JenniBee Posted May 18, 2015 Report Share Posted May 18, 2015 I do feel like this project is being applied a rather exorbitant level of scrutiny. Most projects remain in development for years. Even for most of the big-budget titles, nobody is ever really aware when a game goes into initial development. For this one, people were there right from the beginning. That's one of the main drawbacks of Kickstarter. Projects often go in directions not planned in game development, which leads to delays. Normally, this is not a problem, as the development is completely behind the scenes, and once the game is released most people wouldn't even be aware of the problems the development team faced. But, with Kickstarter, most backers expect at least some updates on the development, and they get antsy when it takes several years for the game to be released. Just about every Kickstarter game that's taken a long time to release, from Broken Age to Hero-U, to SpaceVenture, have had their share of people getting upset about the long development time. A lot of this probably comes from the fact that a lot of these people haven't been involved in the game industry, or haven't read about (or don't understand) the pitfalls that happen to almost every game when it comes to extended development time, rewrites, games going over budget, etc. All of this is very common in game development, but I could see how it would look like the development is troubled to people who don't know what goes on behind the scenes in the games industry. pcj and JimmyTwoBucks 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PurpleTentacle Posted May 19, 2015 Report Share Posted May 19, 2015 Musically, you are right that you mentioned that. I don't always carefully read everything before commenting, even though I should. Sometimes I just hurriedly post without reading all the other responses. Also, I now see "admin" icons next to some people's names. I didn't see those yesterday. Just to let you guys know, Corey Cole wrote the following on Kickstarter today: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/transolargames/hero-u-rogue-to-redemption/comments "SpaceVenture is way behind schedule (more than us), and way over budget (I don't know how much, but I can do the arithmetic), but they are still working hard on it." Maybe someone should send him a link to the new FAQ post here. Previously he had posted similar comments about other Kickstarters as he sought to defend himself against criticism from backers. In fact, it was such comments from Cole, as well as responses to those comments, which prompted me to come over here and ask for the clarification. I wasn't even part of those online conversations... I just read through them after the fact. So, if you're wondering who or what could be fueling such rumors, there's one possibility. Not saying he's doing it maliciously, but he certainly has a bigger platform than most backers, and he has been saying this stuff for a while. Earlier he also mentioned how he had talked with other leaders of "big" Kickstarter campaigns and he said he thought going back to Kickstarter for more money would be a good way to solve money problems, something I think is a terrible idea. Such comments caused me to put one and one together and come directly here the other day. It's possible that I'm interpreting all this wrong, but I just wanted you to know the perception of this backer (me) in case others are led to think similar things. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FM80 Posted May 19, 2015 Report Share Posted May 19, 2015 edit *eh, nevermind* ... you guys have fun. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimmyTwoBucks Posted August 16, 2016 Report Share Posted August 16, 2016 Newest update has some really awesome stuff in it... Not sure if that November release date will be hit, but it definitely looks like it's at least near completion with big sections of the game done Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
suejak Posted August 31, 2016 Report Share Posted August 31, 2016 Just to let you guys know, Corey Cole wrote the following on Kickstarter today: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/transolargames/hero-u-rogue-to-redemption/comments "SpaceVenture is way behind schedule (more than us), and way over budget (I don't know how much, but I can do the arithmetic), but they are still working hard on it." Interesting. I love Quest for Glory, but Corey obviously isn't the best spokesman. I can't believe he just throws the Space Quest guys under the bus like that to cover his own problems. He's also attacked me personally (a $100+ backer on both his first Kickstarter and his back-for-more Kickstarter) for relatively minor/normal criticisms, although I guess I come off like a dick sometimes. Still, not the best guy to have out there interacting with the community. Oh well, if there's one thing the Kickstarter era has taught me, it's that the people who made the games we grew up with are very human ;) JimmyTwoBucks 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forgetaboutme Posted October 5, 2016 Report Share Posted October 5, 2016 Hey! First: I'm the new guy, so have mercy! :) Second: I was actually just lurking for the last two years, so have mercy! :P Third: After almost forgetting about this project (mercy!!) I recently was stumbling over the last Kickstarter update and I have to say even when my brain was/is somewhat concerned about the so called eta my eyes are fallen in love with what they could see ! Waldi in Nurb's?! For real?? Frede 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sledgy Posted December 15, 2016 Author Report Share Posted December 15, 2016 When?)) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MusicallyInspired Posted December 15, 2016 Report Share Posted December 15, 2016 Are you not a backer? They released a Kickstarter update about it. A while ago. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monolith_Pig Posted December 22, 2016 Report Share Posted December 22, 2016 Is not too selfish to say I hope I can still get a big SQIV style box with goodies when the game is ready?...I'm all about surrounding myself with an adventure games various goodies when playing one. Also it would look sooo good on the shelf too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MusicallyInspired Posted December 22, 2016 Report Share Posted December 22, 2016 They haven't said otherwise. I'm still expecting one. It'll look great next to my SQ1 (spaceship cover), SQ4, and SQ Collection(Vivendi) boxes. I almost bought a replacement Space Quest Collector Series fold top box a while ago but I abstained....my real SQ unicorn is the classic black box, though. It would be awesome if they designed the SpaceVenture box kind of like a Space Quest box. All black with a red and blue logo (maybe a different letterstyle, though). Or even maybe the "Rgoer Wilco in..." style boxes. could say "Ace Hardway in...." instead. Monolith_Pig 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monolith_Pig Posted December 22, 2016 Report Share Posted December 22, 2016 They haven't said otherwise. I'm still expecting one. It'll look great next to my SQ1 (spaceship cover), SQ4, and SQ Collection(Vivendi) boxes. I almost bought a replacement Space Quest Collector Series fold top box a while ago but I abstained....my real SQ unicorn is the classic black box, though. It would be awesome if they designed the SpaceVenture box kind of like a Space Quest box. All black with a red and blue logo (maybe a different letterstyle, though). Or even maybe the "Rgoer Wilco in..." style boxes. could say "Ace Hardway in...." instead. Ah yes the proper first box design. I have the second edition with the ship on the front. I literally bought it on ebay for the box and contents as the version is for Atari ST! Space Quest IV was my favourite box design though, especially the slightly protruding artwork on the front. Aside from Space Quest, I recently picked up Willy Beamish again too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MusicallyInspired Posted December 22, 2016 Report Share Posted December 22, 2016 For some reason I can't find my Kerona Ale coupon or original manuals/reg cards. Stupid stupid stupid younger dumb me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sledgy Posted September 5, 2019 Author Report Share Posted September 5, 2019 SV won't be? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MusicallyInspired Posted September 5, 2019 Report Share Posted September 5, 2019 It's coming, don't worry. Voice actors were recently recorded. There are videos with interviews with them by Chris Pope. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rmcin329 Posted September 23, 2019 Report Share Posted September 23, 2019 Its good to hear the game is still on its way. Honestly i didn't find out about it, until a couple of years ago. So i'm just waiting for it to pop up on Steam then i'll purchase it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
disstress Posted February 16, 2020 Report Share Posted February 16, 2020 It is now 2020. I guess I lost hope that the game would be made around five years ago. I don't really mind that I backed the game and never got to play it. What I would really like is that they finally admit this project isn't going to come to fruition. Maybe even open source it and allow the community to finish it up. I hope everyone is in good health and all of the issues that plagued the production are now passed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tawmis Posted March 15, 2020 Report Share Posted March 15, 2020 On 2/16/2020 at 9:00 AM, disstress said: It is now 2020. I guess I lost hope that the game would be made around five years ago. I don't really mind that I backed the game and never got to play it. What I would really like is that they finally admit this project isn't going to come to fruition. Maybe even open source it and allow the community to finish it up. I hope everyone is in good health and all of the issues that plagued the production are now passed. I admit, Pope shutting down his Facebook and Twitter not to long ago, didn't send the best feeling in the world. Felt like someone who knows it's not working out. But at the same time, could just be someone who is tired of hearing "When is it coming out?" I am more than sure he wants this off his shoulders just as much as everyone else wants a copy of it. What probably started out as a fun idea has become a massive burden. As for health, if you follow Scott Murphy on Twitter, he posts frequent updates about his health issues. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sledgy Posted July 26, 2020 Author Report Share Posted July 26, 2020 Soon the beta will be released? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crandallonius Posted August 1, 2020 Report Share Posted August 1, 2020 It's finally happening! Who all backed at a high enough level to get the beta? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pcj Posted August 1, 2020 Report Share Posted August 1, 2020 I think I have. MusicallyInspired and crandallonius 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MusicallyInspired Posted August 1, 2020 Report Share Posted August 1, 2020 HECK yeah! crandallonius 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Revanian Posted August 1, 2020 Report Share Posted August 1, 2020 I could have sworn I signed up here. Could have sworn... I backed at the $30 level so beta time eventually for me as well. I'm quite excited, and this journey has been a real hoot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CavemanDCJ Posted January 7, 2021 Report Share Posted January 7, 2021 (edited) It is all over Edited January 7, 2021 by CavemanDCJ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CavemanDCJ Posted January 7, 2021 Report Share Posted January 7, 2021 Well it looks like it is over. We have been scammed and it is finally time to accept it. This game will never come out and all hope is lost i feel sorry for everyone who lost their money in this scam. I am not even angry i am just hugely disappointed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MusicallyInspired Posted January 7, 2021 Report Share Posted January 7, 2021 1 hour ago, CavemanDCJ said: Well it looks like it is over. We have been scammed and it is finally time to accept it. This game will never come out and all hope is lost i feel sorry for everyone who lost their money in this scam. I am not even angry i am just hugely disappointed. We are literally testing the beta right now. We as in the backers. My money ain't wasted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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