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pledged of €2000 goal for Phase 2
Pledge now before the €2000 goal has reached for exclusive founders rewards:
Pledge €40 for Founder Bronze
Pledge €80 for Founder Silver
Pledge €200 for Founder Gold
Pledge €1000 for Founder Statue
Bronze Founders Badge
Silver Founders Badge
Golden Founders Badge
Your personal Founders Statues in the game to honor your support
You will be honored as founder with your name or desired nickname together with your pledged amount in the credits section of this website, the games Main Menu and the games Founders Museum that will be build after the crowdfunding goal has reached
Lifetime free acces to all available and upcoming DLCs and in-game purchasables (max 1 of each)
Exclusive cosmetic armor set that will become super rare in the game and may become highly valueable to other players by trading
Your contribution will earn you 10 unique founder's statues strategically positioned across the in-game landscape. This reward will only be given one time for the first who pledge €1000
These statues will become permanent fixtures within the game world.
You have the freedom to choose your preferred name, nickname, YouTube handle, Instagram handle, or Twitter hashtag (excluding links or URLs) to be associated with these statues.
Players who interact with the statue will get the message:
"This founders statue is to honor 'your desired name' that contributed 'your pledged amount' for the realization of this game!"
*The Euro (€) currency is automatically converted to the currency used in your country
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This is the current state of the game, awaiting the next pledge goal to be reached for further development progress, while fixing bugs and improving the balance and gameplay experience
Level cap: level 55
Quest amount: 25
Unique Items: 100+
DLCs: 5
Bosses: 1
PVP: very basic with an event every 3 hour for a chest on all the PVP Hills
Implenting the 5 in-game content polls where the most players voted for
Futher bug fixing, gameplay improving and balancing
This phase will start 3 weeks after the €5000 milestone is funded
Upon achieving the 5k milestone, I'll be delighted to enlist a professional to craft the graphic assets for an additional 2 more player races (Troll and Elf). Also, will be humans and these new come complete with comprehensive character and gender customization, effectively expanding the player options.
This particular objective necessitates an extra 3k investment due to the intricacy of the task. Creating graphic assets for each animation (such as Idle, Walk, Block, Slash, Jump, Dance, and more) is a highly demanding endeavor. Furthermore, crafting the appropriate sprites for every available equipment piece in the game, tailored for each race and animation, adds to the complexity of this undertaking. Also the following classes will be available: Warrior, Hunter, Mage, Priest
Character customization with: Races: Human, Troll, Elf Appearance: Gender, Hair, Face, Skin Color Classes: Warrior, Hunter, Mage, Priest
Futher bug fixing, gameplay improving and balancing
This phase will start 3 weeks after the €7000 milestone is funded
Upon attaining the 7k milestone, we will add additional US and Asian servers to play with less ping in these regions. Also this website will be enhanced to serve as the central hub for the game. This comprehensive platform will offer the following features:
Access player profiles and track boss kill timers.
Explore in-game items, NPCs, quests, and skills with accompanying information and guides.
Stay updated on the real-time status of different realms and the number of players online.
Stay informed with a news feed and upcoming events.
Review patch notes and engage with the game's community through the forum.
Utilize contact options for reporting players, appealing bans, or addressing account issues.
Level cap: level 80
Quest amount: 150+
Unique Items: 300+
DLCs: 10
Bosses: 10
PVP: very extended with several events and rewards
Character customization with: Races: Human, Troll, Elf Appearance: Gender, Hair, Face, Skin Color Classes: Warrior, Hunter, Mage, Priest
EULAs, Privacy Policy, End User Agreement,
Improved anti-cheat and ban system
Futher bug fixing, gameplay improving and balancing
Furthermore, any additional funds raised beyond the specified goals of the 4 Phases will be allocated to enhancing marketing efforts and refining the online multiplayer experience.
After Phase 4 will the game have constant evolution 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.
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.
Furthermore, the MMORPG landscape is somewhat lacking in exceptional titles, despite being my preferred gaming genre, and I struggle to find engaging and competitive online role-playing games. It has come to my attention that many gaming communities share this sentiment, and there's a noticeable void in the MMORPG genre. The only MMORPGs I truly appreciate are WoW and RS in its old, classic days. The graphics of Swords & Crystals are not very comparable to those of these major MMORPG titles, but with the top-down graphics and gameplay, Swords & Crystals should become one of the most comprehensive and unique online game in the scene. I firmly believe that this game has the potential to revitalize the MMORPG experience, making it enjoyable and exciting once more, and making this game one of the most outstanding online RPGs available that sets itself apart with unique graphics and gameplay. I have no intention of replicating another Zelda or any other retro game clone, as there are already plenty of those in existence.
A DirectX 11 (or later) compatible graphics card with at least 512MB of memory
Broadband internet connection
Windows 8 and above
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.