KickStarter Bloodstained - Koji Igarashi's new metroidvania game

[SumDrunkGuy]

Nearing the end of my hard difficulty playthrough. I'm definitely feeling grind fatigue this time around from all the farming, crafting, and cooking. I didn't mind that stuff back when I first played it infact I remember enjoying it but now it's kind of yuck. I'm going to try and 100% the map, maybe fiddle around with nightmare difficulty and then put it to rest.

 

[Carpincho Pampeano]

I feel like playing a metroidvania, give me the short version, is the game good?

 

[Zed Duke of Banville]

Bloodstained is probably the second-best Kickstarted Metroidvania, after Hollow Knight:

 

[Ivan]

never 4 get Volgarr the Viking

 

[SumDrunkGuy]

Bloodstained is probably the second-best Kickstarted Metroidvania, after Hollow Knight:

I tinkered around with Hollow Knight for a couple hours. I didn't think it was anything special.

 

[LESS T_T]

More free updates and paid DLC are coming: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/692850/view/5939699552873880006

Development Roadmap - June 2022
What's coming next for Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night?


Greetings, Army of the Night!

Since Bloodstained’s launch we’ve added multiple modes, three playable characters, special crossover areas and other improvements to the game...so what’s next?

With the Aurora now in the game, it’s time to update the Development Roadmap for 2022.

Our overall goal since launch has been to complete the free content for the game before adding premium DLC. Now that we are getting closer to the completion of development, we can reveal what we have planned.

The next update will be a new crossover area based on a non-bloodstained franchise. The new area won’t appear on the map (nor affect your completion rate) so you will have to explore the map to find it.

Following the crossover area will be the long-awaited Chaos and Vs Modes. These modes will bring online co-op and pvp action to Bloodstained! We are very excited to finally bring these modes to you!

New outfits for Miriam will be added to the game with a mix of free and premium options.

And finally, Classic Mode 2, a new premium mode! We received so much positive feedback from Classic Mode that we wanted to bring you more retro action.

We have not finalized the release timeframes for the new outfits and Classic Mode 2. They may be released separately, together or grouped with Chaos and Vs Modes. We will make that decision later.

More information on all the upcoming content will be released closer to their launch dates.

We truly appreciate everyone who has followed along on this amazing journey.

Thank you for your support!
The Bloodstained Team

 

[grimace]

This may be the best Kickstarter ever.

 

[Tehdagah]

This game really gets boring after a while. It's probably the result of not trying to innovate in an oversatured genre. The end result is: flat level design, simplistic combat (spam attack + use magic, MP isn't a problem since you can destroy candles in every room), barely any puzzles and basic platforming (press button to jump, press again to double jump). Also exploration isn't rewarding when most collectibles are useless.

I knew IGA got outdated during a metroidvania livestream where one of the guests did a speedrun of Bunny Must Die; IGA looked bored. You simply can't think a speedrun of that game is boring if you're into the metroidvania genre.

 

[SumDrunkGuy]

This may be the best Kickstarter ever.

That's not saying much but I agree with you. I don't even think there can be an argument against it. This is how Kickstarter was always supposed to work in theory but Bloodstained seemed to be the only one to do it right.

 

[grimace]

This may be the best Kickstarter ever.

That's not saying much but I agree with you. I don't even think there can be an argument against it. This is how Kickstarter was always supposed to work in theory but Bloodstained seemed to be the only one to do it right.

To kick start a project that keeps going. Will they make a Bloodstained 2? Can they finally do a pixel platformer metroidvania like we all wanted? Symphony of the Night II.

Aledorn will be the second best kick sharted project.

 

[HoboForEternity]

Stop and make a sequel you bitches

 

[Modron]

Stop and make a sequel you bitches

It's been confirmed they've been working on it for a while now...
https://www.ign.com/articles/bloodstained-ritual-of-the-night-2-sequel

 

[SumDrunkGuy]

Playing through Metroid Dread currently and it's just reminding me how badly I yearn for Bloodstained 2. Nintendo can't make a good metroidvania anymore to save it's life. This game shits right down Nintendo's throat.

Stop and make a sequel you bitches

RIGHT!? Give the shitty DLC a rest already. I couldn't care less about these dumb crossovers.

 

[Modron]

Well they finally posted an update to say they'll be posting a more indepth preview on the 14th and that this sold 2 million copies: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/692850/view/3683435976316703132

 

[Abu Antar]

Just do a proper sequel.

 

[InD_ImaginE]

it doesnt even to be a sequel if they want

just stop doing these small update or DLC and actually make a new game, same setting or not

they've proven they can make a good game with Bloodstained

 

[KeighnMcDeath]

A new game, new setting, 10x as many areas.

 

[deuxhero]

To be honest, 2 million is actually kinda low for how long this has been out, and how well recommended it is by people. Never been under $11.99 on Steam though.

 

[Perkel]

To be honest, 2 million is actually kinda low for how long this has been out, and how well recommended it is by people. Never been under $11.99 on Steam though.

Depends on amount of people working on it. Stardew Valley sold something like 40-50mil at this point and it was made by one dude. His project adjusted to people working on it is way way way way way way way way way way way above how much Blizzard earned from all of its games combined.
Japanese exclusive games usually sell something like 50k-100k max per title and studios somehow survive on that.

 

[Modron]

Just do a proper sequel.

I imagine a lot of the improvements we're seeing is stuff being backported from their work on the "unannounced" sequel.

 

[flyingjohn]

Depends on amount of people working on it

5-6 studios were involved and countless other freelancers. There is a reason they are milking the game, a sequel would be way too expensive.

 

[Modron]

1.5 will be the last update to the game and also usher in two new game modes and some new dlc, I wonder if we'll see an official announcement for the sequel soon?: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/692850/view/4203623929257123319

Chaos Mode, Versus Mode and new Cosmetic Pack DLCs are coming May 9th!
We are excited to present update 1.5 for Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night!

Hello, Bloodstained Fans!

We are excited to present the final Development Roadmap for Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night!

Here is what we have planned.

Update 1.5

May 16, 2024

8am PDT/4pm BST/5pm CEST/11pm HKT/Midnight May 10 JST


Chaos Mode / VS Mode / 1 Free Miriam Cosmetic Pack / 3 Premium (Paid) Miriam Cosmetic Packs

Update 1.5 will contain two new game modes, and one free Cosmetic Pack. Along with this, three Premium DLC Miriam Cosmetic Packs will be available for purchase.

This will be the final update to the game.


Chaos Mode

Chaos Mode is local or online co-op action that you can play solo, with a friend or be matched with other players on the same system.

Fight through a series of randomized rooms to defeat demons and bosses.

Complete challenges before each boss to get powerful upgrades!

How long will you survive?


Versus Mode

VS Mode is a special PVP mode created just for Ritual of the Night.

At the beginning of the match, players will enter a room exclusive to the match battle. Wave after wave of demons will begin to attack both players. When you defeat the demons, you will gain souls. Souls can be spent at the central statue (shop) to upgrade your weapons, armor or items.

You will be able to purchase attacks that will negatively affect your opponent. Fill their room with fog, reverse their controls and more!

The winner is the player that survives the longest.

Versus Mode supports local and online play with friends or matchmaking with other players on the same platform.

Please note that Chaos and Versus Modes do not support cross-platform play.

More details on each game mode will be revealed when they go live.


Cosmetic Packs

1.5 also includes three premium (paid) cosmetic packs and one free pack for Miriam that will change her appearance in the game.

Each cosmetic pack has multiple unique clothing items and weapons, each with upgradeable stats. Premium Cosmetic Packs will be available for purchase on each platform's online store.

Equipping a complete set of cosmetic pack items will enable a special stat bar for that specific pack.

Included with 1.5 is a free cosmetic pack for Miriam that will automatically be added to everyone's inventory when it is released.

Premium DLC Cosmetic Pack assets will only download after purchase.

Classic II: Dominique's Curse - Premium DLC

Date To Be Announced


Following the 1.5 update, we will release Classic Mode II, a premium DLC game mode!

It brings the same retro-gameplay as Classic Mode but with a bigger map and its own canon storyline!

Classic Mode 2 assets will only download after purchase.

More information on Classic II will be provided when it is closer to release.


We hope that you are as excited for these upcoming modes and DLCs as we are!

Stay tuned to any of our social or news channels for more information.



Thank you very much!

The Bloodstained Ritual of the Night Team

 

[Odoryuk]

I hope for the next game they will be able to hire Kojima as well and make an actually good looking game.

 

[H. P. Lovecraft's Cat]

Why would they hire Kojima? He's never had anything to do with Castlevania. Also he's busy making hiking sims. Keep him away please.

 

[Odoryuk]

Why would they hire Kojima? He's never had anything to do with Castlevania. Also he's busy making hiking sims. Keep him away please.

You just fell into my normie trap