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The goal is to kick-start Swords & Crystals, so it can run on the budget of this crowdfunding for the first period, and after that the game can eventually become self-sustaining by continues investing the money generated by players who buy in-game purchases in marketing, server costs, updates and new expansions.
Maintaining transparency is pivotal. Unlike many crowdfunding campaigns that might determine stretch goal figures through other means, I've chosen to base mine on time, given the absence of additional team members to hire. Drawing from my extensive 13-year development journey, I've gained an acute understanding of the precise amount of time required to accomplish each task. Moreover, I'm well-versed in the financial requirements for sustaining this endeavor. Therefore, the stretch goals are intricately tied to the time necessary for task completion. €4000 milestone - Funded:This segment might potentially be redundant. Within the Risks section, I aim to convey that regardless of circumstances, Swords & Crystals will undoubtedly undergo development and be brought to the public in complete state. The degree of development and the timing of its release, however, hinge on the success of this crowdfunding campaign. €7000 milestone - Additional Troll and Elf player race:
Upon achieving the 7k milestone, I'll be delighted to enlist a professional to craft the graphic assets for an additional 2 more player races. These races will come complete with comprehensive character and gender customization, effectively expanding the player options beyond humans to encompass trolls and elves.
€10000 milestone - Game website:Upon attaining the 10k milestone, we will enhance this website to serve as the central hub for the game. This comprehensive platform will offer the following features:
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Release Estimate: December 2024
The beta phase of the game will conclude, transitioning to the full version available on Steam. This transition will entail a comprehensive data reset for all players, ensuring a truly fresh experience where everyone begins anew simultaneously.
I am primarily working alone on this project, taking on most responsibilities such as design, programming, art, and marketing. Music and the majority of the graphics are outsourced to other artists. This crowdfunding a pivotal role in getting me closer to realizing my dream of becoming a full-time developer. More importantly, it expedites the arrival of Swords & Crystals to you, and in an improved state. While I'm confident I could gradually develop this game on my own over several years with patience, I recognize its incredible potential to flourish with a modest kick-start that accelerates development significantly. With complete funding, this game will not only reach the market faster and in a better form but also with significantly more content.
I'm diligently working to eliminate any potential concerns for you, and to put it simply, there really aren't any significant risks. There's absolutely no doubt that Swords & Crystals will reach its completion. |
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2 GB available hard drive space | 8 GB RAM / 16 GB RAM (optimal) |
A DirectX 11 (or later) compatible graphics card with at least 512MB of memory | Broadband internet connection | Windows 8 and above |
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About this game:
Embark on an epic journey into a sprawling and immersive top-down MMORPG that invites players to explore a vast and enchanted medieval open world teeming with secrets, challenges, and competition. Explore ancient villages, sprawling forests, and mystical landscapes that offer a truly captivating online adventure where your destiny is shaped by your work and abilities.
This groundbreaking top-down game distinguishes itself from the rest through its wholly innovative approach, encompassing elements such as online gameplay, a distinctive graphic style, real-time combat, an extensive inventory and equipment system with banks and shops, and a singular expansive open world devoid of loading screens or segregated zones. It features a 2D world with graphics and physics reminiscent of 3D.
KEY FEATURES:
Stunning Visuals: Lose yourself in the mesmerizing landscapes with beautiful wild forests, dazzling deserts, enchanted waters, and mysterious dark ravines. From day and night cycles to floating leaves to radiantly reflected water, the game's visuals bring the world to life.
Immersive Meditative Soundscapes: Immerse yourself in a sonic tapestry of enchanting melodies and ambient soundscapes that transport you to the heart of the game. The evocative music brings the world to life, heightening the emotions of every triumph and trial.
Interactive Multiplayer: Collaborate with a vibrant community of players from around the globe. Compete, trade, or unite with other players to partake versus monsters that demand unity or strategy to overcome.
Vast Magical Realm: Step into a breathtaking, beautifully crafted vast open world, free from any loading screens or separate zones where lush forests, mysterious caverns, and arcane landscapes await your exploration rich with secrets, hidden pathways, and mythical creatures waiting to be discovered.
Leveling and Questing: Embark on a journey of continuous growth by leveling up your character by slaying foes and completing quests. From a fledgling adventurer to a legendary hero, your progression is a testament to your dedication and prowess.
Skill Mastery: Hone your skills in 10 various disciplines, such as swordsmanship, mining, and courage. With dedicated training, your character can become a master in multiple areas, allowing improved opportunities such as access to better weapons, access to more valuable mines, or to have no fear debuff when facing terrifying bosses that require higher courage.
Collect Items and Upgrade Gear: Delve into ancient ruins and treacherous dungeons to uncover rare items and improved gear. Collect an impressive array of weapons, armor, consumables, and many other resources that evolve as you do. As you collect tokens from bosses or receive gold coins from trading, can you buy equipment from artisans, enhancing your prowess on the battlefield.
Epic Boss Battles: Fight solo or team up with fellow adventurers to take on colossal bosses that threaten the balance of the realm. Strategize, coordinate attacks, and harness the right equipment set to emerge victorious and claim rare treasures as your reward.
Engaging Puzzles and Hidden Pathways: Immerse yourself in intricate puzzles and guide yourself with magical elements to unlock hidden chambers, access secret areas, and unveil the mysteries of the land.
Badges and Achievements: Seek out a plethora of achievements and badges scattered throughout the realm. From conquering treacherous dungeons to reaching hidden vistas, these accolades showcase your dedication and skill to demonstrate your victory to other players.
Leaderboards and Records: Compete with fellow adventurers for supremacy on the online leaderboards by striving to break records in various activities, including boss battles, PVP, and skill challenges. Push your limits to ascend the ranks and earn legendary rewards to showcase your accomplishments to the world.
Constant Evolution: Experience a living, breathing world that evolves over time. With regular updates, new expansions, and seasonal events, Swords & Crystals ensures that your adventures remain fresh and captivating, while at the same time not diminishing the value of your previous earned achievements and belongings, and while also not updating the game broken like some major MMORPG titles did in the past.