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Update #43 · Jul 10, 2012 · 14 comments

Greetings Mutant League! 

Production for "Project Fedora" is underway and things are going great. Currently, we are working on the expansion of Chandler Avenue and even discussing casting choices for "Fedora." If you haven't already, please vote here on what new locations you would like to see on Chandler and be sure to leave a comment about name suggestions for new locations. We will be asking for suggestions and ideas throughout the production so that we can incorporate them into the game. Be sure to participate - we may use one of your suggestions!

Also, since we exceeded our funding goal and will now create a bigger, broader game - it has altered our timeline a bit to accommodate the new additions to the game. Right now, it is set up to take one full production year before its release (12-14 months). So, delays suck but it will also mean a better game.
Also, since a boxed copy of the game is included in the physical items, the physical items will need to be shipped with the release of the game. But don't worry - we plan on putting all sorts of downloadable goodies on www.BigFinishGames.com to occupy your time until the game is finished and all the physical items arrive. We will have an updated timeline available on our Big Finish site. 

We still are waiting to get surveys back. If you haven't yet, please fill out your Kickstarter or PayPal survey.

If you were a Tex Murphy backer and you haven't already, please sign up for an official Big Finish Games account using the same email address you used for your Kickstarter & PayPal. We will be opening up a "Backers Only" section very soon where we will update you with "behind the scenes" information as production progresses. This production blog will give backers the nitty-gritty details of how games get made including speed bumps, triumphs, and random happenings that occur throughout the process of game making.
I will be on a panel at Comic-Con this Saturday, July 14 along with Oded Sharon (developer for Leisure Suit Larry), Chris Pope (Two Guys from Andromeda: SpaceVenture), Jordan Weisman (Shadowrun), and Chris Avellone (Wasteland 2)!!! If you're going to Comic-Con, we'd love to have you there! 



Thanks,
Chris

EDIT: We are still working on our delivery timeline. We will post it as an update when it is more solidified. Thanks!

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Update #42 -- Fedoras and Memorabilia!

Update #42 · Jun 25, 2012 · 27 comments

Greetings Mutant League-
Check out the sample for our official Tex Murphy Fedora – We just received it today! The Robot sure enjoys it!

If you haven’t done so already, sign up for an official Big Finish Games account using the same email you used for your Kickstarter or Paypal pledge. (This helps us verify that you were a backer, and will let you have access to “Behind the Scenes” info during our production!)
The deadline to enter for the Tex Murphy Memorabilia drawing will be Wednesday June 27th, after which, the Paypal will be closed until Monday July 2nd.
We will be drawing winners for the Tex Memorabilia raffle Thursday June 28th. We will contact winners via email, so be sure to check your email to claim your prize!
We have more exciting news in July – be sure to check the Big Finish Games website and Facebook for the latest information! 

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Whew - Week 1

Update #41 · Jun 20, 2012 · 68 comments

Greetings Mutant League!

Wow! Has it really been less than a week since our Kickstarter ended? We've jumped right into production on Project Fedora and we want to thank you all for your generosity and support to make this possible. We are excited, thrilled, and still in a bit of shock that we are actually in development for the next Tex Murphy game. The great news is that since we have surpassed our Kickstarter goal, it will expand and broaden the Project Fedora game. However, this will change our estimated delivery date. We are in the process of updating our delivery dates for all of the incentives and we will have a document available next week about when to expect the incentives.

We have really loved being part of the Kickstarter community and we hope to carry over all the great backer interaction into the development process of Project Fedora. You guys have been so positive throughout the campaign - and on top of that, you guys are hysterical (The "Tex Murphy Musical" themes had us laughing all morning). We want to continue having your input throughout the process.


In fact, you can participate right now by voting on your top 3 choices of new business establishments for Chandler Avenue. The survey can be found here.


We also hope to do more "Google+ Broadcasts" as we continue throughout development.


Many people at the $500+ tiers have asked about where to submit their photos. We will contact you guys later this week with an email address to send the photos to.

With regard to the Hat Sizes, here is a chart:


With regard to the T-Shirt Sizes, here is a chart:

Thank you guys again - we'll be working as hard as we can to bring you the next Tex Murphy installment!

Best,

Chris

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Thank you, thank you, thank you!

Update #40 · Jun 16, 2012 · 39 comments

Wow! Thank you everyone for such a fantastic campaign. Aaron and I are truly humbled by the support and enthusiasm the backers have shown to reviving Tex Murphy. We have been very impressed by the support we’ve received from other franchises and their backers as well such as Space Venture & Carmegeddon. We also received shout outs from two campaigns that are still active: Z. – A zombie trading card game, which will have one featuring Tex Murphy. http://kck.st/L7NQyI Vacant Sky http://kck.st/L0rc8p 

Thanks everyone for being so positive. Surveys from our campaign will be sent out within the next week – so look out for those. But in the meantime, relax and enjoy the weekend! 

 Thank you so, so much. 

Chris

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Update #39 · Jun 16, 2012 · 23 comments
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    25 backers

    Tex Murphy Wallpaper Pack

    Estimated delivery: Aug 2012
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    3604 backers

    * Download of “Project Fedora” adventure game. (Available for your choice of PC and Mac. More platforms will be available if we exceed funding goal). * Exclusive membership to the official Big Finish Games Online Community. (Our online community will have behind the scenes updates, Sound Bytes, Music, Videos, ringtones, message boards and more. You'll also have the chance to communicate with the Big Finish creative team, participate in contests, win great prizes and more. Only available to you and other Big Finish Members.) ,and all previous reward tiers included.

    Estimated delivery: Dec 2012
  • Pledge $28 or more

    33 backers

    Special "Tex Murphy's Mutant League, Crazy 888's Chapter" inspired tier! - Downloadable Blooper Reel from the 3 Previous Tex Murphy Games (Under a Killing Moon, The Pandora Directive and Overseer).

    Estimated delivery: Dec 2012
  • Pledge $30 or more

    994 backers

    *Download of official HD "Project Fedora" poster. *Download of "Project Fedora" Soundtrack (AAC or mp3 - DRM Free.) *Download of “Project Fedora” Documentary. * Previous Reward Tiers included.

    Estimated delivery: Dec 2012
  • Pledge $45 or more

    165 backers

    * Download of Big Finish's Casual Games collectors edition Library, including: -3 Cards to Midnight, 3 Cards Dead Time, Escape from Thunder Island, Rita James and the Race to Shangri La. * Previous Reward Tiers included.

    Estimated delivery: Dec 2012
  • Pledge $50 or more

    312 backers

    *Credit to download your choice of one vintage "Tex Murphy" game from Good Old Games (www.gog.com) (PC only) *HD Digital Download of original "Under a Killing Moon", "The Pandora Directive" and "Overseer" Posters. * Previous Reward Tiers included.

    Estimated delivery: Dec 2012
  • Pledge $75 or more

    91 backers

    * "Project Fedora" Backer T-Shirt! * Digital Copy of original Tex Murphy movie "Plan 10 from Outer Space" (circa. 1989) with NEW Director and Cast Commentary! * Previous Reward Tiers included. * Add $15 for international Shipments.

    Estimated delivery: Oct 2012
  • Pledge $88 or more

    19 backers

    Special "Tex Murphy's Mutant League, Crazy 888's Chapter" inspired tier! - Downloadable Audio book of Aaron Conner's "The Pandora Directive" novel, read by Chris Jones.

    Estimated delivery: Dec 2012
  • Pledge $100 or more

    734 backers

    * Exclusive Boxed Collectors Edition of "Project Fedora" * Your name featured in the "Special Thanks!” section of the credits. * Special Edition "Project Fedora" Soundtrack on CD included. * NEW "Music of Tex Murphy" CD featuring live musicians playing classic Tex Murphy tunes! * Previous Reward Tiers included. * Add $15 for international Shipments.

    Estimated delivery: Dec 2012
  • Pledge $135 or more

    93 backers

    ALL DIGITAL TIER! This tier is great for people outside the United States who do not want physical items shipped to them. Download of “Project Fedora” adventure game. (Available to you for PC and Mac. More platforms will be available if we exceed funding goal). * Exclusive membership to the official Big Finish Games Online Community. (Our online community will have behind the scenes updates, Sound Bytes, Music, Videos, ringtones, message boards and more. You'll also have the chance to communicate with the Big Finish creative team, participate in contests, win great prizes and more. Only available to you and other Big Finish Members.) Download of official HD "Project Fedora" poster. *Download of "Project Fedora" Soundtrack (AAC or mp3 - DRM Free.) *Download of “Project Fedora” Documentary. * Download of Big Finish's Casual Games PC collector’s edition Library, including: -3 Cards to Midnight, 3 Cards Dead Time, Escape from Thunder Island, Rita James and the Race to Shangri La. *HD Digital Download of original "Under a Killing Moon", "The Pandora Directive" and "Overseer" Posters. *Digital Copy of original Tex Murphy movie "Plan 10 from Outer Space" (circa. 1989) with NEW Director and Cast Commentary! *Your name featured in the "Special Thanks!” section of the credits. * Download Special Edition "Project Fedora" Soundtrack. * Download NEW "Music of Tex Murphy" Soundtrack featuring live musicians playing classic Tex Murphy tunes! *Credit to download ALL 5 vintage "Tex Murphy" games from Good Old Games (www.gog.com) * Downloadable PDF or eBook of Aaron Conners "Under a Killing Moon" novel with new forward by Chris Jones. * Downloadable PDF or eBook of Aaron Conners "The Pandora Directive" novel with new forward by Chris Jones.

    Estimated delivery: Dec 2012
  • Pledge $150 or more

    27 backers All gone!

    * Credit to download ALL 5 vintage "Tex Murphy" games from Good Old Games (www.gog.com) * Downloadable PDF or eBook of Aaron Conners "Under a Killing Moon" novel with new forward by Chris Jones. * Downloadable PDF or eBook of Aaron Conners "The Pandora Directive" novel with new forward by Chris Jones. * Additional DLC for “Project Fedora” featuring more game play, extra rooms, and 'Easter Egg' insights into Tex’s life and other citizens of Chandler Avenue. * Previous Reward Tiers included. * Add $15 for international Shipments.

    Estimated delivery: Dec 2012
  • Pledge $150 or more

    208 backers

    * Credit to download ALL 5 vintage "Tex Murphy" games from Good Old Games (www.gog.com) * Downloadable PDF or eBook of Aaron Conners "Under a Killing Moon" novel with new forward by Chris Jones. * Downloadable PDF or eBook of Aaron Conners "The Pandora Directive" novel with new forward by Chris Jones. * Tex Murphy Shot Glass * Previous Reward Tiers included. * Add $15 for international Shipments.

    Estimated delivery: Dec 2012
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    55 backers

    ALL DIGITAL TIER with six NEW episodes of "Tex Murphy Radio Theater." This tier is great for people outside the United States who do not want physical items shipped to them. Download of “Project Fedora” adventure game. (Available to you for PC and Mac. More platforms will be available if we exceed funding goal). * Exclusive membership to the official Big Finish Games Online Community. (Our online community will have behind the scenes updates, Sound Bytes, Music, Videos, ringtones, message boards and more. You'll also have the chance to communicate with the Big Finish creative team, participate in contests, win great prizes and more. Only available to you and other Big Finish Members.) Download of official HD "Project Fedora" poster. *Download of "Project Fedora" Soundtrack (AAC or mp3 - DRM Free.) *Download of “Project Fedora” Documentary. * Download of Big Finish's Casual Games PC collector’s edition Library, including: -3 Cards to Midnight, 3 Cards Dead Time, Escape from Thunder Island, Rita James and the Race to Shangri La. *HD Digital Download of original "Under a Killing Moon", "The Pandora Directive" and "Overseer" Posters. *Digital Copy of original Tex Murphy movie "Plan 10 from Outer Space" (circa. 1989) with NEW Director and Cast Commentary! *Your name featured in the "Special Thanks!” section of the credits. * Download Special Edition "Project Fedora" Soundtrack. * Download NEW "Music of Tex Murphy" Soundtrack featuring live musicians playing classic Tex Murphy tunes! *Credit to download ALL 5 vintage "Tex Murphy" games from Good Old Games (www.gog.com) * Downloadable PDF or eBook of Aaron Conners "Under a Killing Moon" novel with new forward by Chris Jones. * Downloadable PDF or eBook of Aaron Conners "The Pandora Directive" novel with new forward by Chris Jones. *Six NEW downloadable episodes of Tex Murphy Radio Theater!.

    Estimated delivery: Dec 2012
  • Pledge $188 or more

    89 backers

    Special "Tex Murphy's Mutant League, Crazy 888's Chapter" inspired tier! - Six NEW downloadable episodes of Tex Murphy Radio Theater!

    Estimated delivery: Dec 2012
  • Pledge $250 or more

    216 backers Limited (1284 of 1500 left)

    * Beta Test the game. * Autographed 24" X 36" Poster of "Project Fedora" from Chris Jones, Aaron Conners and others from the Big Finish development team. * PDF of new Tex Murphy Comic Book. * PDF of Aaron Conners' Story and Design Concepts - Rare and collectible documents from the making of Under a Killing Moon, Pandora Directive, and Tex Murphy: Overseer. * Previous Reward Tiers included. * Add $20 for international Shipments.

    Estimated delivery: Dec 2012
  • Pledge $500 or more

    99 backers Limited (651 of 750 left)

    *Have your photo featured in the Tex Murphy game featuring Tex Voice Over commentary. * The Ultimate Detective box set of "Under a Killing Moon", "Pandora Directive", and "Overseer" in special edition Collector’s Box. * Previous Reward Tiers included. * Add $20 for international Shipments.

    Estimated delivery: Dec 2012
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    35 backers Limited (465 of 500 left)

    * Official Autographed Tex Murphy Fedora * Physical copy of Aaron Conners' "Under a Killing Moon" novel with new forward by Chris Jones. * Physical copy of Aaron Conners' "The Pandora Directive" novel with new forward by Chris Jones. * Previous Reward Tiers included. * Add $20 for international Shipments.

    Estimated delivery: Dec 2012
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    28 backers Limited (172 of 200 left)

    *Official Tex Murphy Zippo Lighter featuring traditional Tex Silhouette. *Physical Copy of new Tex Murphy comic book, autographed by artists. *Personalized "New San Francisco" Faux Driver's License. * Previous Reward Tiers included. * Add $20 for international Shipments.

    Estimated delivery: Dec 2012
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    9 backers Limited (141 of 150 left)

    * Upgraded to Jr. Producer in Credits. * Project Fedora "Director's Chair", imprinted with your name! * 20"X30" poster featuring a composited image of you w/ Tex Murphy in 2043 San Francisco. * Tex Murphy's, Louie's or Rook’s personalized message on your home or cell's answering machine! * Previous Reward Tiers included. * Add $20 for international Shipments.

    Estimated delivery: Dec 2012
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    7 backers Limited (18 of 25 left)

    * Personal tour of the Big Finish Game Studio, and Lunch with Chris Jones. (Must be able to travel to Salt Lake City, UT) OR a One Hour Skype session with Chris Jones & Aaron Conners. * A 12" (That's inches!) Bronzed Statue of character from Tex Murphy game. * Upgraded to Associate Producer in credits * Personalized signed Collector's Edition of "Project Fedora" game box. * Previous Reward Tiers included. * Add $20 for international Shipments.

    Estimated delivery: Dec 2012
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    6 backers Limited (4 of 10 left)

    * Invitation to the "Project Fedora" premiere party. * Opportunity of one of these two options: Have a walk-on role in Game (Domestic Airfare Provided) OR Participate in a Murder Mystery game hosted by Tex Murphy (Chris Jones) (Domestic Airfare Provided). * Official Tex Murphy Trench coat! * Upgraded to Executive Producer in credits. * Previous Reward Tiers included. * Add $20 for international Shipments.

    Estimated delivery: Dec 2012

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