Update 3: Stretch Goals Are Here! New Game+, Challenge Dungeons, and... *drumroll*... the PS4 Port!
Apologies for the delay while we worked out the final kinks, but it’s finally begun! Let’s go through our first set of stretch goals one by one:
Our first stretch goal is for that good old fashioned RPG staple, New Game+. Heart Forth, Alicia's New Game+ mode will put players in a drastically more difficult world where many of the games variables will be altered to make the playthrough more challenging, including stronger enemies, more lethal environments, unique New Game+ foes, and plenty of other hidden surprises. You won’t be helpless, though. Players will start with all of the money from their previous run, three New Game+ exclusive accessories, increased stats compared to a normal playthrough, and more. We might even toss in some super special secrets only available to players on their New Game+ run :)
We’ll carefully hide three secret challenge dungeons in different spots of the game world, each one creating a unique sequence of challenging rooms filled with swarms of enemies for Alicia to conquer on her way downward (or upward!) to retrieve a shiny new reward. Think “Deep Dungeon” from Final Fantasy Tactics or “Savage Labyrinth” from Wind Waker and you’re on the right track. Of course, we’re always open to backer input, so if you have an idea you think would work great in a challenge dungeon, let us know!
The big one. We know that tons of you have been dying for any news on ports, so we’re incredibly excited to confirm that Heart Forth, Alicia is coming to the PS4! We’re working on implementing the PS4 port into our tiers, so keep an eye out for more news soon.
If we manage to break through this set of stretch goals, we’ll definitely do our best to be much more punctual with our next set. What will they be? You’ll have to wait and see :)
- Andrew
Theo Belaire on
I too would like to see linux/mac ports. I didn't actually check that first, which is my bad.
Michael David Anderson on
If we reach the PS4 port stretch goal, will that version be optional for backers who are guaranteed a copy of the game?
Lukas Daniel Klausner
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Linuuuux! ;)
Je.Saist on
Neo: First update mentions Linux specifically.
Neo on
But where is Linux? I want to see this glorious diamond on Linux. :)
Alessandro Maniscalco on
It's nice to see PS4 as a stretch goal, but frankly this game is perfect for portable gaming. I really want to see this on the Vita or 3DS!
Matthew Badham on
Awesome, glad to see this is coming to the PS4. Any chance of other consoles in the future or is that all? I don't really mind because I was going to get it on PC anyway, but I would like to convince my friends to buy it. Some of my friends have a PS4 at least, so they'll be able to pick this up now!
Je.Saist on
Todor: Check Update One. The Linux version is mentioned there.
Tamitha on
This looks like an excellent title and I'm excited to back it. Buttttttttttt I really want this on my Wii U! Please consider adding a port as a stretch goal.
Nick J. on
Super excited for this! Just curious what the future is if funding is secured beyond the $110k mark. Any hope for an Xbox One release?
Todor Imreorov on
no linux port. I am disappointed :(
Look you are using multimedia fusion. Just export the game as html5. It will run on both mac and linux.
its 60$ that exporter.
Pyro Stick on
i was really hoping for a vita port before anything else. this looks like it would work best as a handheld game.
Richard Stuckey on
Ps4 port = remote play!! Yes please.
Nubenai on
This is good news indeed! However I agree with the others, this game would fit gloriously on the 3DS. Please consider it if there's even the slightest chance you could pull it off! I'd buy it a second time in a heartbeat.
Darryl Reyes on
What Timo Honold and M. Bouwman said. Plus, the DS consoles have had the Castlevania series for a VERY long time since Dawn of Sorrow way back in '05 and has worked very well with the second screen as a map or menu screen, a feature that would work wonderfully well on the Wii U as well.
Chris Skuller
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I love the idea of challenge dungeons, but it would be cool if you could put some narrative reason for them being there.
Timo Honold
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Don't have a PS4.
Got a 3DS, Wii U and a Vita...
M. Bouwman on
This is a nice start, too bad I don't own a PS4. Maybe by the time this is released, but I'd prefer a 3ds or Wii U version. Is porting difficult? (Engine?)
Domenico Avella on
Hi Team , any release for Windows phone and Windows 8 store ?
Protoman Red Bomber on
I hope that we can get a "play as Höstra mode" (or another extra character) stretch goal on the next set. : )
JohnC on
Thanks for the PS4 Version. I was hoping for that one.
Will it be available to European backers through the European PSN?
Sir Jordi
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I'm in for the Wii U port!
go go Wii U!
kyle peplow on
Happy you went with PS4 first. It's been much less of a headache than PS3 or XB1 so far. Don't suppose us earlier bird pledgers can get a PS4 version instead?
Andrew-Kent Snyder on
I think I have seen a couple of games that can be on PS4 & PS3 on the PSN. Can you also include a PS3 when you launch, or does it require more resources than it is worth?
Fernando Ezquerro on
3DS version in the Stretch Goals!!!
Matt Green on
PS4 option for Early Bird backers please!!
Je.Saist on
Well, as somebody who already has backed without even checking to see if there was a Linux version on the way... I just assumed that there was one because Chucklefish was involved...
The next platform I'd really like is support for WiiU.
Christopher Ryan Wilcox on
3DS PORT WOULD MAKE MY LIFE! PLEASE! PLEASE! PLEASE!
DeafTard on
Wii U Port! PS3 PORT! 3DS PORT! JUST ONE OF THESE PLEASE! Wii U! 3DS! PS3!
JusticeBolt on
I'm so happy about the stretch goals. I can't wait to play this on PS4.
Mark Goetz on
Put me down for wishing for a Mac port as well!
Michael Barnett on
Awe PS4 :( I had my fingers crossed for 3ds and or WiiU. Oh well, at least I can get PC.
dennis fuchs on
I hope you got a Wii U port in the cards. Can't cite Metroidvania influences and skip the NInty :P
Jeremiah Harris on
I would also like to request a port for Mac!
Michael Bradt on
Would love Vita with crossbuy option. Thanks!
Les on
I'm not a vita owner myself(yet) but crossbuy+crossplay between PS4+PSV would be a great idea.
Pitchingace88 - YouTube on
See if you can create an image to put at the top of the main page with the stretch goals and what they entail. This ensures on PC and Mobile people can view it. Backing so many projects I know which ones always help me to get interested and others as well... Especially post goal being reached
Jorge Fco. Suárez Basáñez on
Mac! Please bring it to Mac! ;)
More_Badass on
New Game + is right around the corner!
Manoko on
Please, PS Vita as well as PS4, make it cross-buy it would be awesome !
Thousandone (1001) on
How about alternate sprite that only exclusive to kickstarter backers?
I guess stretch goals will be updated to main page later on right?
Drew Ressler on
Definitely needs to be crossbuy with Vita. This game is MADE for Vita!
Cody Marbach on
Yes! PS4 Port! Lets keep those pledges coming!
Pitchingace88 - YouTube on
Such great ideas! Congrats and I look forward to the achievement to help you create the best game possible :D