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I think ESC = Erick Scarecrow :)
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I know that there's a lot going on behind the scenes when a Kickstarter is being run, but I really wish they'd take the time to respond to the questions in the comments.
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Looks like the print will be revealed only when the project is funded.
Is it just me or is this weird? |
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And though you say "It will be worth it" that still doesn't change nothing, there might be some people who won't like it at all (even the fact that it will be signed by Lorne Lanning and ESC it's pretty inviting tho, but still). |
Hmm. The cynic in me is saying 'revealed once project is funded. It will be worth it' basically means the print has yet to be decided or created. And the funding from the project would be used to do so at a later stage.
I could understand this to an extent. The aim of the Kickstarter is to fund the production of the goods on offer, and it's likely that only so much money was set aside at the beginning for the creation of the prototypes to draw in business. Not everything can be created up front. That said, given the cost of the Master Set, I would expect at least a rough idea of what to expect, even if it's a description or a quick sketch. As Phoetux said, everyone will have their own opinion of what constitutes good value to them. $1500 is a hell of a lot to pledge in blind faith. Speaking of signed prints- I'm still waiting for my NNT naming comp. print OWI :p |
I actually cancelled my pledge today. As much as I'm sure Alf would look cute, I really don't need more clutter in my life.
I do want the live ammo, but I'll just have to check into that at some point in the future. |
I have to say I'm a bit disappointed with the lack of campaigning around this kickstarter. All we got was some teasing before the launch and then only some posts on social media to highlight what percentage of the goal was reached.
It's good to see that OWI sent out a newsletter about it via mail but it still feels like ESC are barely communicating about it. I backed numerous Kickstarters and this one is amongst the most dull ones. I hope they'll start to up their game soon, maybe once the first goal has been reached, otherwise we might never get the Live Ammo plush toys. |
For a brand as well loved as Oddworld, I was surprised I didn't see the kickstarter linked in any articles on gaming sites like GameInformer or IGN. Perhaps I just missed it, but it defo seemed to be just Twitter and a couple Facebook posts.
I'm not sure how it's looking atm. The first few days were really promising but things have ground to a near halt. At current rate, it may just about get funded, but I seriously doubt it'd get anywhere near the stretch goals. The campaign needs reinvigorating, perhaps a 'making of' video showing the creation of the prototype plushies. Another issue is the amount of people saying they'd only really want Stranger- people that have pledged perhaps only to increase for one of the stretch goals later on. If it's nearing the end of the campaign and the stretch goals look unlikely, these people could pull out. And instead of a last minute boost, we'll see a sudden drop. Then also consider that few, if any of the comments are 100% on board. Each one has a criticism or a question that makes them slightly unsure, for one reason or another. This is certainly bad for potential backers who might view the comments and wonder what's going on. It's all well and good saying the questions will be answered 'eventually'- thise questions need answering right now, as things like that left unsorted affect the public reaction to the campsign. Gotta admit I'm of two minds on my Alf pledge. $165 incl postage for Abe, Munch + Alf. But I can get Abe + Munch with postage for I think $52. Can I really justify a further £90 just for Alf, when I haven't even seen him? Hmm :confused: As said before, I do feel they could look better too, and a part of me feels I'm only going for this 'because its Oddworld' At least with things slowed down, I have a nice 20+ days to decide :p |
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It'd wanna be some Swanland-tier promo art they've newly commissioned for that cost, cos nobody's gonna want a print with PVC character art or something similarly simple. |
I'm proud of you, guys!
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New picture :)
Do you think they are trying to say the plush toys can go in the washing machine? :p |
^I think he just got to the boiler :p
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In case you are interested you can see the evolution of the campaign over here:
https://www.backerkit.com/projects/7...-plush-project According to the trend it should get funded. :) |
Is it something wrong with my eyes, or today in the morning there was $28,020? And now it's 27,977...
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Hmmm I don't know about that but it just jumped to $ 29,394
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I was planning on getting the $1500 as it would cost £1100 for me but after talking to some friends about it, it's doesn't seem worth it :( Buying both $125 rewards to get Lulu Munch and Alf would cost $250, I don't really want to pay $850+ for a print I have yet to see. Plus I'd rather have an autograph if I met Lorne Lanning and Erick if I get to meet them in person.
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It's jumped to $38,000 now. I can see this happening :)
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Boi, they're 'bout to do it!
Btw, I'm actually happy for them :D they (almost) did it. |
Looks like it :) I doubt it'll reach the $75k stretch goal for Stranger, but it's very likely to get funded soon now.
OWI put out a tweet that when the goal is reached, they're going to be giving some gifts away to random twitter followers. They showed a pic with copies of the games from Limited Run (NNT PS4 + Vita, Stranger Vita) + the new Stranger playing cards etc. |
Yay! I'm super excited they reached their goal! I'm always quite nervous about Kickstarter.
Can't wait to see how they turn out. :) |
Yep! Now officially funded, it's crossed the $40k mark :D
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Can't wait! I bought the early bird and the Alf set... Would've gotten Lulu Munch but the postal is really expensive on the bigger sets.
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Yeah I was a bit annoyed with the postage. $17 for Abe + Munch, but $40 for Abe, Munch + Alf if I remember right. Whatever happened to bulk discount? I mean, you could post Alf separately for cheaper than that. Hope he's worth it.
Speaking of which- Abe farts and Munch burps. I wonder what Alf says? |
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Looks like we will not see the art used for the print before the end of the campaign...
https://twitter.com/ESCtoy/status/872574964016095233 |
Hard pass on that, especially if it's only Erick's art. Nothing against his work, but it's not something I'd go out of my way to get.
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So the project was officially funded! A new update has gone out saying there'll be more info coming soon on the preproduction + production process, as well as a questionnaire (I assume to gather feedback on some design decisions?)
It also specifically mentions that OWI/ESC Toy are looking for fan feedback on whether we'd be interested in a series of figures based on Oddworld. That's something that a lot of fans here have suggested and I would personally love, so perhaps now is the time to shout about it ;) |
Well I'd be interested in Live Ammo plush toys...
No I'm not going to let that one go. |
I just got a Kickstarter email update, prototypes for the Alf/Lulu Munch plushies have been made and they're looking good. Munch especially, who's now actually grey.
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On tea, obviously. |
I got the email as well, great news! :) I can wait till they get the all-clear to start pumping out those odd plushies!
'Course now I really want a Lulu outfitted Munch too, how cute is that top hat?:fuzsmile: |
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It is a damn shame we didn't get any of the stretch goals, I would have loved to have some of those ammo plushies. :fuzsad:
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Yeah, still massively bummed out about that.
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They should do a campaign just for the ammo plushies. I think it'd do better than this one.
I'd back it, for a start. |