Fresh3D has revealed the first proper screenshots from the upcoming HD reboot of Outcast.
In their latest Kickstarter update Yann Robert from Fresh3D Inc. tells everyone how they've given thought to their mistakes and that we shouldn't give up hope.
Few hours before the end of their Kickstarter campaign for their project ‘Outcast Reboot HD’, Fresh3D sarl today released their last update to thank their backers and the press for their amazing support despite that the $600.000 goal will not be reached this time.
The Kickstarter campaign for the planned Outcast Reboot HD has failed to reach its goal of $600,000, ultimately earning just over $250,000. Developers Fresh3D Inc aren't quite done yet though, promising that they are looking at other methods of gaining funding for a remastered version of the 1999 classic.
"We have received backing from over 5,100 of you for about $253.000, which is an amazing average pledge level. We are profoundly grateful and deeply touched by this amazing generosity," posted the development team on their Kickstarter campaign blog.
Was Outcast really that much of a classic? I didn't think it was beloved enough to get a reboot. I barely remember it at all.
Right from the start this struck me as more of a vanity project by the original devs / IP owners. The thing that surprised me was that they managed to raise 250k. I would have happily backed an innovative spiritual successor - but all the innovative elements of the original game have been superseded in the last 15 years.
Looks beautiful
the original was ahead of its time, this is a perfect opportunity for is all to experience this beautiful game.
I don't recall the original, but this looks nice. How long ago was the OG released ?
I only got to trying Outcast a few years back. Never completed it though. It came across a tad too archaic for a modern machine. Odd resolution and aspect ratio issues. Control-wise it took some time to get used to.
But even with it being so old, the graphics were evocative and vibrant. A true alien world sensation. Audio was great too. The gameplay sort of reminded me of the Gothic games.
Will be a pleasure to play the re-make.