so you'd effectively be getting two sales!
I approve of this message! and of this game
In fact, I have left my job at Media Molecule a few months ago and with a couple of friends we are independently working on a different Wonder Boy / Monster World related project! I don't know when we will be able to announce it. But I guess this message itself is a bit of an announce! So there might be not one but two games. -- Game Atelier's one is more advanced and will probably be released way before ours! Eager to play it.
Posted 02-01 2015 - fun little bump now we now have the Dragon's Trap remake in our hands and Monster Boy is much closer and looks so much better!
mattiewheels
And then the LORD David Bowie saith to his Son, Jonny Depp: 'Go, and spread my image amongst the cosmos. For every living thing is in anguish and only the LIGHT shall give them reprieve.'
Perfect timing, releasing this after people have absorbed Dragon's Trap and like what they played, but would like a more evolved game. Honestly I wouldn't have gotten this before, but the remake got me really interested in a new one of these.
IrishNinja
Member
just like Wonder Boy III remake, this is day 1 on switch for me - will likely double-dip if it gets a physical release. looking better & better!
Booker.DeWitt
Member
I need this physical on switch
bumpkin
Member
After being blown away by Wonder Boy: The Dragon's Trap on Switch, I'm totally in for this on Switch when it releases. It looks like it's getting just as much love from the developers involved. Should be a treat!
I never played the original version, so this will be a great way to experience it for the first time.
I never played the original version, so this will be a great way to experience it for the first time.
Father_Brain
Banned
There's no original version. This is a completely new game.
No one has. This is an original game.
Ghost_Messiah
Member
So a small update from the development blog:
Looks like they're still active in hardcore development, iterating the game hence the numerous delays. Hopefully the game's still on track for this year. Personally I'd predict November or so, positioning the game as a holiday release. Late Summer is possible, but something tells me we're still a few months out yet.
Looks like they're still active in hardcore development, iterating the game hence the numerous delays. Hopefully the game's still on track for this year. Personally I'd predict November or so, positioning the game as a holiday release. Late Summer is possible, but something tells me we're still a few months out yet.
FDG Thomas
Neo Member
Very nice looking!