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Steamworld Dig: A Fistful of Dirt |OT| Can you dig it?
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Party Popper
Member
Hype!
These days I've been questioning myself if I should spend those 9 or wait for a discount haha
Here's a contest thread I just made for this game:
http://neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?p=75561851#post75561851
You could win a copy of it!
http://neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?p=75561851#post75561851
You could win a copy of it!
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qizah
Unconfirmed Member
I beat the game today. My playtime was 4:15. Great game, though I don't really see myself going back for loot and upgrading my items a bit more. I still enjoyed it though, highly recommended.
Glass Rebel
Member
Just finished the game, clocked at 7h.
Had lots of fun with it and would buy a more fleshed out sequel with stronger focus on platforming and light puzzles as found in the various rooms in an instant.
Had lots of fun with it and would buy a more fleshed out sequel with stronger focus on platforming and light puzzles as found in the various rooms in an instant.
Lord British
Member
Picked it up this morning, love it so far.
I finished the game in almost 6 hours and 45 minutes with 13 deaths.
And I have the exact same feeling. Would love a more expansive sequel. Exploration and movement were superb.
Just finished and I got about 7 hours too. Great game. I especially loved the final part. I got 41 deaths lol.
But yea, I have the same sentiment as above. The caves were the best things about the game. They had some really nice platforming. It also felt good when you get all of the power ups and you go back to some older levels. Also, it should be said that the power-ups were all good.
But yea, I have the same sentiment as above. The caves were the best things about the game. They had some really nice platforming. It also felt good when you get all of the power ups and you go back to some older levels. Also, it should be said that the power-ups were all good.
Dear friends - and I hope you don't mind me calling you that - let me express how amazed we at tiny Image & Form are to see this forum thread (or OT as @MasterBalls and @SteeloDMZ so kindly taught me it's called). As a formerly iOS-only dev, we have gotten used to screaming into the void and praying for attention. And here - and elsewhere - we've got people happily running forums on the game. Talk about contrast!
You're asking for follow-up on SteamWorld Dig and I'm happy to tell you that as of yesterday, thanks to the overwhelming response and a relieved sense of having a potential big hit, we decided to forge ahead on the next project in the series. SteamWorld is here to stay, and we'll stay on the 3DS.
It's very interesting to see your various completion times (if that phrase works). When we designed it, we wanted SteamWorld Dig to work for both exploration and speedruns, and it's obvious that people play in different ways. @MasterBalls and @SteeloDMZ, couldn't it be a good idea to set up some sort of speedrun thread, where people can post their speedrun results? And could I dare to ask you set it up? We'll gladly arrange no-nonsense prizes for competitions - as well as competitions for overall best scores (deaths, orbs, time etc). What do you guys think, can it be done?
Sorry for the wordiness. We are all elated and a bit exhausted, but incredibly happy. Please follow us on Twitter, we're @imageform - I find it very useful. I'll check back as often as I can between promocoding, interviews and what have you. Thanks for playing, we love you all.
You're asking for follow-up on SteamWorld Dig and I'm happy to tell you that as of yesterday, thanks to the overwhelming response and a relieved sense of having a potential big hit, we decided to forge ahead on the next project in the series. SteamWorld is here to stay, and we'll stay on the 3DS.
It's very interesting to see your various completion times (if that phrase works). When we designed it, we wanted SteamWorld Dig to work for both exploration and speedruns, and it's obvious that people play in different ways. @MasterBalls and @SteeloDMZ, couldn't it be a good idea to set up some sort of speedrun thread, where people can post their speedrun results? And could I dare to ask you set it up? We'll gladly arrange no-nonsense prizes for competitions - as well as competitions for overall best scores (deaths, orbs, time etc). What do you guys think, can it be done?
Sorry for the wordiness. We are all elated and a bit exhausted, but incredibly happy. Please follow us on Twitter, we're @imageform - I find it very useful. I'll check back as often as I can between promocoding, interviews and what have you. Thanks for playing, we love you all.
SanguineShark
Member
Is this worth the price or should I simply wait until M&L Dream Team comes out to use my 30 dollar promo credit? Is it as good as Guacamelee by comparison? It looks pretty fantastic, but I'm still on the fence.
It's great and I'd totally recommend it. Fluid controls, great audio-visual presentation and power-ups that are fun to use.
Guacamelee was awesome too, but the two are pretty different games. But in terms of quality, yeah, both are great.
SanguineShark
Member
Oh, thought this was slight metroidvania style. Either way, I think I'll give it a shot. I'm a sucker for a charming theme and artstyle. Been itching for a good eshop game since Sakura Samurai and Mighty Switch Force.
FreedomFighter
Member
Just learning about this game RIGHT NOW and I'm sold already.
Don't know what I'd do without GAF, because there's no other way this game would've reached me.
Downloading now.
Don't know what I'd do without GAF, because there's no other way this game would've reached me.
Downloading now.
I think this should be right up your alley. It's not really a Metroidvania style game, but it does have some elements that are similar to it [you unlock new power-ups that allow you to go further into the world], the main character is as fluid as Samus and the main theme of the game will give you Metroid Prime flashbacks.
Captain_Spanky
Member
Wow, your adorable humbleness has made me decide to buy the game. Great community interaction from you guys. A real earnest love for what you do goes a love way in my opinion, so keep it up
FreedomFighter
Member
Ok, done downloading. Gonna really start digging into this tomorrow since I'm headed out for a night on the town tonight.
I did get to demo it for about 10 minutes and I'm really digging the art style and the music. Can't wait to play more.
Gaddamn, SOOOOOOO much coming to 3DS. And I'm so happy with the indy games we've been getting. This looks like another gem!
I did get to demo it for about 10 minutes and I'm really digging the art style and the music. Can't wait to play more.
Gaddamn, SOOOOOOO much coming to 3DS. And I'm so happy with the indy games we've been getting. This looks like another gem!
Freezie KO
Banned
I asked this in the Nintendo Downloads thread, but I didn't see this thread. Sorry for the repost:
What is the exploration like in Steamworld Dig? Can you get stuck with no idea where to go next (like Metroid)? Or is it more like exploration to find bonuses (like the Star Coins in New Super Mario Bros)?
This can make or break a game for me.
What is the exploration like in Steamworld Dig? Can you get stuck with no idea where to go next (like Metroid)? Or is it more like exploration to find bonuses (like the Star Coins in New Super Mario Bros)?
This can make or break a game for me.
Is not very hard to get lost since you are always going down. A point appears on the map whenever you are close to your destination, and it's up to you to figure out how to get there. The exploration part is so you can find loot, secret areas and orbs that can be used to upgrade your character and keep exploring the deeper areas of the cave.
ExigentContact
Member
I'm this close to caving in and buying it. Anyone here who's beaten the game can tell me how replayable it is the second time through?
Also great to hear more is coming to the 3DS...my purchase would help solidify that. Hmm...indecision, indecision.
Also great to hear more is coming to the 3DS...my purchase would help solidify that. Hmm...indecision, indecision.
InsaneElite
Member
Alright, this OT sold me on the game. Downloading now, can't play right now but look forward to starting it up in the morning.
Just finished. I really loved it, and along with Crimson Shroud, is my favorite eShop release.
Steamworld has a ton of potential as a franchise. I'd love to see bosses
, a huge world to go through, even more of those puzzle rooms and a story that you discover by exploring.
The gameplay mechanics in dig are excellent. Image & Form deserves props for absolutely nailing the controls; they are butter smooth, which makes moving Rusty around a joy.
Totally worth the $9 and I'm already looking forward to another playthrough.
Steamworld has a ton of potential as a franchise. I'd love to see bosses
the only boss in the game was really cool
The gameplay mechanics in dig are excellent. Image & Form deserves props for absolutely nailing the controls; they are butter smooth, which makes moving Rusty around a joy.
Totally worth the $9 and I'm already looking forward to another playthrough.
ForteanMan
Member
Finished SteamWorld Dig just a few minutes ago, here are my final game stats. Great game overall and highly recommended! I would have finished a bit sooner, but that ending scenario kept causing me to die. I felt like I was hitting a brick wall and had to walk away for a bit. I came back and finished the game.
I would definitely love to see a more fleshed out sequel, perhaps with more boss encounters or more puzzle aspects. Maybe a bit more metroidvania elements? The game certainly had them, but I feel like an expanded sequel would allow the developers a chance to fill out certain weak areas in the game.
I really hope the game does well and that Image & Form is able to make a profit off of this title. Glad to see the developer has signed up here and that they feel the game is doing well enough for them to begin their next project.
I would definitely love to see a more fleshed out sequel, perhaps with more boss encounters or more puzzle aspects. Maybe a bit more metroidvania elements? The game certainly had them, but I feel like an expanded sequel would allow the developers a chance to fill out certain weak areas in the game.
I really hope the game does well and that Image & Form is able to make a profit off of this title. Glad to see the developer has signed up here and that they feel the game is doing well enough for them to begin their next project.
Jeremy Parish posted a pretty good review of this:
http://www.usgamer.net/articles/steamworld-dig-review
He and his co-worker loved the game.
http://www.usgamer.net/articles/steamworld-dig-review
He and his co-worker loved the game.
Freezie KO
Banned
I'm a bit confused. It's easy to get lost because you're always going down? That sounds like it'd make it easier to not get lost.
Being lost is relative. You're always going down, but sometimes you can get stuck and find it hard to get back to where you were, and you have to keep wandering further until you find a teleporter or an exit. Think of it as a dungeon crawler + Mr Driller.
Nah, you shouldn't have problems getting lost. Things are pretty clear and even if you are stuck for a moment, you only need to take another route to keep going down and reach your destination.
ArtHands
Thinks buying more servers can fix a bad patch
You speak my mind here. More puzzle aspects will be nice, as well as more variety of enemies
I like this game
Just beat it. Took a little over 5 hours. Pretty fun game, and there's quite a bit of content. Would definitely look forward to a sequel of some sort. Hopefully with more modes which take advantage of the gameplay systems. Maybe an endless mode where you can keep digging without returning to the surface and it gets harder and harder?
NinjaCatfish
Member
Finished it just now, a little over 4 hours, and loved nearly every moment. It didn't outstay it's welcome, and was almost always fun and made you feel like you were making progress.
Herb Alpert
Banned
Just downloaded it. Played for a few minutes and had to stop. But it looks really great. I really think I'm going to love it.
Freezie KO
Banned
SteeloDMZ said:
Cool. Thanks. I think I'll give this a try. The reviews are really positive.
And I do love some Mr. Driller.
Man Image & Form, you guys are a class act. It's nice to know that you're happy with the response. I hope that this game sells well for you all. You deserve it.
Right now I'm about 4 hours in and just got the
. Definitely taking my time, but as I said, I already feel that I've gotten my money's worth.
I'd rather pay $9 for a 5-7 hour game that I really, really enjoy playing than pay $20-$40 on a 30-60 hour game that I just keep playing even though it feels like a chore. Or $1 on a game that feels like a chore for that matter.
Right now I'm about 4 hours in and just got the
Dynamite
I'd rather pay $9 for a 5-7 hour game that I really, really enjoy playing than pay $20-$40 on a 30-60 hour game that I just keep playing even though it feels like a chore. Or $1 on a game that feels like a chore for that matter.
ShogunDarius
Member
Seeing all the high praise in this thread has certainly made me interested in the game now
UncleScr00ge
Member
Just played for 2 hours straight. This is easily one of the best games on the eShop.
Lord British
Member
Just finished, though not 100%. 03:39 on the clock. Quite short. Damn good, but short.
I'd love this. It would be cool if this extra mode was also randomly generated.
It took me 13 hours to see everything, which was over the course of two playthroughs. I should have made this more clear from the beginning and changed the sentence in the review to reflect it. Sometimes this stuff gets lost in editing and I feel bad if anyone was under the wrong impression by it. Regardless of it though, it is a fantastic game and even with this change my feelings are still all the same. Sorry again!
I am glad to see so many people are enjoying the game, which is great for the future of the SteamWorld games. Had a great talk with Brjann before the game came out and if you are interested, feel free to listen to it. He was a great and humble man.
Colonel Mustard
Banned
Your review mentions that there are different enemies and treasures in a second playthrough, right?