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A workmate informed me of this scam today, the videos and screenshots of their in game environments are actually stolen from my portfolio and more specifically my showreel
Beautifully Shaped Monsters
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Amazing that they thought it was actually gonna fly...
Alexios
Cores, shaders and BIOS oh my!
Realm Explorer is potentially promising, like a Minecraft RPG without the cube graphics.
http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/realmsource/realm-explorer
Hopefully more RPG than fantasy digging sim. That's what they claim at least.
They also give the game for $5 for 50 people, $15 past those copies, $25 for beta access, etc.
Legends of Eisenwald has a new update with some alpha combat footage too.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_CSDr4RTPZU
http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/realmsource/realm-explorer
Hopefully more RPG than fantasy digging sim. That's what they claim at least.
They also give the game for $5 for 50 people, $15 past those copies, $25 for beta access, etc.
Legends of Eisenwald has a new update with some alpha combat footage too.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_CSDr4RTPZU
Thanks! Please remember that spreading the word about our projects is just as important at this stage. We need as much attention to our project as we can get!
DiscoJer
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Realm Explorer is potentially promising, like a Minecraft RPG without the cube graphics.
http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/realmsource/realm-explorer
Hopefully more RPG than fantasy digging sim. That's what they claim at least.
They also give the game for $5 for 50 people, $15 past those copies, $25 for beta access, etc.
Is it me, or does that look like the kid (Bobby) from King of the Hill?
Was this game posted yet?
It's especially great for dutch players (since most of the game takes place in dutch folklore), but it looks great in general. Made by Triangle Studios.
Cross of the Dutchman
[ig]http://www.crossofthedutchman.com/kickstarter/CotD_Env_1.gif[/ig]
[ig]http://www.crossofthedutchman.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/greatpier.png[/ig]
[im]http://www.crossofthedutchman.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/arum_summer.jpg[/ig]
I was like "Gross Dutchman? I don't know what it is, but I want it!". Then I was like "oh...".
Is there a way to look at a category of projects like ending soon AND the type of project like games and such? I can't find a way to do both because if you're under games and go to ending soon it shows you all types and there's no option for ending soon under games.
Website is a mess by the way as many people have said. They need to fix that shit.
I don't understand how they can have an option in games for successfully funded (ended projects) but not for fucking ending soon (projects that are still going.) It's too weird for my brain to comprehend.
Website is a mess by the way as many people have said. They need to fix that shit.
I don't understand how they can have an option in games for successfully funded (ended projects) but not for fucking ending soon (projects that are still going.) It's too weird for my brain to comprehend.
HP_Wuvcraft
Banned
Kickstarter's new design is pretty, but highly fucking inefficient.
Yeah their navigation options are awful. I sent them an email about it a few days ago and they said they "take all feedback into consideration" etc etc, standard response really. They're inconveniencing the project creators by making the projects so hard to find.
Honestly, all I want is a show me everything still going tab. I'll figure it out on my own when I'm looking at the games. Just please show me everything.
I wonder how many games don't get funded because people simply never see them because it's IMPOSSIBLE to see them. Like just for example, what option do I find Cross of the Dutchman or that Realm Explorer game under? Is there one? I look under the various tabs and they certainly don't show up for me.
I could click on the link in this thread but that's the only way I ever would have seen them.
I wonder how many games don't get funded because people simply never see them because it's IMPOSSIBLE to see them. Like just for example, what option do I find Cross of the Dutchman or that Realm Explorer game under? Is there one? I look under the various tabs and they certainly don't show up for me.
I could click on the link in this thread but that's the only way I ever would have seen them.
B_Rik_Schitthaus
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Poor Starlight Inception.
Yeah, I feel bad for them. Hopefully they get a surge at the end but it's not going to be nearly enough most likely. I really hope they get it funded by other means though. I'd alpha fund them if they do something like that later.Exactly my problem. It's baffling that there isn't a proper filter or advanced search system, if any site would need something like that, it's one like Kickstarter. If I want to search for popular projects that are ending soon (i.e. nearly funded, but not quite), and contain a certain word or phrase somewhere in the description, like 'RPG' for example, I can't currently do that, and I see no reason why they shouldn't have a system to let people do that.
DiscoJer
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I really hope someone at Sony decides to pick it up for the Vita, but I'm not holding my breath.
We've updated our website with the results of the first 24 hours
We'll have updates on the kickstarter page about twice a week, and probably a bit more often on our own website. So far, four Gaffers have pledged a total of $100 for the project, thanks guys!* Read the article on crossofthedutchman.com
* Or check out the project itself on Kickstarter!
Also, I've created a couple of icons for you guys to use on the boards. Feel free to pick one and help us spread the news
Beautifully Shaped Monsters
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Awesome stuff!
I still feel the point of entry is too high though. I would totally throw $15 after you for the game (or go for the $25 if it included more (don't care much about beta access personally)).
I still feel the point of entry is too high though. I would totally throw $15 after you for the game (or go for the $25 if it included more (don't care much about beta access personally)).
Beautifully Shaped Monsters
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Btw, I think the (G)Cross Dutchman game kinda deserves its own thread. Not really able to do it myself...
B_Rik_Schitthaus
Banned
http://www.kicktraq.com/projects/251995184/cross-of-the-dutchman
At current rates it looks to end up at 86%
With some good updates they could clear their goal.
At current rates it looks to end up at 86%
With some good updates they could clear their goal.
Those are some nice stats! Our "problem" is that we're not reaching enough international communities. Hopefully we'll be able to turn that around. The $15 instead of $25 pledge is something we're discussing right now, but it's difficult to see what the results would be ...
B_Rik_Schitthaus
Banned
Hmm, not a dumb question at all, but no particular reason either. It's actually how I (personally) would talk about sending someone a key for a product. Now that you mention it, it does sound a bit "OEM" like ...
We'll update the text along with the upcoming rewards changes on Friday
Alexios
Cores, shaders and BIOS oh my!
I dunno why but that Realm Explorer makes me think of Gothic II. Hopefully they can generate interesting worlds that won't quickly grow to be inconsequential like Minecraft's and maybe work in some faction dynamics and overaching goals that will keep it interesting even without a properly structured plot. Maybe each new start can have things like, picking from a load of potential super villain type fools bent on world destruction or domination that will influence the various factions, recruiting or destroying them (maybe there can be some good ones, or more than one per session, to work against each other or ally or serve etc) and then the player can have fun messing with how the events play out, joining or attempting to disrupt their schemes or whatever, in the middle of their exploration and adventuring... Either working in real time or waiting for the player participation to trigger things depending on their importance to the given phase (and maybe the difficulty settings), you might not want to have the game world to end at some point out of nowhere just because you spent a lot of time mining and never even heard of the evil dude's doings.
Always-honest
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I agree. I wanted to, but i'm still waiting for a bit of gameplay. I'll be happy to make a thread soon.
Alexios
Cores, shaders and BIOS oh my!
Well, I pledged for both Realm Explorer and Cross of the Dutchman (cos I know one of the dudes involved in the latter...) first tiers that include the game (damn, I missed the first 50 deal on Realm) but I'm not entirely sure I'll have the money added to my account by the time they end. Hopefully I will though, I feel surprisingly confident about them...
Dreamgazer
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For those who are big on turn-based strategy/classic board games:
Battle of the Bulge
(for ipad)
Target: $20,000 (at 16K as of May 2nd)
Deadline: May 28th
Battle of the Bulge
(for ipad)
Target: $20,000 (at 16K as of May 2nd)
Deadline: May 28th
GameZebo said:
We're working like crazy to get that "presentable" right now, but it won't be for another week. If you need some additional graphics let me know and I would be happy to provide
HadesGigas
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Hey guys, we have just posted a first update to the Kickstarter project, and it's quite a big change! A new $15 reward level is added rewarding backers with a copy of the game
Backers at the $25 level will get an additional copy in addition to the original game and beta invite, and we've also added a digital Art Book of the game as a bonus. Read the entire story on our kickstarter page!
Backers at the $25 level will get an additional copy in addition to the original game and beta invite, and we've also added a digital Art Book of the game as a bonus. Read the entire story on our kickstarter page!
Well I asked those Skyjacker guys about putting out a demo and here was the response:
So that sucks. Saying "real backers" get access to the beta is great and all but the problem is that they want to attract "real backers." Sucks but hopefully they'll get what they need to finish it regardless. I wish they had taken the time to set something up so people who were interested in the game could try it out though. It's not like there's an expiration date on when you can do your kickstart.
So that sucks. Saying "real backers" get access to the beta is great and all but the problem is that they want to attract "real backers." Sucks but hopefully they'll get what they need to finish it regardless. I wish they had taken the time to set something up so people who were interested in the game could try it out though. It's not like there's an expiration date on when you can do your kickstart.
http://forums.somethingawful.com/sh...&threadid=3469966&pagenumber=14#post403093286
Does Kickstarter do no auditing whatsoever?
Surely they must make sure that the people/entities behind the projects are real and legally viable?
HP_Wuvcraft
Banned
What's the difference between a "real backer" and a reward tier that allows you demo access?
This is the main problem with Gamestarters right now.
People see "video game" and they go "THAT'S GUNNA BE AWESOME".
Yeah, in a year, maybe Kickstarter will help bridge the knowledge gap between the common man and game dev, but as of right now, it has only widened it.
Alexios
Cores, shaders and BIOS oh my!
Ah, Realm Explorer had an update too, I missed it because I hadn't pledged.
But all it's got is a video of stuff getting smashed, with a bit dodgy physics, lol.
http://youtu.be/jdREjI88X2Y
I hope they'll detail more of the features as they go. Well, they say they will. Can't wait.
I really like the backpacks and such being visible on the player, it gives it a good travelling adventures vibe...
But all it's got is a video of stuff getting smashed, with a bit dodgy physics, lol.
http://youtu.be/jdREjI88X2Y
I hope they'll detail more of the features as they go. Well, they say they will. Can't wait.
I really like the backpacks and such being visible on the player, it gives it a good travelling adventures vibe...
Hey guys, we have just posted a first update to the Kickstarter project, and it's quite a big change! A new $15 reward level is added rewarding backers with a copy of the game
Backers at the $25 level will get an additional copy in addition to the original game and beta invite, and we've also added a digital Art Book of the game as a bonus. Read the entire story on our kickstarter page!
Nice and pledged. Kicktraq shows you guys being near goal at the end, good luck!
Can't we have a separate thread for Skyjacker? I think it looks fantastic and way better than that Starlight Inception junk (sorry if harsh, just saying how it is...). Above all it seems close to completion so it's not like a "concept' Kickstarter like a lot of the grassroots/indie projects currently are.
I really want it to be funded Already pledged.
I really want it to be funded
Already pledged.Oh man, Kicktraq is seriously getting on my nerves, I've been f5'ing it the entire day. It has already been a very intense couple of days, but we need to reach out to international blogs and websites to give us a bigger chance of reaching our goal.
We've submitted our info to a couple of big name blogs. Let's see if we get picked up!
Well, I pledged my $15 for your project. But I guess your project will not be funded until you manage to get the word out to some podcasts/websites/blogs.
Kicktraq's Trend is not reliable. It just extrapolates the current average for the overall runtime of the project. The first day is for most projects the biggest day and only until the very end the first day influences the average too much and with it the expected sum. Successful projects do have another spike at the end too though, but I see you currently ending around 25k (basically Republique divided by 10).
P.S.
Your World Kickstarter has finished, $21345 pledged. But Bunky will make the game anyway (lol). This is what he has to say about Kickstarter:
"I doubt we will use kickstater again. Their customer service sucks." (spelling errors as in the original).
HP_Wuvcraft
Banned
.... what "customer service" is he talking about?
Beautifully Shaped Monsters
Member
The service of providing him with paying customers, duh.
It's not well-advertised - deliberately so - but there's a beta trend cone accessible on a kicktraq page if you click the tiny 'pi' link at the bottom. I *think* it extrapolates a cone from the gap between the fastest and slowest pledging periods..
DiscoJer
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This one is pretty neat, with an overly wordy name. Legend of the Time Star. It's a side scrolling action RPG, I guess in the vein of the early Ys games.
http://www.kickstarter.com/projects...the-time-star-a-retro-action-rpg?ref=category
Unfortunately, that seems to be just a mock-up, not from a demo, and the only people they list on their team is a music guy (albeit one that worked with WayForward) and an artist (plus an animation company).
http://www.kickstarter.com/projects...the-time-star-a-retro-action-rpg?ref=category
Unfortunately, that seems to be just a mock-up, not from a demo, and the only people they list on their team is a music guy (albeit one that worked with WayForward) and an artist (plus an animation company).
Another space game, this time with an iOS focus:
http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/celsiusgs/drifter-a-space-trading-game
Funny how all these that are now coming out look tons better (and are further along than) Starlight Inception but don't seem to get much coverage. I guess it's being first that counts more than anything.
http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/celsiusgs/drifter-a-space-trading-game
Funny how all these that are now coming out look tons better (and are further along than) Starlight Inception but don't seem to get much coverage. I guess it's being first that counts more than anything.
Seems like the Kickstarter itself is actually to pay for him expanding the scope of the project to include Mac and PC.
Is "it's not very far along" really a fair criticism to level at any Kickstarter? Perhaps it's an indication that the genre really is dead, as Starlight Inception probably isn't going to reach its goal, even though it was the first big space combat/adventure pitch to take up Kickstarter in the wake of DFA/Wasteland and got a rather large initial offering of coverage.
It's not my main criticism, but obviously the chances of a game actually being released increase when it's already beyond the conceptual stage.
Above all I thought the Starlight Inception pitch was just poorly conceived, featured terrible art and very little assurance that there was a capable team behind the game. In my opinion it has nothing to do with the genre.
Fair enough. Clarification was what I was looking for and I do agree with your first statement.
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