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Jordan Weisman, the creator of Shadowrun, is back and Shadowrun Returns*(for Apple & Android tablets and PCs) is the game that Shadowrun fans have been waiting for a long time. A graphically rich 2D turn-based single player game with deep story interaction, meaningful character development, and highly-contextual tactical combat, Shadowrun Returns is not only going to make some old geeks (like us) very happy but it will introduce new players to a dynamic gaming universe that is beloved around the world.*
While it seems that kick starters getting over saturated, I have enough fond memories of shadowrun pnp as well as the sega game
Duran
04-05-12, 08:40 PM
Kickstarter is bleeding me dry with this retro stuff. I'm in for this, Wasteland 2, and Leisure Suit Larry.
superdeluxe
04-05-12, 08:55 PM
Funded in 28 hours, at 498k right now.
nickdawgy
04-06-12, 09:19 AM
I used to play Shadowrun on the Genesis and SNES. Fun times.
Kedrix
04-06-12, 12:14 PM
A real Shadowrun game would be impressive. $15 isn't really that bad either if it ends being even half as good as it sounds. (And thanks Duran ;), now I might be interested in the Lesiure Suit Larry one too). Is it wrong of me though to wish that these would come to Xbox Live though? I just don't care for PC games even though as of a few months ago I have a machine that actually supports most modern games. I write, I surf the web, I facebook, I mess with graphics but really don't care to game. :)
I'll think about these two projects though and possibly donate.
superdeluxe
04-06-12, 08:05 PM
New video and new image..fund more get more
Mac support and riggers have been added, reach 1 million and there will be 2nd city, backers choice and more
http://img839.imageshack.us/img839/2779/fundinggraphic.jpg
Kedrix
04-07-12, 12:41 PM
I wish at a certain tier (well $100 or under anyway), they would do a physical copy with box. But maybe if it gets enough funding they will do it. Interested in that editor even if it is ugly (now with a little more lipstick *lawls*)
superdeluxe
04-07-12, 01:35 PM
I wish at a certain tier (well $100 or under anyway), they would do a physical copy with box. But maybe if it gets enough funding they will do it. Interested in that editor even if it is ugly (now with a little more lipstick *lawls*)
They might be waiting on that for future pushes, you can't give all your goodies/videos all at once..you have to stagger to keep the interest up.
Drexl
04-07-12, 06:44 PM
A real Shadowrun game would be impressive. $15 isn't really that bad either if it ends being even half as good as it sounds. (And thanks Duran ;), now I might be interested in the Lesiure Suit Larry one too). Is it wrong of me though to wish that these would come to Xbox Live though? I just don't care for PC games even though as of a few months ago I have a machine that actually supports most modern games. I write, I surf the web, I facebook, I mess with graphics but really don't care to game. :)
I'll think about these two projects though and possibly donate.
I think the problem is that consoles are somewhat expensive as platforms (for a community-funded game, anyway). Tim Schaefer mentioned it was around $40,000 to patch a game on XBLA. It's probably higher just to get the game on it, and I think with these projects they want to put as much into the game itself, rather than licensing fees.
We'll see what Double Fine does with their adventure game. They raised so much that I would think that if any of these projects could get on the consoles, it's that one. But if they pass, I wouldn't hold out much hope for the others.
PopcornTreeCt
04-08-12, 01:03 AM
I recently donated to kickstarter for a buddy's short film. I couldn't imagine donating to it for something that doesn't have any personal connection. Just my thoughts (well not grundle too's thoughts).
JasonF
04-08-12, 11:21 AM
I recently donated to kickstarter for a buddy's short film. I couldn't imagine donating to it for something that doesn't have any personal connection. Just my thoughts (well not grundle too's thoughts).
I've donated to about half a dozen projects -- all video games and comics (because I still think like a 12 year old boy, apparently). One was a friend's project; the rest were all things where I wanted the rewards at the price being offered. All have been from reputable authors/developers -- people with a track record of putting out product, so I'm hopefully not throwing money at vaporware.
xmiyux
04-08-12, 11:32 AM
My pledges have been primarily for board games. They have all had exclusive KS items which makes them extremely tradeable if the game is disliked.
superdeluxe
04-14-12, 09:53 AM
New update and 1 million dollar mark achieved
New rewards tier 125$ deluxe box set game comes on sr/ks custom USB dog chain
Also a shadowrun primer to read up on the universe
http://harebrained-schemes.com/shadowrun/primer/
Michael Corvin
04-14-12, 03:58 PM
Republique has lots of promise, but I don't feel the need to kick in $15+ donation for a game that will be in the sub $5 price range.
I don't mind Kickstarter helping get games made, I just haven't seen one that has grabbed my attention yet.
Kedrix
04-15-12, 09:38 AM
Well I was thinking about the $100 tier, now with the box set on the $125, I almost have to consider that instead (since that is one of the main things I was looking for in the beginning). Glad it made the over million, but there was little doubt once it hit the initial goal so quickly. I think about it for another week and then act.
superdeluxe
04-20-12, 04:11 PM
New Shadowrun update, T-shirt designs for those that back at 60$ level as well as new all digital reward tier:
We're sweetening the deal for our $30 Reward Level backers! In addition to everything they already get, they’ll also get the IN-GAME DocWagon benefit too!
A Reminder: Every backer at the $50 level and above gets their own copy of the SOUNDTRACK!
Reading through the comments about the Backer T-shirts, we see lots of fans for all three designs, so we’ve decided NOT to survey backers about which shirt back you want most. INSTEAD, backers at the $60.00 level and above get to choose which shirt they want!
Today, we’re incredibly excited to announce that Marshall Parker, who wrote the music for the Super Nintendo game and Sam Powell, who wrote the music for the Sega Genesis game, have agreed to COLLABORATE on the music for Shadowrun Returns.
Kedrix
04-25-12, 01:09 PM
Awesome, for the backer shirts I was leaning towards the gray w/ blue just because it is different from all of the black shirts I own. The only negative to that shirt is that it does not actually say Shadowrun which is odd compared to the other two.
superdeluxe
04-28-12, 03:40 PM
ShadowRun is in its final hours, Its made its final 'stretch' goal of 1.75. (with paypal it is over 1.8)
I think it gets close to 2 million, maybe like 1.90 (including paypal). I think they could hit 2 million if there was additional details about the game/new rewards..looks like they are good of just riding this to the end, the last few updates they haven't offered any new game ideas or rewards.
Gizzyeq
04-29-12, 12:12 AM
It's down to under 2 hours now!! Can't wait
For all you people who haven't pledged, go for it:D
Kedrix
04-29-12, 09:13 AM
I did my pledge yesterday afternoon (all $125 of it)...and they ended up at well over 1.8 million (supposedly almost 1.9 once they included the paypal stuff). I just hope they keep up regular updates since it will be next year before we see the actual game. But I am super excited, and can't wait to see the level editor among other things.
superdeluxe
05-11-12, 04:50 PM
Everyone that backed this, you should be getting or have already gotten your surveys for the 2nd city, Here were the options:
I went with Denver. A smuggler's paradise sounds like the best idea to me. But unfortunately, it does not look it has much of a chance. If I had to do a second, I would have done Hong Kong though.
JasonF
05-13-12, 12:25 PM
I voted for Chicago, but really, I can see interesting potential in all six, so I'm sure I'll love whatever they come up with.
DaveCole
05-13-12, 02:20 PM
It would be cool if they added the other areas as expansions/dlc to continue the game.
superdeluxe
05-13-12, 02:24 PM
It would be cool if they added the other areas as expansions/dlc to continue the game.
That is my hope honestly I think the idea was to get people think about location of next dlc
Kedrix
05-16-12, 02:00 PM
Apparently it is now a run-off according to the latest update between Berlin and Hong Kong because the difference between the 2 was less than 1% (which is kinda crazy when you think about it).
Yeah, I think I have to revert back to Hong Kong then.
superdeluxe
05-16-12, 02:09 PM
Apparently it is now a run-off according to the latest update between Berlin and Hong Kong because the difference between the 2 was less than 1% (which is kinda crazy when you think about it).
Yeah, I think I have to revert back to Hong Kong then.
Cyberpunk and Asia just work for me.
Jay G.
08-06-12, 04:42 PM
This was mentioned in the Ultimate Kickstarter thread, but in case any don't read that...
A Kickstarter for a Shadowrun Online game is currently running, with only 7 days left:
http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1964352341/shadowrun-online
Looks so good. When is this expected to be released? Summer?
superdeluxe
03-08-13, 10:29 AM
I'm not sure, I was to busy watching the video. I'm guessing maybe next year? I don't think they are going to hit their original target.
shizawn
03-08-13, 11:23 AM
That does look quite good. I never did back this one as I had no prior experience with Shadowrun, but it looks like something I'll pick up when it releases.
Kedrix
03-08-13, 11:56 AM
I've been keeping up with the Kickstarters, and this game is looking super awesome, seriously (I'm in for like $125). What's better is that we get the editor to make our own adventures. I know that I am going to try and create something and maybe push the sucker to its limit.
In other news, I'm also trying to write a piece of fan fiction (and hopefully have it morph into something else), but unfortunately I've written myself into a couple of holes and trying to figure my way out :). It will certainly be a Shadowrun second half of this year.
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