+bfstats Posted October 29, 2011 Share Posted October 29, 2011 However, in case demand exceeds supply (likely), I would suggest, Albert, that you prepare for the unruly hordes to storm the castle! Are you speaking literally or figuratively? If I miss out, I'll be leading the charge! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+swlovinist Posted October 29, 2011 Share Posted October 29, 2011 Please put me on the pre order list then, if the game will only be sold with a box. Looking forward to playing this one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thomas Jentzsch Posted October 29, 2011 Share Posted October 29, 2011 Maybe i can answer some questions: the price is that high because of a) the box, b) the game is 32k Sitz 16k RAM requireing special hardware, c) license fees and d) Therese is the joint work of two Main programmers over many, many years in it. licensing a game is not something easily done (all credits go to Andrew Here) the 250 carts are Part of it. so chances for more copies are unclear. this is only an announcement., not a reservelist. but we are very interested to find out the Dekane. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJ Badger Posted October 29, 2011 Share Posted October 29, 2011 I'm thrilled to hear that "Boulder Dash" will finally be seeing a release. I know that this isn't a reserve list, but I wanted to express my support, and I'll be more than happy to shell out $75 for this one when the time comes. Back in the mid-to-late 1980s, "Boulder Dash" was a big hit in my household; both my mom and I played it incessantly on our old Apple IIe, and often would brag to each other about which levels we'd reached. She passed away back in 2007, so this game strikes a particularly sentimental chord with me. To finally be able to obtain a copy of the game on my favourite home video platform would be a really big deal... so I'm hoping I don't miss the boat when the game becomes available for preordering. Thank you very much for all the hard work that's gone into this! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZylonBane Posted October 29, 2011 Share Posted October 29, 2011 It's a shame the title music uses the glacial PAL tempo instead of the correct NTSC tempo. Such an easy thing to fix too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
high voltage Posted October 29, 2011 Share Posted October 29, 2011 (edited) I think there should be a double release....Boulder Dash and Boing! are you listening First Star!!!!! And Boulder Dash should have a First Star style box? Too late obviously Edited October 29, 2011 by high voltage 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mayhem Posted October 29, 2011 Share Posted October 29, 2011 Indeed... I know there's a label contest, but if possible, using the traditional Boulderdash artwork would be great... http://vc.nintendolife.com/games/c64/boulder_dash/cover Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
high voltage Posted October 29, 2011 Share Posted October 29, 2011 (edited) Uh no, stick to the Atari original, that 'Boulder Dash' C64 remake font looks way off (micro fun right?) Edited October 29, 2011 by high voltage Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tickled_Pink Posted October 29, 2011 Share Posted October 29, 2011 Just wanted to let you guys know how much your efforts on this project are appreciated. Was never a big fan of the game but have a friend who was absolutely nuts about it (still is). So could be the perfect christmas present. He'll have to get a 2600 first, though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thomas Jentzsch Posted October 29, 2011 Share Posted October 29, 2011 It's a shame the title music uses the glacial PAL tempo instead of the correct NTSC tempo. Such an easy thing to fix too.: Probably because that is how Andrew and I remember it. We are borh from PAL land, you know. But I think it could be easily fixed for PAL mode. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
[d2f]Iggy*SJB Posted October 29, 2011 Share Posted October 29, 2011 I was originally #33 on the old pre-order list, and I'm fine with the $75 price tag. Please keep me on the list, as I'm looking very much forward to playing this baby! (My new wife just discovered my Christmas gift. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pengwin Posted October 30, 2011 Share Posted October 30, 2011 I love what's been done with this game. Although I am not a 2600 user, I am a huge fan of the original Boulderdash on the A8. What Andrew Davie and Thomas Jentzsch have accomplished with this is truly inspiring. Great work guys. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marc Posted October 30, 2011 Share Posted October 30, 2011 Is there a PAL version available? or will it be NTSC only? The game is switchable between PAL and NTSC, so you can play anywhere with just the one cart. Cheers A GREAT idea !!! Please add me to the list :-) ...Marc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thomas Jentzsch Posted October 30, 2011 Share Posted October 30, 2011 if anyone is wondering about my silly writing : my new smartphone defaults to german language and i haven't figured out how to switch to english temporarily or how to disable automatic spell correction. Android bzw. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rocky007 Posted October 30, 2011 Share Posted October 30, 2011 please reserve me 2x copies of this marvellous port ! i definitevely a big great job ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
birdie3 Posted October 31, 2011 Share Posted October 31, 2011 Simply amazing, guys. This is the sort of thing that completely justifies classic video gaming. Respect in the highest form to all the parties involved. Really looking forward to buying a copy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moycon Posted October 31, 2011 Share Posted October 31, 2011 It's a shame the title music uses the glacial PAL tempo instead of the correct NTSC tempo. Such an easy thing to fix too. It's also a shame in the 9 years you've posted here, you've only posted like 5 positive comments when commenting on something. Can anyone confirm if this title will be available for Christmas? In addition to an awesome title....this would make a great Xmas gift! 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+LS650 Posted October 31, 2011 Share Posted October 31, 2011 5? That many? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Manhattan Posted October 31, 2011 Share Posted October 31, 2011 Please add me to the list of people interested in purchasing this game. Take my money. All of my money. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ledzep Posted October 31, 2011 Share Posted October 31, 2011 Agreed, great achievement. Put me down for one, too. Now I need to get my Sears Tele-Games console modded! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
weiherblasch Posted October 31, 2011 Share Posted October 31, 2011 Please set me on the pre-order list. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
draw Posted October 31, 2011 Share Posted October 31, 2011 Totally aware that this is NOT the pre-order-thread, I'd like to join the panic and state here nonetheless that I'm definitely going to buy one cartridge if only you let me... (sometimes beeing annoying can be better than being left out. i guess...) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Andrew Davie Posted October 31, 2011 Share Posted October 31, 2011 Can anyone confirm if this title will be available for Christmas? In addition to an awesome title....this would make a great Xmas gift! Our current scheduling indicates cartridges will be delivered before Christmas. Cheers A Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Andrew Davie Posted October 31, 2011 Share Posted October 31, 2011 Can I keep my #52 slot from the old list? The old list is dead, so anyone with their name on that will need to re-preorder. There will be no priority given to subscribers; it will be pretty much first come first served, I think. Cheers A Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schizophretard Posted October 31, 2011 Share Posted October 31, 2011 One per person? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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