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dancrane212 · Oct 8, 2015

This was assumed to be coming after retail listings for XB1 versions of the retail release were removed and orders cancelled but this was the first time we got confirmation.

With extremely heavy hearts, we’re sad to announce there will not be an Xbox One physical version this holiday. We really gave it our best effort, but unfortunately, because of publishing policies on that platform that are totally beyond our control, we couldn’t make it happen. We’re very sorry…we know there is a lot of interest – the pre-orders were really good and we thank everyone for their support!

We’ll keep fighting to get a retail version on Xbox One, but as of now, the boxed version is in indefinite limbo. The digital version of Shovel Knight on Xbox One is already available and will, of course, continue to receive new updates and our full support!

Certainly disappointing to see. Perhaps this was an issue with the minimum quantities of discs orderable from Microsoft?

alr1ght · Oct 8, 2015

http://yachtclubgames.com/2015/10/retail-update/

Xbox One Retail Version Cancelled

With extremely heavy hearts, we’re sad to announce there will not be an Xbox One physical version this holiday. We really gave it our best effort, but unfortunately, because of publishing policies on that platform that are totally beyond our control, we couldn’t make it happen. We’re very sorry…we know there is a lot of interest – the pre-orders were really good and we thank everyone for their support!

We’ll keep fighting to get a retail version on Xbox One, but as of now, the boxed version is in indefinite limbo. The digital version of Shovel Knight on Xbox One is already available and will, of course, continue to receive new updates and our full support!

Other versions out November 3 (NA) and October 30 (EU).

Brazil · Oct 8, 2015

Microsoft's loss. Hopefully One owners will still end up picking up the digital version.

pastrami · Oct 8, 2015

dancrane212 said:
This was assumed to be coming after retail listings for XB1 versions of the retail release were removed and orders cancelled but this was the first time we got confirmation.

Certainly disappointing to see. Perhaps this was an issue with the minimum quantities of discs orderable from Microsoft?

That's my guess. Sony is more flexible, and Nintendo platforms were Shovel Knights strongest platforms, so minimum runs for them were probably easy to clear.

Zombie James · Oct 8, 2015

...because of publishing policies on that platform that are totally beyond our control, we couldnt make it happen.

Did they try talking to them?

Ouren · Oct 8, 2015

pastrami said:
That's my guess. Sony is more flexible, and Nintendo platforms were Shovel Knights strongest platforms, so minimum runs for them were probably easy to clear.

And! The Amiibo partnership

Danlord · Oct 8, 2015

dancrane212 said:
...

Certainly disappointing to see. Perhaps this was an issue with the minimum quantities of discs orderable from Microsoft?

I wouldn't be surprised if it's the parity clause that MS has had in place for some time now with Xbox One games. Since the game came out physically for other platforms, they would need to release it with additional content.

lyrick · Oct 8, 2015

Ouch...

Vita status.

Zubz · Oct 8, 2015

Danlord said:
I wouldn't be surprised if it's the parity clause that MS has had in place for some time now with Xbox One games. Since the game came out physically for other platforms, they would need to release it with additional content.

They already have the Battletoads level, though?

BY2K · Oct 8, 2015

Is it because of that clause Phil keeps denying exist?

DarknessTear · Oct 8, 2015

Zombie James said:
Did they try talking to them?

I'm sure they did. Microsoft is really bad at working with developers. See: FFXIV being denied.

YianGaruga · Oct 8, 2015

lyrick said:
Ouch...

Vita status.

Vita will very likely get a physical release later on

Grylvak · Oct 8, 2015

Sucks for those who pre-ordered / wanted the Xbox One Version. Hopefully this gets resolved soon.

mjc · Oct 8, 2015

I doubt there's a parity clause with an 8 bit game. There's something else going on here.

BennyBlanco · Oct 8, 2015

BY2K said:
Is it because of that clause Phil keeps denying exist?

Nah, the game is available on Xbone right now.

Like somebody else said, they probably have some kind of minimum for discs printed or something like that.

Shift Breaker · Oct 8, 2015

From the ashes of the XB1 release, the Vita release will rise!

...No?

Krakn3Dfx · Oct 8, 2015

Zubz said:
They already have the Battletoads level, though?

Battletoads required for digital, Conker for retail.

No idea.

SocksAndShoes · Oct 8, 2015

These policies continues to hurt MS. It's going to be interesting to see if they ever get rid of them.

Hot Coldman · Oct 8, 2015

Phil Spencer not immediately throwing all awkward policies re: publishing on Xbone is, uh

it's a bold strategy Cotton

Tenebrous · Oct 8, 2015

What the fuck is the point in a clause that ruins things like this for people who game on your platform?

Lichter · Oct 8, 2015

Fuck, I wanted it so bad.

Teh Emo Penguin · Oct 8, 2015

I wonder what will happen to my Xbox One preorder on Amazon.

jayu26 · Oct 8, 2015

BY2K said:
Is it because of that clause Phil keeps denying exist?

I'm guessing it's not that one. There is another one which says they have to print certain number of copies.

GameWhisperer · Oct 8, 2015

First class citizens am I right Phil?

Eusis · Oct 8, 2015

BennyBlanco said:
Nah, the game is available on Xbone right now.

Like somebody else said, they probably have some kind of minimum for discs printed or something like that.

It's why we saw some niche games drop off from 360 later on last gen vs PS3. And unfortunately I guess it's still in place even when they're the underdog.

malfcn · Oct 8, 2015

Teh Emo Penguin said:
I wonder what will happen to my Xbox One preorder on Amazon.

Will since Amazon doesn't charge..

hawk2025 · Oct 8, 2015

What a damn shame.

They put so much heart into the Xbox version, too.

phanphare · Oct 8, 2015

Brazil said:
Microsoft's loss. Hopefully One owners will still end up picking up the digital version.

technically speaking it would have been Yacht Club Games' loss

hence the cancellation

Majine · Oct 8, 2015

Why would you get the physical release anyway? It's a 200MB file that will still install on your system. The only difference being that you can't put another game in the disc drive.

(And you can resell it, I guess)

Shpeshal Nick · Oct 8, 2015

Fucking hell Microsoft.

But this is weird. The game is digitally already on the store. The discs act as a delivery format for a digital copy. What could possibly be the issue here?

Quonny · Oct 8, 2015

I do not understand the point of such a policy to the point where it effects this.

They likely put this in place to limit people making garage games and submitting them for testing or something, but yeesh.

Vashetti · Oct 8, 2015

Majine said:
Why would you get the physical release anyway? It's a 200MB file that will still install on your system. The only difference being that you can't put another game in the disc drive.

(And you can resell it, I guess)

People like collecting things. Sometimes it's nice to have a tangible product to display.

YianGaruga · Oct 8, 2015

Majine said:
Why would you get the physical release anyway? It's a 200MB file that will still install on your system. The only difference being that you can't put another game in the disc drive.

(And you can resell it, I guess)

collecting

Cow Goes Moo · Oct 8, 2015

Majine said:
Why would you get the physical release anyway? It's a 200MB file that will still install on your system. The only difference being that you can't put another game in the disc drive.

(And you can resell it, I guess)

preferences

DarknessTear said:
I'm sure they did. Microsoft is really bad at working with developers. See: FFXIV being denied.

entremet · Oct 8, 2015

Majine said:
Why would you get the physical release anyway? It's a 200MB file that will still install on your system. The only difference being that you can't put another game in the disc drive.

(And you can resell it, I guess)

Looks great on the shelf.

It's also a fan favorite, so many would love a copy that they own--for realz.

Stanng243 · Oct 8, 2015

Collingwood said:
Fucking hell Microsoft.

But this is weird. The game is digitally already on the store. The discs act as a delivery format for a digital copy. What could possibly be the issue here?

I've seen out mentioned here before. Microsoft asks for a high minimum disc printing.

wapplew · Oct 8, 2015

Zombie James said:
Did they try talking to them?

Ya, try that.

J@hranimo · Oct 8, 2015

Well damn, that IS unfortunate. Sorry XB1 owners =/

cakely · Oct 8, 2015

Zombie James said:
Did they try talking to them?

Couldn't resist.

The Flash · Oct 8, 2015

This is BS. What policies are preventing them from releasing a retail copy of the game?

Rocketz · Oct 8, 2015

Yeah this is kinda dumb. I bought the game day 1 digitally on my Xbox but it would have been nice for people to enjoy it who want it physical.

Occam · Oct 8, 2015

Shift Breaker said:
From the ashes of the XB1 release, the Vita release will rise!

...No?

They totally should release a physical Vita version. Would buy instantly.

Alebrije · Oct 8, 2015

Stanng243 said:
I've seen out mentioned here before. Microsoft asks for a high minimum disc printing.

So Sony does not ask for a minimum ? Or works different ?

phanphare · Oct 8, 2015

The Flash said:
This is BS. What policies are preventing them from releasing a retail copy of the game?

minimum print run

wapplew · Oct 8, 2015

The Flash said:
This is BS. What policies are preventing them from releasing a retail copy of the game?

Gonna keep the best lineup in the history from filthy indie.
/s

malfcn · Oct 8, 2015

If they really wanted to release it, substitute the disc fur code in box?

YianGaruga · Oct 8, 2015

Occam said:
They totally should release a physical Vita version. Would buy instantly.

Theyre saying in the same blog post that they'll try to do that later

spectator · Oct 8, 2015

Alebrije said:
So Sony does not ask for a minimum ?

Perhaps it's a lower minimum.

phanphare · Oct 8, 2015

Alebrije said:
So Sony does not ask for a minimum ? Or works different ?

I think Sony's minimum print run is more reasonable than Nintendo's and Microsoft's

Occam · Oct 8, 2015

YianGaruga said:
Theyre saying in the same blog post that they'll try to do that later

They will? Fantastic news!
If a game like Retro City Rampage can get a physical Vita release, so can Shovel Knight.

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