Hello everyone! Words can’t express how excited we all are to finally be releasing the first platformed version of SpaceVenture. Before I get started here, it’s very important that if you haven’t already read the last update, you do that now. A lot of questions you may have were addressed in that last update. Here is a link so you can read it now: CLICK HERE
As with the last update, we would like to do a quick FAQ:
Q: When can we expect to receive the download info?
A: Before midnight Pacific time. Be sure to look at your timezone in comparison with Pacific time.
Q: Who will be receiving download information?
A: All $15 and up Kickstarter and Paypal backers that were not given a refund will be receiving download information today
Q. Which operating system will SpaceVenture be released for today?
A: The release today is for Windows. Information on the other platforms can be found in the previous Kickstarter update linked above
Q: What if we would like to report bugs/issues that we find along the way?
A: The email you receive today will contain information on how to report stuff to us. We will not be looking for bug information in the Kickstarter comments.
Q: What about the backers that gave enough to receive in-game digital rewards as mentioned in the last update?
A: See info below
Q: When will the game be on Steam and possibly other online stores?
A: Hopefully soon, but we don’t have a specific date. That is what we will begin working on after today. We are putting together a trailer for the game and also planning to add some fun achievements that you can earn. Backers will receive Steam keys and the game will be available for purchase to the public as well.
Q: Do you have a press kit we could share?
A: This is the backer only release of SpaceVenture. When we go live with it in online stores, we plan to do a lot of press and promotion related activities and should have lots of info to share.
IN GAME BACKER REWARDS
We have had a lot of fun putting the finishing touches on these in the past few weeks. So how did it all turn out?
Your name in the credits: $100 and up backers will see their name or alias in the credits. Once you beat the game and the credits have scrolled, you will see a “Credits” button appear on the game menu and you can watch your name gloriously scroll up the screen until your heart’s content 🙂
Fan/Name Vanity Cards: $500 and up backers were able to have their name and a tagline added to a “Backer Card” in the game. As Ace Hardway, you’ll have access to a PDA. The PDA has apps! One of the apps you’ll start out the game with is called “Backer Cards”. The App will not be available to use until you have built Ace’s ship and flown out into space. Here’s a hint, try shooting stuff with your ship. Also, one of the fun things about SpaceVenture is that you’ll be able to revisit a lot of the previous areas you’ve explored in the game. Even after you beat the game and the credits have rolled you can do this. In fact, to collect all the Backer Cards, you’ll have to beat the game and revisit a few scenes.
Here is a look at the Backer Cards mechanic:
Wall of Fame: $750 and higher backers got to have a photo posted on the Wall of Fame area of the game. You’ll encounter this area at Nurbs Landing!
Name a star in the game: $5000 and up backers got to name a star in the game. As you fly around in the various areas of space, you’ll see large stars, give them a look!
So this is it everyone. Be on the lookout for that email later today (Sept 16th 2022). We are thrilled for you all to finally get to play this game and hope you’ll enjoy it. Thank you all again for your patience over the years.
WHILE YOU’RE WAITING ON THAT EMAIL, WE’D RECOMMEND YOU CHECK THESE OUT!
KEN AND ROBERTA WILLIAMS ARE MAKING A NEW GAME
Just in case you’re out of the loop, we wanted to do a shout out to Ken and Roberta Williams along with our friend Marcus Mera. They are knee deep into remaking the game “Colossal Cave” into a new 3D/VR adventure game. We are really excited for them and can’t wait to play their new game!
Please go check it out when you have some time!
RON GILBERT’S RETURN TO MONKEY ISLAND IS COMING SEPTEMBER 19TH!
We love Ron’s work and wanted to do a shout out to him and his team for the release of the new upcoming Monkey Island game. We can’t wait to play it and hope you all will check it out as well!
https://returntomonkeyisland.com/
