Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night is coming to PS4, Xbox One, Wii U, PS Vita, Steam (PC, Mac, Linux) and GOG.com; as this latest side-scrolling Action Adventure from Castlevania creator Koji Igarashi surpassed $5.5 million dollars raised via Kickstarter, becoming the most-funded videogame Kickstarter Project of all time, with over 65,000 people contributing to make the game a reality!
Check out the Kickstarter pitch for Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night.
Synopsis
You are Miriam, an orphan scarred by an alchemist curse which slowly crystallizes your skin. You must battle your way through a demon-filled castle summoned by Gebel, your old friend whose body has become more crystal than flesh.
“Iga here. Many years have passed, but it’s finally time we meet again. With your help, I hope to create a new game built on the classic gaming principles my works are known for (the Castlevania series). Thank you for your support, I look forward to leading you in my army of the night!” – Koji Igarashi
Key Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night Features:
* An exploration-focused, side-scrolling platformer featuring RPG and crafting elements. Koji Igarashi, the namesake of “Igavania”-style games, is leading the project, with Michiru Yamane composing the music and Inti Creates leading the development.
* The game will be developed for Steam (PC/Mac/Linux), GOG.com (PC/Mac/Linux), XBOX One, Playstation 4, Wii U, and PS Vita.
* For the first time on Kickstarter, backers will have the option to receive physical retail copies for all supported platforms: PC / XB1 / PS4 / Wii U / Vita.
* Exploration: Bloodstained’s story unfolds as you explore Gebel’s hellish castle; a sprawling structure that features a variety of locations. As you explore the massive castle you’ll find warp gates that will allow you to travel quickly without having to backtrack too much.
* RPG Elements: It’s not an Igavania without leveling, and Bloodstained will be no exception. In addition to the classic elements everyone’s come to expect, enemies in Bloodstained will drop a wide variety of items, materials, and magi-crystals necessary to create the items that will get you safely through Gebel’s castle.
* Crafting: As you explore, fight enemies, and complete quests you will gain experience and become more powerful, acquiring a variety of weapons along the way. Enemies will also drop materials you can use to craft new weapons and abilities using Miriam’s training in alchemy.
Here is a list of the Features/Stretch-Goals that will be included thanks to Backer Support:
* $600,000 – Artbook Upgraded to Hardcover
* $700,000 – 2nd Playable Character Added
* $800,000 – Nightmare Difficulty Mode Added
* $850,000 – Voice Acting: Enter David Hayter
* $1,000,000 – Cheat Codes Added
* $1,250,000 – Local Co-Op Added
* $1,500,000 – New Boss Added
* $1,750,000 – Speed Run Mode Added
* $2,000,000 – Boss Rush Mode Added
* $2,250,000 – Retro Level Added
* $2,500,000 – Classic Mode Added
* $2,750,000 – IGA’s Biggest Castle Added
* $3,000,000 – Wii U Port
* $3,250,000 – Asynchronous Online Multiplayer Mode Added
* $3,500,000 – PS Vita Version Confirmed
* $3,750,000 – Orchestrated Tracks Added
* $4,000,000 – Online Challenge Mode Added
* $4,250,000 – 3rd Playable Character Added
* $4,500,000 – Prequel Mini-Game For PC/Consoles Confirmed
* $4,750,000 – Prequel Mini-Game For Portables Confirmed
* $5,000,000 – Roguelike Dungeon Added
* $5,500,000 – Boss Revenge Mode Added
Backer Achievements: Silly Cheat Codes Added, 8-Bit Remix Tracks Added, New Game Plus Mode Added, Mariam Pure Costume Added
