Video Links #1: Here are a couple of video links you may enjoy! (more to come)
We will be sharing the occasional video link about Sword of Fargoal, Sword of Fargoal 2, and their history — starting with this first update post. Recently we got a nice video from a fan (Nick K.), and he said it was OK for us to post here!
In addition, we thought you might enjoy viewing Matt Chat, Episode #40 from December 4, 2009 where Matt Barton recalls the game and asks me (Jeff McCord) some questions about how it came into being. For further reading you can even check out Matt's excellent & thorough 2006 review of the original version of the game.
Finally, here is another screen shot from the game that you might enjoy: It shows the Hero having just hurled a Toxic Gas Flask at a Hobgoblin with a cool visual effect!

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- First created · 72 backed
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- Website: fargoal.com
Pledge $1 or more
24 backers
“VILLAGER” LEVEL. Our sincerest thanks because every little bit helps. We’ll also send you an exclusive Fargoal 2 wallpaper designed by Emmy award-winning animator Charlie Canfield. Plus a pledge at this level unlocks access to the Fargoal T-shirt shop where you can get an exclusive Kickstarter-edition Fargoal 2 design. And you’ll get early notification about Sword of Fargoal 2’s availability and a special thanks at our website fargoal.com.
Estimated delivery: May 2013Pledge $8 or more
201 backers
“SQUIRE” LEVEL. Get the all-new Sword of Fargoal 2 mobile version for iOS (iPhone/iPad Universal). You also get a DRM-free version of the Sword of Fargoal 2 soundtrack featuring a score by Daniel Pemberton (BBC, LittleBIGPlanet). We’ll also send you the exclusive Fargoal 2 wallpaper designed by animator Charlie Canfield, plus our great appreciation for your support!
Estimated delivery: May 2013Pledge $15 or more
179 backers
“ADEPT” LEVEL. Get the all-new Sword of Fargoal 2 desktop version (Mac/PC/Linux). You also get a DRM-free version of the Sword of Fargoal 2 soundtrack featuring a score by Daniel Pemberton (BBC, LittleBIGPlanet). We’ll also send you the exclusive Fargoal 2 wallpaper designed by animator Charlie Canfield. And our “Thank You” too!
Estimated delivery: May 2013Pledge $19 or more
323 backers Limited (677 of 1000 left)
“VANGUARD” LEVEL. Get in early and save! The first 1,000 earlybirds get everything at the $25 JOURNEYMAN LEVEL for less. Wow! What a deal!!
Estimated delivery: May 2013Pledge $25 or more
48 backers
“JOURNEYMAN” LEVEL. For those who want to provide input on the last 20% of the game, this level gives you access to a special backer-only forum so you can make suggestions and get behind-the-scenes peeks into our development process. Plus you also get the PDF version of our lush Sword of Fargoal 2 game book with design notes, lore, photos, history, developer bios, excerpts from the game’s script, deep dark secrets, and other cool “making of” goodies. Of course you’ll also get the Sword of Fargoal 2 game (you’ll specify either the iOS Universal version for iPad and iPhone OR the desktop version for Mac/PC/Linux), the Sword of Fargoal 2 soundtrack, and the exclusive Fargoal 2 wallpaper.
Estimated delivery: May 2013Pledge $29 or more
201 backers
“RANGER” LEVEL. By popular demand, we've added a way to target ALL of our game versions listed here in Ranger level! Now you can supersize the JOURNEYMAN level for just $4 more and get *both* versions of the game: iOS Universal (for iPad/iPhone) AND Desktop (Mac/PC/Linux). Plus if we hit our $110K stretch-goal and make an Android version, we'll throw that it as well (only included if we reach that level). Of course you also get everything else in the JOURNEYMAN LEVEL: Backer-only forum access, a PDF version of our "making of" game book, the soundtrack, and the exclusive wallpaper. That's a great range of rewards, Ranger!
Estimated delivery: May 2013Pledge $35 or more
16 backers
“FUZZY WEREBEAR” LEVEL. Stretch-goal only. This is for people who want plushies and nothing but plushies (you know who you are!). And this level is only valid if we exceed our funding and make it to the stretch goal of $87K. If we do, we’re making plushies! And you’re getting the very first ones! Plus (as a group) you’ll decide which character will make it to plushihood. Will it be the Hero? The Werebear? The Dwarf? The All-Star Linebacker? (no, not that one). If we don’t achieve enough funding to make this stretch goal, we’ll automatically bump you up to the $50 level, so it’s a win-win situation. Note: international addresses please add $15 for shipping.
Estimated delivery: May 2013Pledge $50 or more
61 backers
“ROGUE” LEVEL. Wear your love for Fargoal on your sleeve — or at least on your chest with an exclusive backer-only T-shirt design by Charlie Canfield. You’ll get the T-shirt sent to your US address free (or to international addresses for $15 more). Plus you’ll get BETA ACCESS to the desktop game as we develop it. And of course you’ll get all the other goodies: the Sword of Fargoal 2 game (both the iOS Universal version for iPad and iPhone AND the desktop version for Mac/PC/Linux), the Sword of Fargoal 2 soundtrack, the Fargoal 2 wallpaper, a PDF version of the game book, and access to the backer-only forum.
Estimated delivery: May 2013Pledge $75 or more
29 backers
“DARK WARRIOR” LEVEL. Stretch-goal only. SUPER SECRET FARGOAL PROJECT “X” shall be yours! This level is only valid if we exceed our funding and make it to the stretch goal of $140K. If we don’t achieve enough funding to make this stretch goal, we’ll automatically bump you up to the $100 level (even if that level is sold out). Plus, you will be “first in line” on the list to pre-order SUPER SECRET FARGOAL PROJECT “X” if it gets funded separately at a future date (separate purchase will be required since your current support will apply to the $100 reward level). Note: international addresses please add $15 for shipping.
Estimated delivery: Jul 2013Pledge $100 or more
44 backers Limited (206 of 250 left)
“ADVENTURER” LEVEL. Only 250 backers can get in on this level. And those lucky few like you will get a limited collector’s edition 8x10 archival ink print of the Fargoal 2 game artwork (suitable for framing), signed by Charlie Canfield and Jeff McCord, plus you will be immortalized in the credits of all versions of the game. This is an amazing way to show the world that you helped Sword of Fargoal 2 happen. Plus you’ll get BETA ACCESS to the desktop game as we develop it. And of course you’ll get all the other goodies: the Sword of Fargoal 2 game (both the iOS Universal version for iPad and iPhone AND the desktop version for Mac/PC/Linux), the Sword of Fargoal 2 soundtrack, the Fargoal 2 wallpaper, a PDF version of the game book, a SoF2 T-shirt, and access to the backer-only forum.
Estimated delivery: May 2013Pledge $250 or more
20 backers Limited (30 of 50 left)
“MONSTER SLAYER” LEVEL. Want to be an Associate Producer of Sword of Fargoal 2? Only 50 backers can get in on this level. Why? Because those 50 will get a printed 24x36 super limited-edition retro-style Sword of Fargoal poster, as well as a limited collector’s edition 8x10 archival ink print of the game artwork, signed by Charlie Canfield and Jeff McCord. That’s not all. There’s more printed deliciousness with a lavishly-bound print version of the Sword of Fargoal game book. Plus you’ll get immortalized as an Associate Producer in the credits for all versions of the game, beta access, the Sword of Fargoal 2 game (both the iOS Universal version for iPad and iPhone AND the desktop version for Mac/PC/Linux), the Sword of Fargoal 2 soundtrack, the Fargoal 2 wallpaper, a SoF2 T-shirt, and access to the backer-only forum.
Estimated delivery: May 2013Pledge $500 or more
5 backers All gone!
“HERO” LEVEL. We’re looking for five (and only five!) heroes to help out at this level. You’ll work directly with Sword of Fargoal founder Jeff McCord and co-creator Paul Pridham to come up with a name and description of a new monster, treasure, or weapon in the game. You’ll also get a rare mini Sword of Fargoal letter opener made just for this campaign. And of course you’ll get all the Associate Producer perks: a printed retro-style Sword of Fargoal poster, a limited-edition print of the game artwork, a lavishly-bound print version of the Sword of Fargoal game book. Plus you’ll get immortalized as an Associate Producer in the credits for all versions of the game, beta access, the Sword of Fargoal 2 game (both the iOS Universal version for iPad and iPhone AND the desktop version for Mac/PC/Linux), the Sword of Fargoal 2 soundtrack, the exclusive Fargoal 2 wallpaper, a SoF2 T-shirt, and access to the backer-only forum.
Estimated delivery: May 2013Pledge $1,000 or more
2 backers Limited (8 of 10 left)
“RETRO” LEVEL. Are you a RETRO Commodore 64 game lover? Always keeping your eye out for your own C64 system to play all the old games on? We have managed to do what is seemingly *impossible*: We've put together ten (10) original Commodore 64 systems, complete with the C64 computer and the 1541 floppy disk drive, PLUS a copy of the original C64 version of "Sword of Fargoal" on a new floppy disk. It will be packed professionally and shipped to you in the US at no additional cost (International shipping extra). This system *does not* include the original monitor, but we will provide you with a resource where you can purchase a cable suitable for viewing on your television set. In addition to this reward, you’ll be immortalized as an Associate Producer in the credits for all versions of the game, receiving the following perks: a printed retro-style Sword of Fargoal poster, a limited-edition print of the game artwork, a lavishly-bound print version of the Sword of Fargoal game book, beta access, the Sword of Fargoal 2 game (both the iOS Universal version for iPad and iPhone AND the desktop version for Mac/PC/Linux), the Sword of Fargoal 2 soundtrack, the exclusive Fargoal 2 wallpaper, a SoF2 T-shirt, and access to the backer-only forum.
Estimated delivery: May 2013Pledge $2,500 or more
1 backer Limited (4 of 5 left)
“LEGEND” LEVEL. Jeff and Paul want to speak with five people directly and you could be one of them. Backers at this amazing “Legend” level will spend 30 minutes on a Skype call with Jeff and Paul to talk about the game (or anything else you want to discuss). You’ll also get a custom portrait of YOU as a hero drawn by Charlie Canfield. And one of the songs in the official Sword of Fargoal 2 soundtrack will be named after you. You’ll also work directly with Sword of Fargoal founder Jeff McCord and co-creator Paul Pridham to come up with a name and description of a new monster, treasure, or weapon in the game. You’ll get the rare mini Sword of Fargoal letter opener. And of course you’ll get all the Associate Producer perks: a printed retro-style Sword of Fargoal poster, a limited-edition print of the game artwork, a lavishly-bound print version of the Sword of Fargoal game book. Plus you’ll get immortalized as an Associate Producer in the credits for all versions of the game, beta access, the Sword of Fargoal 2 game (both the iOS Universal version for iPad and iPhone AND the desktop version for Mac/PC/Linux), the Sword of Fargoal 2 soundtrack, the exclusive Fargoal 2 wallpaper, a SoF2 T-shirt, and access to the backer-only forum.
Estimated delivery: May 2013Pledge $10,000 or more
0 backers Limited (1 of 1 left)
“EPIC HERO” LEVEL. There can be only one Epic Hero backer — just like there can be only one Sword of Fargoal. And if you pledge at this level, the real-life Sword will be yours. That’s right, an actual broadsword with semi-precious stones in the hilt, designed just for this campaign, will be bestowed upon you by Jeff McCord himself in person. Jeff will also make a personal appearance at dinner, a convention, or other event of your choosing in the USA (travel extra). In addition to the one-and-only true Sword of Fargoal, you’ll receive Producer credit in all versions of the game, the orginal artwork of the Fargoal poster, an extremely rare autographed boxed version of the original C64 Sword of Fargoal game. Plus an actual vintage Commodore 64 (C64) computer, 1541 disk drive, and monitor! If you’re our Epic Hero backer, you will also get a 30 minute Skype call with Jeff and Paul, a custom portrait of YOU as a hero drawn by Charlie Canfield, and one of the songs in the official Sword of Fargoal 2 soundtrack will be named after you. You’ll also work directly with Jeff & Paul to come up with a name and description of a new monster, treasure, or weapon in the game. You’ll get the rare mini Sword of Fargoal letter opener. And of course you’ll get all the Associate Producer perks: a printed retro-style Sword of Fargoal poster, a limited-edition print of the game artwork, a lavishly-bound print version of the Sword of Fargoal game book. Plus you’ll get beta access, the Sword of Fargoal 2 game (both the iOS Universal version for iPad and iPhone AND the desktop version for Mac/PC/Linux), the Sword of Fargoal 2 soundtrack, the exclusive Fargoal 2 wallpaper, a SoF2 T-shirt, and access to the backer-only forum. You basically get it all. Plus our undying gratitude.
Estimated delivery: May 2013
Comments
Creator Fargoal, LLC on September 22, 2012
Enjoy!!!
— Jeff
Creator Andrew Nicholls on September 22, 2012
Oh yeah! Didn't know there was an iOS version... downloading on my touch now :D WOOHOO!
Creator Fargoal, LLC on September 21, 2012
Thanks Nick!
— Jeff McCord
Creator Nick Kent on September 17, 2012
I'm excessively pleased and honored to talk about how much Sword of Fargoal rocked my world. I was born in '76 which means I was but a wee boy when I first started Fargoaling. Looking back it's amazing how much I learned about gaming and RPG'ing. Heck... Fargoal is where I learned the word "beacon"! While I always enjoyed jumping into hardcore RPGs like Wizardry and Bard's Tale, I always came back to Fargoal for simply pure fun. Fargoal rocks and hasn't lost an ounce of awesomeness with age, which is and extremely rare achievement for a videogame.
Thanks for sharing so much with us Jeff!