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The state of Project Lodus & Leviathan at E3!

Update #25 · Jun 10, 2013 · 2 comments

Greetings beastlings. Here we are again after a long period of quiet focus with a much needed update! With E3 upon us, we wanted to fill you in on where we're at and what we're doing to move forward. Thanks as always for believing in us, supporting Project Lodus, and for being patient!

As mentioned in the video, we will be at E3 soaking up the sights and having lots of meetings with people who can help make our dream happen. Follow Garrett, Hans, and Leviathan to keep up on our shenanigans!

Garrett - @iamthestatic

Hans - @BenHoliday

Leviathan Interactive - @LeviathanInt & facebook.com/LeviathanInteractive

Also, don't forget our forums!

Wish us luck at E3! And stay tuned for more good stuff.

-Leviathan Interactive

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WIP Screenshot Mockups!

Update #24 · Apr 10, 2013 · 3 comments

Art Director Garrett here. It's my birthday today! To celebrate I'm cracking the lid on a couple fresh pieces of art. I probably shouldn't be showing these this early on, but we're excited about them and I want to see what you think! These were done for GDC with the idea that we'd be able to show at a glance what our intention for the in-game feel would be. Lloyd Hoshide threw together the art in an incredibly short amount of time and I created a first pass at the basic UI over the top. With that in mind, I must call to your attention that almost definitely everything in these comps will change to some degree. The main things we wanted to get across are the in-game camera view, the general physical level building ideas, some first UI ideas, an instantly recognizable arpg feel, and the decidedly non-arpg feel of momentum mode. The orange-tinted one is what the in-game view would be after you've engaged momentum mode and are controlling your character in fully choreographed brutal combat. Let us know your thoughts! Full 1080p images on the forum post.

-Garrett Schultz & Leviathan Interactive

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Thank You

Update #23 · Feb 18, 2013 · comment

We just got word that Australia has been hit with Leviathan shirts, and with that we assume everyone should have theirs (unless customs has been mean to you). All the Leviathan shirt backers got the above graphic on a card with their package, but we also wanted to share this with all backers, regardless of level. Thanks again for supporting us both financially and emotionally! We value all of you so much.

We also know it's been fairly quiet around here. Rest assured that doesn't mean nothing is happening. There are many things in the works and we can't wait to talk about them if and when they come to fruition. Until then, remember you can still follow our periodic updates on our forums, Twitter, and Facebook.

The life of an indie dev isn't easy - especially early on when you're still trying to prove a concept. Thanks again for hanging with us on this awesome journey!

-Leviathan Interactive

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Leviathan Company T-shirts

Update #22 · Jan 22, 2013 · comment

(Bigger shirt pic here if you prefer.)

Our first reward to go out - Leviathan company T-shirts - is nearly ready! Those who backed us for $100 and above already got their surveys and filled them out. We'll be taking our final order to the printer tomorrow and should start the shipping process around the end of January.

The design will be printed on Hanes Nano shirts, which are a lot lighter and softer than, say, a Beefy T. We employees can't wait to wear them and we hope you'll enjoy them too!

-Leviathan Interactive

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*tap tap* Is this thing on?

Update #21 - For backers only · Dec 12, 2012 · 2 comments

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    11 backers

    Backer title and color on your username in our forums. + An exclusive Project Lodus digital wallpaper pack. + Your initials in the credits of the final game.

    Estimated delivery: Nov 2012
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    3 backers

    An exclusive digital download print-ready PDF book that will cover behind the scenes of the early development of the studio and include lots of cool concept art from Project Lodus. + Includes all previous unlimited reward tiers.

    Estimated delivery: Nov 2012
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    181 backers

    You asked and we answered! Get a digital copy of the game for free when it comes out. Keep in mind, with platform and publishing deals still up in the air this is not a 100% guarantee, but we’ll make sure you never get short-changed. + Includes all previous unlimited reward tiers.

    Estimated delivery: May 2014
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    91 backers

    Digital download of the Project Lodus original soundtrack when it is finished. + Your full name in the credits of the final game. + Includes all previous unlimited reward tiers.

    Estimated delivery: Oct 2013
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    31 backers

    Founder's Club title and color on your username in our forums. + Access to the special Founder's Club area of our forums where you'll get an even more in depth look at what we're working on. + Your full name and a Tweet length message (140 characters) in the credits of the final game. + Includes all previous unlimited reward tiers.

    Estimated delivery: Aug 2012
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    Access to our private playable beta. Regardless of release platforms, the beta will be on PC. + Includes all previous unlimited reward tiers.

    Estimated delivery: Nov 2013
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    43 backers

    The co-op gaming special! When the game comes out, get three more digital copies for free that you can give to your friends. Make sure you have buddies at your side when you first step onto planet Lodus. + Includes all previous unlimited reward tiers.

    Estimated delivery: May 2014
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    2 backers

    5"x7" mini print of a piece of concept art for Project Lodus signed by the artist. We'll print it on nice paper and ship it to you without a frame or mat. Add $15 for international shipping. + Includes all previous unlimited reward tiers.

    Estimated delivery: Nov 2012
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    9 backers

    Leviathan Interactive standard issue company t-shirt. You get to dress up like us! Not included: crippling obsession over "the pixels" or dark, sleepless eyes. Add $15 for international shipping. + Includes all previous unlimited reward tiers.

    Estimated delivery: Nov 2012
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    12 backers

    Access to the vertical slice private playtest on PC. This is the demo we would normally just show to potential investors. You'll get an unparallelled super early access to the portion of the game this Kickstarter directly funds and as a result you'll be the first group to give direct feedback on Project Lodus. + Includes all previous unlimited reward tiers.

    Estimated delivery: Jan 2013
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    11"x14" print of a piece of concept art for Project Lodus signed by the artist. We'll print it on nice paper and ship it to you without a frame or mat. Add $15 for international shipping. + Includes all previous unlimited reward tiers.

    Estimated delivery: Nov 2012
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    6 backers Limited (94 of 100 left)

    Your name will appear in a level as a part of the set dressing. Signage or graffiti art are good examples of how we might do this. We will decide how and where to put your name. Finding it will be half the fun! + Includes all previous unlimited reward tiers.

    Estimated delivery: May 2014
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    2 backers

    Exclusive Project Lodus supporter shirt. Will include art and a more elaborate print design. Add $15 for international shipping. + Includes all previous unlimited reward tiers.

    Estimated delivery: Nov 2012
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    3 backers Limited (17 of 20 left)

    Be immortalized as an NPC in Project Lodus. We will model an NPC's face after a picture of yours. Then we probably won't put a giant ridiculous hat on your character and name him Hattie McCrazysauce. Probably. + Includes all previous unlimited reward tiers.

    Estimated delivery: May 2014
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    0 backers Limited (250 of 250 left)

    Take the intro class at the Academy of Theatrical Combat on us. One-night crash course on the basics of fighting for stage, screen, and motion capture taught by Project Lodus's very own swordmasters! You must provide your own passage to the Los Angeles area. Sorry, no substitutions for those who can't make it out here. + Includes all previous unlimited reward tiers.

    Estimated delivery: Aug 2012
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    0 backers Limited (100 of 100 left)

    Exclusive Project Lodus supporter shirt. Will include art and a more elaborate print design. We will print your name on the shirt so your friends can't steal it and pretend to be the boss you are. Add $15 for international shipping. + Includes all previous unlimited reward tiers.

    Estimated delivery: Nov 2012
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    0 backers Limited (15 of 15 left)

    Private 2 hour lesson with our very own swordmasters - Jan Bryant and/or Dan Speaker. They'll teach you everything you need to know about looking like a pro with cutlass, broadsword, and quarterstaff. You must provide your own passage to the Los Angeles area. Sorry, no substitutions for those who can't make it out here. + Also includes the name-customized supporter shirt from the previous tier. + Includes all previous unlimited reward tiers.

    Estimated delivery: Nov 2012
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    0 backers Limited (15 of 15 left)

    Work with us to design a weapon that will appear in Project Lodus. We will organize a Skype session with you to meet about what your ideas are. We will have the final say in what the weapon looks like in-game to keep the integrity of our art direction, but we will try our best to stick with your direction. + Includes all previous unlimited reward tiers.

    Estimated delivery: Oct 2013
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    0 backers Limited (50 of 50 left)

    Be a part of a brainstorming session for a quest we are creating. A group discussion will take place in real time over Skype, with all of you helping us to decide on what we do. + Includes all previous unlimited reward tiers.

    Estimated delivery: May 2013
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    1 backer Limited (9 of 10 left)

    Get early Beta access to every Leviathan Interactive game ever. For life. 10 years from now, be the envy of every self-respecting gamer across the world. (See what we did there?) + Includes all previous unlimited reward tiers.

    Estimated delivery: Nov 2013
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    0 backers Limited (3 of 3 left)

    Work with us to design a weapon that will appear in Project Lodus and get a physical full-scale version of that weapon sent to you. Due to our inability to work with live electrical fields, the weapon will have to be limited to a mid level weapon or below. We will organize a Skype session with you to meet about what your ideas are. We will have the final say in what the weapon looks like in-game to keep the integrity of our art direction, but we will try our best to stick with your direction. This is for US backers only. + Includes all previous unlimited reward tiers.

    Estimated delivery: Oct 2013
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    0 backers Limited (3 of 3 left)

    The ultimate Leviathan experience. Come hang out with us for a day. We will show you what we're working on and discuss game design with you so you can have direct input into the game. We'll take you out to dinner and then we'll play some co-op with you. We can play Project Lodus and hang out for a game night. You must provide your own passage to the Los Angeles area, but you can bring one friend with you. + Includes the custom in-game and physical weapon from the previous tier. + Includes all previous unlimited reward tiers.

    Estimated delivery: May 2013