Sea Of Stars Dev Open To Revisiting Ninja Hit The Messenger

I'm really hoping they're open to doing another batch of physical copies. I'm really sad I missed out and now they are crazy expensive!

The Messenger is near perfect for me. Either way I'll check out what they're making.

@Happy_Gamer same.

I’m playing thru The Messenger as we speak. I had no idea about the pleasant surprise midway thru. I’m nearing the end but this game is legit. Those NES Ninja Gaiden reflexes are required here, I’d be down for a sequel 💯

I have seen this game around, I’ve never taken a look at it, is it worth it?

@Snatcher Yes, The Messenger has proven to be an extremely stellar indie and from everything we've gotten for SOS, it's gonna be another big hit.

Definitely an awesome game! It's like they took the classic Nes Ninja Gaiden series and turned it into a Metroidvania type game. Plus it's cool how it starts out 8-bit and eventually you return to the same places where you need to switch the graphics and music to 16-bit! You'd have to play it to understand but trust me it's awesome!

So hoping for a sequel!

So, I've gotta ask a couple things about The Messenger.
How frustratingly hard is it?
Also, how metroidvania is it?
Eshop lists it as action/arcade, among a couple other things, which turns me away tbh.

Loved the Messenger and it would be brilliant it if they did a follow up.

@ItsATM Wait it’s a ninja metroidvania? If that’s the case, I might just need to checks it out.

@Snatcher For sure. It's a standout in it's class.

@Mariotag

"The Messenger" can be a challenge at times, but not up there with "Hollow Knight" or other infamously hard games. The game itself has some (optional) elements to avoid frustration. Even though it later changes to a Metroidvania in structure, with a good amount of backtracking, it is first and foremost an excellent platformer. Not only has it a unique double jumb mechanic, but the timeline hopping from 8 to 16bit world is used repeatedly for puzzles and platforming challenges. I'm not through, yet, but the game keeps on giving and constantly introduces new gameplay ideas. Graphics are nice, music is great, controls are tight and on top it's really funny. The developers absolutely know what they are doing. A must-play in my eyes.

@Happy_Gamer Same here, I loved The Messenger so much that I almost considered shelling out hundreds of dollars for a physical copy before I came to my senses.

I'm playing The Messenger right now. There are a couple of things I don't like, but it is the real deal. Probably the best retro-style game I've ever played. Incredibly good gameplay and controls.

@Mariotag - The first portion of the game is a linear platformer. The bosses represent a massive difficulty spike and can be frustrating (there are hidden strategies that aren't obvious at first). Personally, I found it quite restrictive, as there's very little you can do if you're stuck. Instead of offering tips, the game just insults you for it, which doesn't help anyone.

I almost gave up a few times, but I'm glad I didn't, because it then becomes a Metroidvania. With more time, you become genuinely good at the game as you're exploring, going back and forth and getting properly used to the controls. I do struggle to recommend it for those who really can't play action games, but it's a true great.

I had to tap out about halfway through, I stopped enjoying the difficulty, and the level of snark from the writing was getting on my nerves

@Snatcher It basically starts out as a platformer, but it becomes a Metroidvania like halfway through.

I loved The Messenger! It was one of my quarantine games lol. Can’t wait to see what else they’re gonna do with it

I've yet to play The Messenger. I've got a sealed Special Reserve Games copy on my shelf. Judging by the comments I should probably pick it up digitally.

Yeahh, I never played Ninja Gaiden, so I dunno the reflexes needed.