Less than 40 hours left...
We have less than 40 hours before our Kickstarter campaign ends, and what an incredible last month it has been. I am very anxious to start diverting all of my energies to production of the game itself. I am constantly asked about other projects I might consider, but for now it is Wasteland, Wasteland, Wasteland.
I hope you all had a chance to get a glimpse of the latest concept art from Andrée Wallin. Anyone who played the first Wasteland remembers the first time they ran into the Scorpitron, and this seemed the perfect enemy to prep up for the sequel. Scorpitron 2.0 is much more lethal than its predecessor.
Also we have spent some time thinking about and asking fans what we could put into the $30 tier to make it more interesting and to not disrupt what has already been offered. I think we have come up with an interesting list that may persuade a few people to upgrade. Based on your top requests and a forum poll we now offer the following as part of the $30 tier:
- An extra digital download of the game in any format. Many people wanted to be able to get a Mac AND a PC version, or PC and Linux, or even an extra PC version for a friend. Now you can.
- Access to a collection of exclusive Ranger portraits that will double the pool of character portraits you have to choose from at the start of the game when you are rolling up your Rangers. This unique image collection will not only give you more Ranger portraits, but more Ranger icons used to display your party location on the world map.
- Access to a four-episode Video Development Blog that will show you an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the design and development of Wasteland 2. Sit in on designer meetings and art-review meetings to see the process behind how the game is made. See interviews with Brian Fargo, Chris Avellone, Mike Stackpole, Alan Pavlish, and the rest of the development team as they explain to you what they are doing and why they are doing it.
- A novella by Chris Avellone based on the universe of Wasteland.
Of course, all backers who are in at higher levels will also get all of these added items too.
Also we will have a live streaming party on Monday night (16th) from 10pm-12am EDT to celebrate the green light of production on the game. Our Kickstarter does not close until 5am the next morning, but we wanted to get some of our friends and family together to celebrate this little bit of history and share it with you. On attendance will be Nolan Bushnell the founder of Atari, Chris Avellone and a few other surprise guests. We will be answering questions received through live chat on the TwitchTV stream as well as from Facebook fans. I will tweet the URL Monday afternoon as well as post it here on Kickstarter.
Thanks again for all the support and faith....
Brian Fargo
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Pledge $15 or more
32778 backers
Digital Downloadable copy of game DRM free for PC or MAC OSX or Linux. This low price only available for those who helped fund. Also your party will start with a unique and quirky skill. (It won't affect game balance.)
Estimated delivery: Oct 2013Pledge $30 or more
8828 backers
Previous reward + Downloadable DRM free digital soundtrack by Mark Morgan and digital WASTELAND 2 CONCEPT ART BOOK + Extra Digital Downloadable copy of game DRM free for PC or MAC OSX or Linux + Exclusive Ranger portrait collection + Access to Four episode Video Dev Blog. Also receive a Novella on the Wasteland 2 world created by Chris Avellone.
Estimated delivery: Oct 2013Pledge $50 or more
7967 backers
One digital copy and one full LARGE BOXED COPY OF WASTELAND 2, complete with worn cloth game map and old school instruction book. Also features the digital soundtrack and digital concept art book from previous award. Also receive an early release episodic Novella (Part 1) on the Wasteland 2 world created by Mike Stackpole, a member of the original Wasteland story team. The Novella will give hints and clues being built into the actual Wasteland 2 game. (Please add $15 for international shipping)
Estimated delivery: Oct 2013Pledge $55 or more
2274 backers
THE INTERNATIONAL FRIENDLY ALL DIGITAL PACKAGE! You get one digital copy of the game DRM free for PC, Mac or Linux, digital soundtrack, digital concept art book, episodic novella part 1 and 2, and premiere access to an early playable beta on steam. This comes with no physical goods to help with VAT, duty and shipping costs for our international fans!
Estimated delivery: Oct 2013Pledge $75 or more
1130 backers
$50 pledge + Early release episodic Novella (Part 2) on the Wasteland 2 world created by Mike Stackpole, a NYT bestselling author and member of the original Wasteland team. Also, get PREMIER ACCESS TO AN EARLY PLAYABLE BETA ON STEAM. (Please add $15 for international shipping)
Estimated delivery: Oct 2013Pledge $100 or more
5218 backers
Previous reward + COLLECTOR'S EDITION PREMIUM BOXED VERSION which of course contains map and instruction book. But additionally comes with Wasteland miniature, Wasteland 2 faction badge. Also get your name in the credits in a special thanks section. The premium box replaces the standard box but also comes with a digital copy of the game. (Please add $15 for international shipping)
Estimated delivery: Oct 2013Pledge $150 or more
407 backers
The $100 reward + a backer-only WASTELAND 2 T-SHIRT. You will get to select between one of four shirts. The T-shirt will not be available anywhere else. (Please add $15 for international shipping)
Estimated delivery: Oct 2013Pledge $150 or more
776 backers
The $100 reward + a limited edition numbered collectible coin, a WASTELAND 2 POSTER and one large boxed copy. (Please add $15 for international shipping)
Estimated delivery: Oct 2013Pledge $250 or more
1200 backers Limited (300 of 1500 left)
One $150 reward + your boxed collectors edition copy of the game will be AUTOGRAPHED BY BRIAN FARGO, ALAN PAVLISH, MIKE STACKPOLE, CHRIS AVELLONE and other key development team members. You will also receive 2 digital download copies (so you can leave your collectors edition sealed up!) and a lv1 Desert Ranger medal of honor (real metal medal) limited edition collectible. (Please add $15 for international shipping)
Estimated delivery: Oct 2013Pledge $500 or more
172 backers Limited (328 of 500 left)
Previous reward + WASTELAND DOOMSDAY PREPARATION SURVIVAL KIT. All your doomsday needs in a themed Wasteland collectible bag. You’ll also receive a lv2 Desert Ranger medal of honor limited edition collectible. (Please add $15 for international shipping)
Estimated delivery: Oct 2013Pledge $1,000 or more
147 backers Limited (53 of 200 left)
Previous reward + BECOME AN NPC, WEAPON, OR LOCATION in the Wasteland 2 world! We will get your name and (if relevant) a picture of you to add your general likeness to the actual shipped game. Brag to your friends and beg them not to take you out with a Meson Cannon. You’ll also receive 5 digital copies of the game and a lv3 Desert Ranger medal of honor limited edition collectible.
Estimated delivery: Oct 2013Pledge $2,000 or more
2 backers Limited (23 of 25 left)
YOU GET TO PLACE A PERSONALIZED COLLECTIBLE ARTIFACT IN OUR WORLD and write its backstory! It could be anything from an engagement ring to a teddy bear. We will have 100 of these rare and semi rare items that can be found throughout the Wasteland 2 world. When collected, all players will learn about the personal touch that you added to the world. You'll also receive a signed Collector's Edition, boxed version and 8 digital copies of the game to do what you'd like with, in addition to a lv4 Desert Ranger medal of honor limited edition collectible. (This does not include NPC/Weapon/Location as well)
Estimated delivery: Oct 2013Pledge $2,500 or more
13 backers Limited (12 of 25 left)
BECOME AN NPC, WEAPON, OR LOCATION AND PLACE A PERSONALIZED COLLECTIBLE ARTIFACT IN OUR WORLD and write its backstory! You'll also receive a signed Collector's Edition, boxed version and 10 digital copies of the game to do what you'd like with, in addition to a lv4 Desert Ranger medal of honor limited edition collectible.
Estimated delivery: Oct 2013Pledge $5,000 or more
9 backers Limited (6 of 15 left)
Previous reward + We will BUILD A STATUE, in your honor. After getting a picture of you, we will carefully craft this in game statue. You are now forever a part of Wasteland history. At this level, we will also sign and frame actual original concept art from the game. With 30 digital copies of Wasteland 2, you will be a hit with your friends. You will also receive a lv5 Desert ranger medal of honor limited edition collectible and AN EXPLODED BLOOD SAUSAGE Wasteland limited signed and numbered collectible figurine. (for the game, you'll get 1 signed collectors edition and 30 digital copies)
Estimated delivery: Oct 2013Pledge $10,000 or more
12 backers Limited (4 of 16 left)
Previous reward + COME TO AN EXCLUSIVE PRIVATE PARTY hosted by Brian Fargo, Alan Pavlish and other key members of the Wasteland team (must be able to travel to Newport Beach, CA). Talk design, previous works or anything else you’d like to discuss. Also, a shrine in Wasteland 2 will be erected in your honor. You’ll receive 50 copies of the game to do what you want and our deep appreciation. You'll also receive a medal and AN EXPLODED BLOOD SAUSAGE Wasteland limited signed and numbered collectible figurine.
Estimated delivery: Oct 2013
Comments
Creator Jonathan Orr on April 15, 2012
Exclusive Ranger portrait collection and Access to Four episode Video Dev Blog? Holding back content (even a small amount) from most of your pledgers isn't nice Mr. Fargo. I thought you were better then that.
Creator Shannon Shea on April 15, 2012
@0nibaku - Yes they do, he says at the end "Of course, all backers who are in at higher levels will also get all of these added items too."
Creator Nameless Knightshark on April 15, 2012
@Michael
I think the complaint is that at $15 you only get a copy for one OS. E.g. i own a pc and a macbook, and whenever possible I install my games on both plattforms. I don't buy games twice to do so. For the sake of peace inxile could be more generous on this one, but personally i don't care as i pledged for a higher tier.
Creator Rune on April 15, 2012
+1 for dev blogs and extra portraits -10 for OS segregation
Creator Ivan P. on April 15, 2012
Do $55 backers get these rewards? Stupid question, but I really don't understand…
Creator Michael Gradin on April 15, 2012
For the complainers ... I'm confused.
Is the complaint that for $30, you "only" get two digital copies of the game, DRM free, in your choice of PC, Mac, or Linux version, a unique skill, DRM free audio, the digital concept art book, extra ranger portraits, video dev blog, and a novella?
Creator Ben Waxman PA-C on April 15, 2012
Fargo = da man. Unbelievable rewards. Most of us are happy purely for a chance to be part of Wasteland 2 and see this project come to life. The rest is just gravy! Thanks much!
Creator Jesse Chounard on April 15, 2012
Video dev blogs? You just earned an upgrade to $30 from me! :)
Creator Ed Boucher on April 15, 2012
You'd most likely get an influx of cash if you made the documentary available for the $15 tier- or indeed just gave it away free.
Creator AJ on April 15, 2012
Yeah, all versions of the game should be available to all backers. Come on guys, it's not like you didn't get nearly 3 times what you asked for :)
Creator Garret Buell on April 15, 2012
I didn't realize I was only going to be able to download the game on either my Mac or my PC at the $15 tier. I'm not upgrading to $30 and I am strongly considering canceling my backing.
Creator Andrew on April 15, 2012
Yeah extra portraits and even more the dev blog bumped me to 30$
Creator Jonathon Wisnoski on April 15, 2012
I don't know why you are making people choose their OS version of the game.
Why should someone have to buy two copies of the same game if they want to be able to play it on their macbook and home PC or buy a second copy if they decide to upgrade and do not stick with the same OS type.
And for the 10 sales this move would cost you, you make everyone one who purchases the game so much happier (Meaning: Having all versions of the game available to every purchaser is not really practical (most people are not going to use more then one, even if they have computers of more then one type), but it is just common courtesy and the feelings generated are very real.
Creator John Romero on April 15, 2012
(not that John Romero)
Creator Chuman on April 15, 2012
Already was at the $30 level, and am happy with the additions. The idea of Avellone writing a novella is pretty awesome.
Creator John Romero on April 15, 2012
Huh! You had me with the soundtrack! Thanks for the upgraded goodies!
Creator Mitchell Sutton on April 15, 2012
An extra downloadable copy? As in a second one if we are at the $50 tier?
Creator Curtis Jirsa on April 15, 2012
Just doubled my pledge to $30. Thanks for the extra incentive!
Creator Jesper Stemann Wolfhagen on April 15, 2012
Great tier upgrade! Here's another $15 from me!
Creator David on April 15, 2012
Bumped my $15 to $30!
Congratulations!
Creator John Jackman on April 15, 2012
just upped my pledge
Creator Charlie Quinn on April 15, 2012
Hey, thanks for the update and tier upgrade! I can't bloody wait for this to get underway! Come on, girls and guys, make your $15 a $30!
Creator Tanglebones on April 15, 2012
Holy crap! A novella by Chris Avellone too!? Am I dead? Is this heaven?
Creator DerBonk on April 15, 2012
Oh yes, please record it! I have raised my pledge. I may be hurting financially right now, but I know that I won't mind some Ramen for a week or two if I can get a look behind the scenes during development. Great incentives, very well executed on the whole, I dare say.
Creator Zed, Backer of RPGs and Incline on April 15, 2012
Wow even more goodies :)
Creator Charles Alvis on April 15, 2012
Now is the time for the 15 dollar backers to double up!
Creator Drovek on April 15, 2012
And... pledge upped!
Good luck in the project, Brian, Chris, and everybody else!
Creator trisenk on April 15, 2012
Please please please record the celebration so that backers from other continents can watch it without a sleepless night ;)
Creator Michael Daubenspeck on April 15, 2012
I think the big question is what will it take for people at the $15 tier to double up and go $30? Hell, $30 is a great value for this game to begin with. The scope of the game is probably at least on par with the "other" Fallouts, and Oblivion, so you have hundreds of hours of entertainment for something that you would be paying $60 in the store for.
Come on people, examine what this is worth and pony up. And yes, I am in on the $150 level because that is what this game is worth to me.
Creator John Alvarado on April 15, 2012
@emperor25, did you start the process on Kickstarter through the blue "MANAGE YOUR PLEDGE" button at the top of the tiers description column? If you did and still have trouble with Amazon, it could be something you need to resolve with Amazon directly. If you can't resolve the issue with Amazon in time, then you can also pay the difference through PayPal on the wasteland page instead, and we'll get you sorted out based on your total pledge.
Creator Espen Flatmo on April 15, 2012
Sounds like I'll be geting an early start on Tuesday, 04:00 am ^^
(cest - time)
Creator kovike on April 15, 2012
I have never played original Wasteland, but I LOVE your other work. It would be dumb not to increase my pledge with this new reward! ;)
Creator Sean Long on April 15, 2012
Oh gods, I still have nightmares about the Scorpitron. I just ended up giving that entire section of L.A. a wide, WIDE berth ... like, forever. O_O
Creator Ant_ on April 15, 2012
Fargo took Smooth Talker perk.
Creator Sergey Klimov on April 15, 2012
Can you open format of data files of first wasteland? I bet there is bunch of guys (including myself) who can make open source remake, based on data format
Creator Rocketlauncher on April 15, 2012
Like the artwork, really dislike that you're cutting content.
Creator Michael Matzat on April 15, 2012
Hmm, if i get my tax money i might up to 30$. Mostly because of the documentary.
Creator Tegan Garland on April 15, 2012
Okay I'm sold, upping my contribution.
Creator Kevin Behrendt on April 15, 2012
Sounds really good, also I would wish that in the 50$ package there would be something more physical besides the manual and map. I think many would pledge 50$ if there would be some things like the paragraph book in the first Wasteland or the soundtrack on disc.
Creator Josh Robinson on April 15, 2012
Awesome! I bet we hit $3m for sure now. So many people are gonna upgrade. I know i did.
Creator Nick Kaufer on April 15, 2012
Any chance the wrap video will be recorded so that those of us who will be unable to watch can still see it?
Creator Matt Guimond on April 15, 2012
Awesome news, this just keeps getting better and better. Bitchen artwork too!!! Good luck on the game, and enjoy the party. I really hope we are seeing the start of a new revolution in the game industry.
Creator Nameless Knightshark on April 15, 2012
I'm still curious about the $100 Collectors Edition. Will it be available in retail sale or is it a Kickstarter exclusive thing? A $100 are quite a lot of money, but you know how it is with RP gamers and unique artifacts... :p
Creator emperor25 on April 15, 2012
Amazon is stopping me from upping my pledge.
Creator Draevos on April 15, 2012
Yay, more stuff!
Creator Joseph on April 15, 2012
I hope you guys consider doing "The complete Wasteland 2 Vision Document in digital form" I got extremely excited about seeing this!
Creator war3rd on April 15, 2012
OK, you just talked me into upping my pledge. :)
Creator Yakov Somov on April 15, 2012
Plzz add rissian lang in to the game. A lot of fans of your games in Russia.
Creator Joshua Megerman on April 15, 2012
I don't really need to be able to download both Linux AND something else, but if I can give a copy to a friend I'm not going to argue :)
Creator Elliott on April 15, 2012
Would you mind updating the FAQ for the reward tiers?