What's New In The World Of Goo?
Posted by Darren Calvert
It’s been too long since we have had any new World of Goo news. This game is shaping up to be one of the best games coming up for WiiWare from the looks of it so it’s reassuring to see that Kyle and Ron (aka 2D Boy) are now really just putting the final touches to the game before its WiiWare launch, which is hopefully still lined up for September.
Here’s the latest from Kyle in the 2D Boy blog:
- Translations into 5 languages (english, spanish, french, italian, german) is 91% done. I hope one day we’ll be able to do Japanese too…
- Cut-scenes: finishing up the very last end-of-game sequence, and the credits movie
- OCD: We’re putting in “OCD Flags” for each level, “Obsessive Completion Distinction”, received if you complete a level under under extremely difficult criteria (ie. extremely high ball count, very fast, etc)
- Playtesting: we’re having friends and family play through the whole game, on camera, so we can tune level difficulty, find out if objectives are unclear, confusing, etc. Thanks to the Flashbang guys for kicking this off!
Source: 2D Boy Blog
#1
Ark said:
This game just looks better and better! =D Can't wait for it.
#2
lockelocke said:
Man, I was just thinking yesterday, "Where the hell is that Goo game that was so hyped up a few months back?" Really excited for this one, sounds like production is nearly complete. Now, we just need to overcome the beast that is publishing!
#3
Objection said:
Looking very good. Keep it up and get it out!
#4
Ziondood said:
OMG I CANT WAIT for this game =DDD
itz gonna be amazing =DDDD
AHHH I wish it came out this monday =]
#5
professorlayton said:
I'm expecting an early October release.
#6
breaderer said:
Pay attention developers this is the stuff that we want on wiiware.
#7
Adam said:
I hope the gameplay is as good as the graphics. It sure looks pretty.
#8
andy836 said:
wow the release is right around the corner.... which is good cuz i cant wait anymore.
#9
Clayfrd said:
Hmm... Wario Land 5 or this?
#10
ALDAWGZ said:
yes!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! i cant wait 4 this game hopefully it does come out next month
#11
Mr_Game_and_Watch said:
For us it gets better.
It's a retail game for to much money!
#12
Wiiloveit said:
@Mr Game & Watch
AGREED. If it's not on WW (or isn't budget priced) I won't be getting it. 2D Boy said previously it won't be budget or full priced - so that probably means £30-ish. If only there was a chance of the game (-extra content) still appearing on WW in the future.
#13
calculon said:
What's even funnier is that you guys still hope it's actually coming to WiiWare. Retail only guys, it's the only fair way to distribute the game.
#14
Yasume said:
Wait, I'm confused. Is it going to be a WiiWare game for the US or for Europe?
#15
calculon said:
The hope is a (potentially crippled) version of the game WiiWare for the US and a full retail version for the EU (and most likely also the US) complete with 'bonus content' (read: even more crappy cut-scenes, better image quality and a couple of extra levels / challenges)
Basically, the US get screwed over in (possibly) having to buy the game twice (I can guarantee WiiWare will appear considerably earlier than retail in the US) and EU sales will be a total failure because no-one wants to spend £30+ on a game that fits into 344 blocks (43MB) of memory - unless it's FFCC:MLaaK
#16
Adam said:
Have they actually said that is the extent of the bonus content, Calculon, or are those your assumptions?
Personally, I wouldn't buy the retail version either, so I'm glad the US is getting the downloadable version. I prefer short, cheap games. I just hope they don't save multiplayer or online play for the retail version. That would probably prevent me from getting either version.
#17
Outrunner said:
I'm not buying it either. I would have had it been downloadable. But 30 quid is too much.
#18
andy836 said:
new info for World of Goo
World of Goo - more details (retail copy delayed in Europe, WiiWare version hits NA this year)
August 22nd, 2008
Link
#19
calculon said:
So, basically no clue about what to expect with the retail game - yet again. So I'm holding on to my comment above - sarcasm about extra features included.
Whilst 50+ levels sounds good, what really impresses me is the themes - fanboyism? marketing? err... ok. I also like the way they're trying to break down the Wiimote features like they're something special. Sounds more like a marketing cry to the retail crowd of "This is what you'll get too, but we're trying to make it look like you're getting value for money - honest!"
The £30+ price tag sucks too - I think I'll stick with buying de Blob for my ultimate indie based retail gaming experience.
#20
Objection said:
I love how the talk is how the NA version will suck because some Europeans are angry that they have the retail only version. Seriously? Get over it. Ours is cheaper, yours has more. Both win.
#21
Cartoty said:
I want this game so much!!! It looks very good!
#22
andy836 said:
Yeah the Europeans make me sick. They're a bunch of babies.
#23
CanisWolfred said:
Man, I would've bought this if it was a Disk game. This is quite sad, though I'm sure the "less informed" would buy it without being spiteful of the rather decent price(for a disk game, I usually have to wait a year for prices to drop that low). That Moon chapter sounds pretty cool, too. This is definitely on the top of my Most-Wanted list.
Edit: Wait, is 40 Euros more or less than 40 US dollars?
#24
Ricardo91 said:
It's more, since the US dollar has been declining in value.
#25
CanisWolfred said:
Nevermind, that is a rip-off
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#26
Manny said:
This game is looking like a high budget production. well done guys, can't wait to get my hands on it.
#27
Ricardo91 said:
@Mickeymac. OK then, always glad to help.
Yeah, I was interested in this game earlier, but now it looks kinda stupid.