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[transience]

http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/socalmike/retro-the-multi-format-throw-back-video-game-magaz

Digital Subscription for the first 6 issues is $12, physical + digital is $30. They're promising 52 page magazines with minimal ads.

Full roster of writers (whoa!):

Jeremy Parish
Seanbaby
Chris Kohler
Jeff Green
Andy Eddy
Kat Bailey
Leonard Herman
Pat Contri
David SIller
Martin Alessi
Kevin Robinson
Alexandra Hall
Robert Welkner
Michael Thomasson
Luke McKinney
Mike Kennedy
Mike James
Scott Schreiber
Kevin Steele
Steve Tom Sawyer
Kevin Baird
David Giltinan
WIlliam Culver

 

[Neifirst]

Martin Alessi - one of the original EGM review crew! I might subscribe.

 

[Sheroking]

Very much disliked classic EGM, so I can't really get behind this.

Luke McKinnley is the worst of the Cracked writers, Seanbaby the best. Would prefer he stick to comedy - don't care to see him review games again.

 

[wrowa]

Is this supposed to be the successor to Gamespite?

 

[TheContact]

Awesome. I love retro stuff

 

[Curufinwe]

So the other two Retronaut podcast guys aren't involved?

 

[$h@d0w]

Can I just donate directly to Jeff Green? I don't like the other people involved.

 

[Skelter]

I love me some Jeremy Parish. Seriously considering this....

 

[joedick]

Man, I'll totally be on board if they'll ship the mag to Canada. I know I'm the opposite of pretty much everybody these days, but I'm not interested in a digital mag. I guess I'll ask them!

 

[Oni Link 666]

I didn't know Morrisey wrote about games.

 

[gunstarhero]

Donated!

Already subscribe to Retro Gamer - but it would be nice to get a U.S. based retro magazine.

 

[tim.mbp]

That kickstarter video seemed pretty bad, I guess I'm just use to a video with a personal appeal from the founder.

 

[Raife]

So the other two Retronaut podcast guys aren't involved?

The Kickstarter page says the project is by Mike Kennedy so maybe Parish is on as a contributor rather than as the person in charge like he was with GameSpite. But yeah, neither Ray Barnholt or Bob Mackey are listed on that page. Judging from a lot of the names, maybe they are going for a more "old school" crowd, a few of those names are from the pre-1UP EGM days.

 

[BocoDragon]

Can't really resist that cast of classic writers........ Might kickstart in the morning when sober

 

[NIN90]

Loving the shot they used for Black Dragon.

 

[thebeeks]

I know it wouldn't happen because he's busy with Scroll, but I wish Ray Barnholt was involved.

 

[illmatic22]

Donated $35, heres hoping

 

[jett]

Really? Wub wub wub was the music you chose for your video?

 

[NIN90]

"Green is also a regular on Out of the Game..."

 

[Sushigod7]

Really? Wub wub wub was the music you chose for your video?

God it's horrible isn't it, I stopped half way through. Interesting idea not sure if I really want to back. I'll set a reminder for it and think about it maybe digital.

 

[Curufinwe]

John Ricciardi mocking them on twitter for their "Strech Goals".

 

[Sushigod7]

John Ricciardi mocking them on twitter for their "Strech Goals".

Never a good sign when a journalism-based Kickstarter misspells "stretch goals"... (I kid, I kid. Maybe.)

hahahaha

 

[PaulLFC]

I'm confused. The $30 physical subscription says US only, but the otherwise identical $35 one doesn't. Is this a mistake, or can I pay $35 and get a subscription in the UK?

 

[joedick]

I'm confused. The $30 physical subscription says US only, but the otherwise identical $35 one doesn't. Is this a mistake, or can I pay $35 and get a subscription in the UK?

Yeah, the $60 tier doesn't mention 'US only' as well, but I'm assuming it's an oversight.

 

[PaulLFC]

Yeah, the $60 tier doesn't mention 'US only' as well, but I'm assuming it's an oversight.

Probably. A bit annoying that they couldn't have worked out postage to allow anyone to choose a physical sub if they wanted.

 

[JustAnotherOtaku]

If I can get this delivered to the UK I'll back it. Looks like it could be pretty great.

 

[Like the hat?]

In for $42
My highest pledge to a kickstarter yet.

 

[The Bookerman]

I love Kat Bailey, but not involving at least bob Mackey seems... Stupid.

 

[Polk]

Too bad they won't ship outside US (although I know it would be hassle). That will limit many backers.

 

[Like the hat?]

Says they will ship internationally, but apparently you won't get the total cost until later?

International Subscribers: We will have to send you an additional invoice, paid via Paypal OR Credit Cart for International Shipping. We will use the least expensive rate possible. You will be contacted after the campaign ends. Thank you for your support!

 

[Boards of Canada]

Why?

 

[Danny Dudekisser]

I like this idea, and I respect a lot of the people on that list. I think I'm in.

 

[Dug]

Wow, did not expect to see Pat the NES punk there. Makes sense though considering the nature of the magazine.

 

[rezn0r]

Didn't even get to read the whole Kickstarter page or see everyone involved, for those prices I'm in!

 

[WonderPup]

I didn't know Morrisey wrote about games.

Awesome!

Now, I'm on board!

 

[MoosiferX]

Sweet! I can get behind this. I wish there was a "retailer" option though, so I could sell copies of the magazine at my store.

 

[Devilgunman]

There is already a Retro Gamer Magazine from UK and I think it's great. I always flip through it when I go to Barnes&Noble.

 

[Hot Coldman]

Jeff Green, Kat Bailey and Chris Kohler?

Spoiler

That is... if I had any money...

 

[MoosiferX]

There is already a Retro Gamer Magazine from UK and I think it's great.

Retro Gamer is fantastic, but more the merrier, eh!

 

[QMontague]

I'm in for 35 bucks.

 

[fattymcfats]

Love retro stuff, but stop making me take the risk. Have some faith in the product, guys.

 

[SeventhSon]

Seanbaby, Black Dragon, and Pat the NES Punk?!?!

This may be the greatest thing I've ever seen.

 

[Craig Majaski]

Nice! In for a year.

 

[transience]

I love Kat Bailey, but not involving at least bob Mackey seems... Stupid.

I guess they heard you.

BOB MACKEY UPDATE (for NeoGaf'ers): Yes, obviously we contacted Bob But due to potential full-time gigs he had to opt out at this time. Also, this contributor list will continue to evolve for the life of this magazine.

 

[Vermillion]

It's Sean, baby!
(And Parish!)

 

[krae_man]

So how long until someone does a Kickstarter to reboot 1up?

Also Jeff Really, REALLY likes Tim Hortons coffee.

 

[Riposte]

"Reboot this"... terrible.

 

[SteveWinwood]

<3 seanbaby

"Reboot this"... terrible.

To be fair, a remake of Cobra Triangle would be awesome.

 

[gogojira]

Terrible pitch from people who should know better.

 

[SteveWinwood]

Terrible pitch from people who should know better.

The video is all sorts of bad.

I have a feeling they sent out a bunch of emails to people and were like hey if we were to do this would you write some stuff for us? They got a bunch of sure whatevers email us later and then someone made the kickstarter page.