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So I was all like "HOW'S THEY GUNNA DO DAT" so then I read the thing and then I was like "AH DAT'S HOW THEY GUNNA DO DAT".
This could get interesting.
This could get interesting.
Love SMC, I play it all the time as my "my browser is open and I'm bored" time waster. Gonna donate some skrilla later in the week.
This resurgence of classic style shit makes my rude bits excited.
This resurgence of classic style shit makes my rude bits excited.
@Ursu this. I have never supported a Kickstarter after Tim Schafer's, and anyone who's on the bandwagon can go die in a fire.
Also "art will be wholly original"
ahaha, yes because those characters don't look like generic shitty 8-bit characters at all.
Seriously, asking to make a Kickstarter based around an 8-bit game is a fucking joke.
ahaha, yes because those characters don't look like generic shitty 8-bit characters at all.
Seriously, asking to make a Kickstarter based around an 8-bit game is a fucking joke.
Wow. Fucking hate much? Not for you? Fine. Don't need to be an assclown about it. Personally I think its awesome he's doing a full game and would gladly donate if I could. I'm very cautious and selective of kickstarters, but this guys earned my faith.
I was wondering how they were going to do this copyright-wise, but now I see. I liked the crossover games, so I'm interested in seeing how this is going to turn out!
@Phil Yeah, how dare he want to make some coin and a proper retail product off of something he's done like three years for free. What a dickbag.
Seriously tho', it isn't like he's come out of nowhere on this. He's been doing this for ages and says "Look guys, I'd like to make something real, that I can say I did this and sell it and look more credible than shitty Flash games". I can respect that.
Seriously tho', it isn't like he's come out of nowhere on this. He's been doing this for ages and says "Look guys, I'd like to make something real, that I can say I did this and sell it and look more credible than shitty Flash games". I can respect that.
@Dragoon: Exactly. I hope he makes some good coin off this. I'll be giving him money as soon as I can.
@Ursu
It's extremely clear that you did not watch the video. He makes it extremely obvious that these new characters are super-satires of their original NES inspirations, the game will be playable in both 8-bit AND 16-bit, it will have 4-player online co-op, and be on PC and Mac (and probably iOS and Android). The 8 people working on the game either have full-time jobs so they can't put much time into the game or they don't have a job at all, so they can't even pay rent or buy food. With the money from this Kickstarter, the ones without jobs will be able to work on the game without fear of if they'll have to go without eating today to pay their rent and the ones with full-time jobs can quit and work for their new studio Exploding Rabbit exclusively, meaning the game will get done quicker and probably better.
Kickstarter is a great idea for this project as there is no way they could get the funds for this game and fledgling development company without it. Even if they tried to get a publisher, I doubt they could or would even want to, as any sort of restriction on their creative freedom would severely hamper this game.
It's extremely clear that you did not watch the video. He makes it extremely obvious that these new characters are super-satires of their original NES inspirations, the game will be playable in both 8-bit AND 16-bit, it will have 4-player online co-op, and be on PC and Mac (and probably iOS and Android). The 8 people working on the game either have full-time jobs so they can't put much time into the game or they don't have a job at all, so they can't even pay rent or buy food. With the money from this Kickstarter, the ones without jobs will be able to work on the game without fear of if they'll have to go without eating today to pay their rent and the ones with full-time jobs can quit and work for their new studio Exploding Rabbit exclusively, meaning the game will get done quicker and probably better.
Kickstarter is a great idea for this project as there is no way they could get the funds for this game and fledgling development company without it. Even if they tried to get a publisher, I doubt they could or would even want to, as any sort of restriction on their creative freedom would severely hamper this game.
I'm getting sick of people bitching about Kickstarter. If you don't like the project, don't support it! The Internet is full of independent artists and other creators taking commissions and asking for donations. It's not like anyone's shoving anything in your face, they're just saying "Hey, here's this thing I want to do. If you like it and want to help, please do." There are a lot of people online and if just a handful of them are interested, that's all most of these projects need. Kickstarter is a fairly trustworthy way to do this (way better than just setting up a Paypal account at least).
Do you walk by street fairs and bitch loudly about all those people trying to sell their arts and crafts? Do you scream at girl scouts when they're out selling cookies?
Do you walk by street fairs and bitch loudly about all those people trying to sell their arts and crafts? Do you scream at girl scouts when they're out selling cookies?
You know, if you don't like or support something, you don't have to spread your vile, baseless hated everywhere. You also, crazily enough, have the option of spending your time in things you like. Just a thought.
That said, the flagrant copyright infringement and the ability to drop characters in a world they don't belong in is what made Crossover special. Without it, this is just another 8-bit-esque game in a climate with enough of them to spare.
@Excel: Yeah, but if that header image is any indication, this is going to have all the flavor of a late-80's Super Mario Bros. PC rip-off which is pretty awesome in its own right.
@Abnegation
Dev systems for Android and Apples devices, a license for Unity Pro, plus payment for the eight people working on the game. THAT'S where the money goes.
Dev systems for Android and Apples devices, a license for Unity Pro, plus payment for the eight people working on the game. THAT'S where the money goes.
@OmnipotentBagel:
I guess. I'm not afraid of saturation or anything at this point, it's just that I like the idea of sticking it to the man in a tribute more than going legit with a mere homage.
I guess. I'm not afraid of saturation or anything at this point, it's just that I like the idea of sticking it to the man in a tribute more than going legit with a mere homage.
@killias2:
Some people are sickened by the idea that other people are investing funds into something they think should be invested in something else. The very same things they like, as you put it. Every dollar put in something someone doesn't like is a dollar that will never go to something they think deserves it more.
Capitalism.
Some people are sickened by the idea that other people are investing funds into something they think should be invested in something else. The very same things they like, as you put it. Every dollar put in something someone doesn't like is a dollar that will never go to something they think deserves it more.
Capitalism.
Wow, what a twist! Kickstarter!
Kickstarter hate is both righteous and valid, and for all you haters, YOU are the cause.
Just the tip of the iceberg, how big of an absolute moron would you have to be to fund a millionaire to make his next game? Double fine kickstarter = huge success.
How stupid would you have to be to fund OBVIOUS scam artist? Gaming related kickstarters exposed as scams left and right.
How oblivious to fund some hipster to not have to work a day in thier lives? 100's of kickstarters, all the time.
Seriously, cry us haters a river, your the oblivious ingrates that have made folks feel this way.
Kickstarter hate is both righteous and valid, and for all you haters, YOU are the cause.
Just the tip of the iceberg, how big of an absolute moron would you have to be to fund a millionaire to make his next game? Double fine kickstarter = huge success.
How stupid would you have to be to fund OBVIOUS scam artist? Gaming related kickstarters exposed as scams left and right.
How oblivious to fund some hipster to not have to work a day in thier lives? 100's of kickstarters, all the time.
Seriously, cry us haters a river, your the oblivious ingrates that have made folks feel this way.
May be good at programming, but they desperately need help from a graphic designer and/or concept artist.
This is just gonna be a bland retro platformer anyway. Fuck, it's got "retro" in the title. It could have an actual art style, but no he wanted to be a fucking tool and make it look like an old game because fuck originality.
I understand that in the original SMBC it was nifty to have the sprites. But now they have the chance to create a new IP or something with a new style. But, i'm sorry, we can't have that. We need something that people will want to buy because it's something that has been outdated for years.
I understand that in the original SMBC it was nifty to have the sprites. But now they have the chance to create a new IP or something with a new style. But, i'm sorry, we can't have that. We need something that people will want to buy because it's something that has been outdated for years.
@Raby: I'm not sure who you are mad at. But I think anyone who doesn't research what they're insterested funding and the track record of the folks doing it, are fools. There are so many scumbags andscam artists out there, you are stupid if you don't.
Dat overacting
Anyone else have the video show up in the post below with a blank white spot where a video should be in this post?
Sounds interesting. May kick a few dollars his way. It saddens me to see people hate Kickstarter just because someone famous used it. In essence, you're saying Tim Schaefer's involvement has ruined the site for you. What about all the people that used it before Tim got involved, or the ones that had plans to use it but weren't ready to? Fuck them?
Anyone else have the video show up in the post below with a blank white spot where a video should be in this post?
Sounds interesting. May kick a few dollars his way. It saddens me to see people hate Kickstarter just because someone famous used it. In essence, you're saying Tim Schaefer's involvement has ruined the site for you. What about all the people that used it before Tim got involved, or the ones that had plans to use it but weren't ready to? Fuck them?
Citing scams as the reason why Kickstarter sucks is like claiming nobody should use email because of chain letters and that damned Nigerian prince.
How is what they are doing not an art style? EVERYTHING is an art style. Even if I mashed a bunch of art styles together, it's still an art style.
And yes, he's obviously not using "high-end" graphics but that doesn't mean they're "outdated". Many indie games use simpler or what I would call "basic" graphics BECAUSE they are indie. They don't have the resources to make very graphically intense games. Even if this particular studio could, he said in the beginning of the video that he thinks Legend of Zelda (NES) is epic and gamers now think they need Mass Effect 3 or something similar to be epic. That's why he's going with these graphical styles (8-bit and 16-bit).
And yes, he's obviously not using "high-end" graphics but that doesn't mean they're "outdated". Many indie games use simpler or what I would call "basic" graphics BECAUSE they are indie. They don't have the resources to make very graphically intense games. Even if this particular studio could, he said in the beginning of the video that he thinks Legend of Zelda (NES) is epic and gamers now think they need Mass Effect 3 or something similar to be epic. That's why he's going with these graphical styles (8-bit and 16-bit).
nice! i would love to see this guy do a take on shmups. being able to choose different ships from different games and crossing over the enemies, stages and so on would be awesome.
Very nice. I love the Flash version of this game. My only concern is whether or not Nintendo (or any other involved IP owners) may attempt to have this kickstarter thing taken down.
It took only two people to get everyone here arguing about Kickstarter? Why are we not instead debating more pressing issues like the man's receding hairline?
@ZeniGeva He's been rocking that look for so long it's obviously an intentional thing. He likes to look (and act) a little crazy.
Watch him Let's Play his own game (link's on the site), and you'll see what I mean. He has a "thing" going on.
Watch him Let's Play his own game (link's on the site), and you'll see what I mean. He has a "thing" going on.
I am still disappointed that for all the good 2D games we get now... none approach the length and depth of Metroid or Mario 3/Yoshi/World. Even a game like Rayman Origins pales in comparison to those titles imo.
I played Super Mario Crossover briefly... honestly it was kinda boring, mostly because the SMB levels are ancient. Level design that plays to the different characters will be the key to this game.
I played Super Mario Crossover briefly... honestly it was kinda boring, mostly because the SMB levels are ancient. Level design that plays to the different characters will be the key to this game.
If money from this kickstarter went to buy this dude a comb I'd be more willing to support his project.
I remember the days when people weren't whiny, it was called the 80s
*clicks on the kickstarter link*
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*clicks on the kickstarter link*
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Supporting someone on Kickstarter for me is about more than the current project they're working on. If I like something enough to put money toward it being made, its because I believe in the creators just as much, if not more than I believe in the product. If they make one thing I enjoy, I'm willing to put bills down so they get the chance to make more awesome stuff. That's the beauty of the kickstarter movement. We get to actually support the creative people and not worry about the money going to a lot of middle men or to those who might have stifled the work creatively. This has its downsides too, but still I think its a good step going forward. :)
@Ursu
I still can't believe you're still being an asshole about it. It's their money, they can use it how they want to. Pulling this shit is just making you look bad.
I still can't believe you're still being an asshole about it. It's their money, they can use it how they want to. Pulling this shit is just making you look bad.
@Ursu
I still can't believe you're not aware that the Super Retro Squad won't be a flash game. SMB crossover was a flash game. This one will not be a flash game.
I still can't believe you're not aware that the Super Retro Squad won't be a flash game. SMB crossover was a flash game. This one will not be a flash game.
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