What Penny Blood's Publisher Hunt Means for Backers
Without a publisher, Penny Blood faces funding and distribution hurdles, which could delay its release and worry backers. It also highlights the risks of crowdfunded spiritual successors.
Without a publisher, Penny Blood faces funding and distribution hurdles, which could delay its release and worry backers. It also highlights the risks of crowdfunded spiritual successors.
Key points - Matsuzo Machida confirmed Penny Blood still has no publisher. - The game is a spiritual successor to Shadow Hearts. - 505 Games dropped Armed Fantasia, the Wild Arms spiritual successor. - Both games were funded via a double Kickstarter campaign. - Machida shared the update after fan and backer inquiries.
Timeline - Before the update: 505 Games parts ways with Armed Fantasia. - Recently: Machida confirms Penny Blood lacks a publisher. - Ongoing: Development continues without a publishing deal.
FAQ
Q: Is Penny Blood cancelled? A: No, Machida confirmed development continues, but the game still needs a publisher.
Q: Why did 505 Games leave Armed Fantasia? A: The source does not specify the reason for the split.
Q: Will Penny Blood still release? A: The team is working to bring it to fruition, but no release date has been announced.
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