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Join the game designer of GRAW and Halo Reach to help create the spiritual successor to the original Rainbow Six and SWAT4.

TAKEDOWN

Join the game designer of GRAW and Halo Reach to help create the spiritual successor to the original Rainbow Six and SWAT4.
Created by
Christian Allen, Serellan LLC
Christian Allen, Serellan LLC
5,423 backers pledged $221,833 to help bring this project to life.
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Epsilon Assault Pack Alpha Released!

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Claim your Epsilon Key Here

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Epsilon is Live on STEAM EA!

Kickstarter friends,

Epsilon is now live on steam!

http://steamcommunity.com/app/300760

We are currently setting up an automated system for you to claim your FREE COPY, and will post here when it... Read more

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New Epsilon Trailer: Launching Soon!

Hey TAKEDOWN Kickstarters, as you hopefully know, you are entitled to a FREE copy of our new game, Epsilon, which will be launching on Steam Early Access in a matter... Read more

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Epsilon Alpha Update & Gameplay Trailer!

Hello TAKEDOWN Kickstarters!

As you know if you have been following our updates, we have decided each and every TAKEDOWN Kickstarter will recieve a free copy of our new game,... Read more

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Take a look at Epsilon, a game you will get for free!



Hello TAKEDOWN supporter.  Just wanted to let you know that we will be giving you a key for a free copy of Epsilon when it is released as a thank... Read more

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Future Times

Hello Serellan Community,


Serellan is at a crossroads. We have an opportunity to start a new project, but it is not without personal risk. A key component of our decision... Read more

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What is Project Pi?

In the TAKEDOWN postmortem video, I talked about a project that we prototyped (after TAKEDOWN) in Unreal3 for a major publisher, as part of our plan to move forward and... Read more

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Postmortem

http://youtu.be/RkDz7C1d2TA

Hello TAKEDOWN supporters.  I thought you would be interested in this postmortem I put together for you.  As always, thanks for your support.

Christian

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UPDATE YOUR SHIPPING ADDRESS!

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REWARDS!

Hi TAKEDOWN community, 


Christian here. First off, I want to apologize for not engaging the community over the past few weeks. I had a very sick cherished family member that... Read more

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Patch 8, Free DLC, XBLA & More! To the presses!

Hello Kickstarters,

In this update:  Xbox release, PC Patch &, Free DLC, Steam Sale, Physical Copies, Mod Tools, and more!

http://youtu.be/_YSinL3Rx68

PC Updates & Steam Sale

With Patch 8, we... Read more

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Happy Holidays from Serellan! DLC Sneak Peak...

http://youtu.be/_YSinL3Rx68

Hello TAKEDOWN community,

First off, the team at Serellan would like to send Holiday wishes to you and your family!  

The team has continued to work on the... Read more

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Thanksgiving Dev Diary and Patch #7 Notes

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lubvTBOZsLo&feature=share&list=UU8JL21H0agSRcIDCjPiPgLg&index=1

Full Patch 7 Notes posted here:

http://www.serellan.com/forums/index.php?/topic/3499-patch-7-20131127/

Thanks as always for your support!

Christian

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Patch#6 20131114

http://www.serellan.com/forums/index.php?/topic/3480-patch-6-20131114/page-0


Patch #6 20131114  

New Content
-HQ “Firefight” Maps
-HQ Inside (TDM, LMS)
-HQ Outside (TDM)

Night HQ - Night version of HQ Includes all HQ Tango Hunt, Bomb... Read more

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November 5th Status Update & Patch Notes...

Here is a quick video status update on TAKEDOWN, and following is our current patch release notes:

http://youtu.be/0OkJOwp1488

Patch #5 20131105

New Content 5 New Cargo Ship “Firefight” Maps, utilizing... Read more
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A video message...

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Into the wild...

Hello Kickstarters,

Well, the day is upon us.  TAKEDOWN is officially live on Steam, currently trending at #6 on the top sellers list.  As soon as we have the updated... Read more

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ENGAGE ENGAGE ENGAGE!

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Two New Video Updates

A couple of new videos showing game systems...enjoy!


http://youtu.be/GVVpf7hwpjc
http://youtu.be/55tBLuoF1y0
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Killhouse Level Reveal, Steam Pre-Order, Gamecom, PAX...

Hey Kickstarters!

Yeah, it's a bit busy over at Serellan.  Tons of updates and press have been flying over at the website and Facebook page, but I want to make... Read more

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New Level Flythrough Video

Enjoy!

http://youtu.be/sBsri6Uu0dY
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TAKEDOWN: The road to shipping...

Hello TAKEDOWN supporters,

I know we have been dark since our last announcement of the Early Access Alpha release to Kickstarters.  That is because thousands of you took the time... Read more

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Early Access Alpha Launch!

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Early Access Build In the Chamber: Downrange Soon!

Hello, TAKEDOWN fans!

We are happy to announce that we will be rolling out our early release PC build to Kickstarters soon. Giving you a chance to experience an early... Read more

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E3 Coverage

Hi All,

As you (hopefully) know, we showed the game at E3 a few weeks ago, I wanted to take the time to give you a glimpse into the coverage... Read more

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TAKEDOWN E3 Gameplay footage!

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TAKEDOWN @E3!

Hey Kickstarters!

Last week was E3, and we were excited to be showing TAKEDOWN behind closed doors to press at the 505 booth.

The week was a crazy one, with... Read more

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TAKEDOWN: E3 Update & SCREENSHOTS!

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A conversation about Steam, Steamworks, and DRM

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TAKEDOWN Kickstarters!

Hey TAKEDOWN Kickstarters!

Just a note that if you want to keep up with current TAKEDOWN developments, please come to our site at www.serellan.com.

I've gotten lots of messages that... Read more

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1 Year Anniversary & Big News!

April 1, 2013 - Seattle, WA

Hello TAKEDOWN Kickstarters!

First, a big ONE YEAR anniversary since our Kickstarter was successful!  Thanks for all the support!

Next, as you know, authenticity is huge... Read more

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Big News: Finalizing the game name & more news!

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Rewards are shipping!

The rewards detailed in our last update are shipping out:

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/355932838/crowdsourced-hardcore-tactical-shooter/posts/368214

Thanks again for your support, and as always, Kickstarters can get more behind the scenes info & pictures at... Read more

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Physical Rewards, and more!

Hello Kickstarters!

If you have been following our website, twitter, facebook, forums, etc, most of the information in this update will be familiar to you, but if not, we wanted... Read more

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Screenshot, Briefing Video & Level Flythrough

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TAKEDOWN Update: SCREENSHOTS!

Hello Kickstarters!

This week is a big one for us, we have the first batch of screenshots from our prototype for you!

To give you some reference, these shots focus... Read more

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TAKEDOWN Quick August Update w/Production Brief Video

Hello Kickstarters,

It's been busy at Serellan LLC since our last update posted on Kickstarter.  A reminder that you can always get the latest news at www.serellan.com, and can follow us... Read more

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TAKEDOWN Update: Engine, Devs, and a Live Q&A for Kickstarters!

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Video Blog Q&A Up for TAKEDOWN Kickstarters!

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Monthly TAKEDOWN Update & Republique Shoutout!

Hello TAKEDOWN Kickstarters!

Time has been flying since the wrap up of our Kickstarter campaign, and the past month has been a blur of press interviews, hiring meetings, investor discussions,... Read more

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Dear Friends: Moving contacts to our game forums!

Hello Kickstarter friends.... 

We have been getting tons of messages and comments on the Kickstarter page for TAKEDOWN.  The problem with this is that we are trying to provide information... Read more

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Update: What is happening now...

Hey all,

It has been a crazy couple of days, but we wanted to post an update to let you know what was going on following our successful funding drive.

... Read more
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Successfully raised $221,833 with 5,423 backers

WE LIED, ONE MORE UPDATE: YOU MADE IT!

Will post more details later, but THANKYOU THANKYOU THANKYOU!

We are sending out messages to all $1000+ donors to set up phone calls, if you are one keep an eye... Read more

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FINAL UPDATE: The last push! New reward added to get your name in the credits!

As we come down the home stretch, we want to spend a special thanks to all of you who have pledged, and even more so to those who have spent time spreading... Read more

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We are now a Kick It Forward member...

http://kickingitforward.org/?#projects


That means that we pledge that 5% of profits after the product ships will be "Kicked Forward" into other KS projects.

Kick it Forward, Kickstarters!

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New Rewards Added!

Check out the $75 and $125 dollar rewards!

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Due to popular request, a "bleeped" version of the TAKEDOWN video...

We've received dozens of messages and emails that people want to share the TAKEDOWN video with family and friends but can't because of the language.

So we made a "bleeped" version with... Read more

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This game has been reloaded: TAKEDOWN!


Thanks to all the great feedback from you and the community, we have an all new site with concept art, a more detailed description to answer your questions, a new... Read more

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We are "reloading" the kickstarter page...and want your input

Please check out the proposed project description on our forums here:

http://www.serellan.com/forums/index.php?/topic/138-new-kickstarter-text-would-love-your-feedback-before-it-goes-live/

We are also working on a new video filmed by the production crew at http://www.andersonlivemedia.com

Please get involved and... Read more

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Want to help us create a new splash image for this project?

http://www.serellan.com/forums/index.php?/topic/129-splash-images-for-project-takedown/

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Reward for Kickstarters by a Kickstarter!

Member kutagh has posted a comment that he or she has posted a steamgift:

" about 3 hours ago (Report spam) 

By the way, for everyone who has backed this project and is a... Read more

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Lots of new questions added to the FAQ, please check it out and spread the word!

http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/355932838/crowdsourced-hardcore-tactical-shooter#project-faqs

Update: FAQ Video Posted

http://youtu.be/Y-pYW_Et9bA
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New Reward Level: In game badge

Based on feedback we got on Twitter.

http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/355932838/crowdsourced-hardcore-tactical-shooter/pledge/new?backing[amount]=500.0&backing[backer_reward_id]=524884&clicked_reward=true&logged_in=true

@Serellan

Gameinformer article

http://www.gameinformer.com/blogs/members/b/subsaint_blog/archive/2012/03/14/hardcore-tactical-shooter-the-unknown-kickstarter-project.aspx

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GameTheory Podcast Interview

http://youtu.be/nmX1cN9Uj88
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Kotaku and Cynical Brit!

http://kotaku.com/5893236/christian-allen-wants-your-money-to-make-a-great-old+school-shooter-that-publishers-dont-think-you-want

http://youtu.be/ak3tepg36XA
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Blooper Reel from Video Update #2!

Working on update video #2, should be up tommorrow, but in the meantime, here is the BLOOPER REEL from video #2 intro!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5fgn-EkYZdc&feature=youtu.be

DanHibikFan's Youtube response...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=elsgKNbI1XE

Unofficial fan made video promo

Unofficial fan made video promo:  

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=3DQf3XJGrI0

Spread the word!

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Veteran Game Developers & Military members sign up for Crowdsourced Hardcore Tactical Shooter!

The response has been great at GDC.  While we can't name names due to contract negotiations, we have veterans from:

Bungie
Microsoft
Monolith
Surreal
Red Storm
Wargamer
Ubisoft
Snowblind

Games... Read more

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Press Release on signing Matt Corboy, veteran actor

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

SEATTLE, Washington (March 8th, 2012)

 

Veteran actor Matt Corboy (The Shield, L.A. Noir, The Descendants) signs up for innovative new video game project

 

Matt Corboy,... Read more

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New article at Rock Paper Shotgun...

http://www.rockpapershotgun.com/2012/03/06/not-an-rpg-crowdsourced-hardcore-tactical-shooter/#comment-page-2

Thanks for the support and please continue to get the word out!

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Yes, the $100 reward includes all previous...

Sorry, accidentally left that out.  Thanks for all the messages!

New interview up on Hookshot!

http://www.hookshotinc.com/ghost-recon-and-halo-reach-design-lead-joins-the-kickstart-revolution/

Thanks to Hookshot!

Update: Platforms and new interview up!

NOTE - FORUMS ARE LIVE: http://www.serellan.com/forums/

Hi, we have had a lot of questions about platforms, specifically about PC and PS3.

We should have been more clear in the initial posting,... Read more

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