Kickstarter for Queen's Wish 2: The Tormentor

[Mechalibur]

The Kickstarter for Queen's Wish 2 officially launched: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/spiderwebsoftware/queens-wish-2-the-tormentor/

 

Between the project description and the blog post Jeff made, we have some new information about the game:

 

• You're playing the same character in Queen's Wish 1. This is a first for any game by Spiderweb Software.
• Queen Sharyn's illness seems to be public knowledge now, and Haven is in a panic.
• The game will take place in a region called the "Rokaj" where your father is from. I don't believe the first game ever mentioned your character's father, so it looks like we'll finally get some more information about him.
• You will actually have the option to betray Haven.
• Core gameplay seems to be the same - you command a squad of soldiers and rebuild forts in the region.
• There's an interesting screenshot where you pick a "dedication" for your fort, either diplomacy, military, or knowledge. No idea what it means, but you may actually have to make decisions about your forts instead of just taking all the upgrades in every fort.
• You can still abuse your butler.
• Dungeons still require you to beat the boss before the enemies de-spawn.
• The exp system is being re-designed. It sounds like Jeff wants exp to feel more rewarding instead of only being given out when you clear a dungeon.
• The game will have 12 more abilities than the first Queen's Wish did. He wants to make sure that every ability feels useful, even in the late game.

 

I'm looking forward to it! Let me know if I missed anything important.

Edited August 17, 2021 by Mechalibur

[Corylea]

Backed!  Looking forward to it!

 

[Randomizer]

There are 50 game maps available for rewards so that made how many towns/dungeons exist.

 

Stretch goals include an iPhone version and Android tablet (third party) version.

[Painted Lady]

1 hour ago, Randomizer said:

Stretch goals include an iPhone version and Android tablet (third party) version.

 

It's probably hard to tell how many people play the game on the iPhone vs. the iPad since both versions come with one purchase. I wonder if Jeff has any clue....

[ZorroDragonslayer]

I want to back but don't like being forced into opening an account with another privacy black hole to learn about.....

 

[Amira The Hot Potato]

*fingers crossed* that we can reach professional sound 

[Randomizer]

Kickstarter video

 

Some bits from the alpha version of the game. When you dedicate the forts it gives you different bonuses than the previous game. Also shops now have two versions as stall or full shop.

[christopherrc2000]

Those sound like some really cool changes.

Looking forward to the new game.

 

[Mechalibur]

At the end of the video it shows a more clear description of the 3 fort specializations. The Diplomacy focus is especially interesting as it mentions improving relationships with the locals and making them more likely to assist you. Might be similar to investing in the leadership skill in Geneforge.

[Randomizer]

Kickstarter 2 update:

 

I am Groot.

 

Now I want the raccoon sending you off on quests to get things. Disney wouldn't like it.

[Ordra]

Glad we'll still be the same character as we were in the first game. I wasn't quite sure about that from the description. I guess the default world state if you don't have an import password will assume you rushed the portal and ditched your responsibilities in the first game?

[Dr. Hieronymous Alloy]

Arg, I missed this kickstarter -- any way to "Slacker backer" or sign up late? 

 

 

[marnick]

On 8/17/2021 at 10:54 PM, ZorroDragonslayer said:

I want to back but don't like being forced into opening an account with another privacy black hole to learn about.....

 

I know this is old but for geneforge mutagen, I missed it until the kickstarter was aleeady over. I tossed him an email and did it over paypal. You can find my name in the credits

 

i joined kickstarter for qw2

Edited November 8, 2021 by marnick

[Amira The Hot Potato]

10 hours ago, marnick said:

I know this is old but for geneforge mutagen, I missed it until the kickstarter was aleeady over. I tossed him an email and did it over paypal. You can find my name in the credits

 

i joined kickstarter for qw2

good to know!

[ladyonthemoon]

I wish I could contribute...

[ladyonthemoon]

Did I read right? The game is due to be released next June? 😲

 

I need to replay The Conqueror then! 💫

[Mechalibur]

That's the estimated delivery, there's always a chance for a delay, which isn't exactly uncommon for kickstarter games. Mutagen was delivered right on time, though, so even if there is a delay, I don't think it would be substantial. 

[Mechalibur]

Kickstarter update today included a map of the new region. Something interesting is that the map mentions the year is "510." That would mean this game takes place 13 years after the first game.

 

The map's setup looks pretty similar to the first game. An introductory zone at the beginning with a single fort that eases you into the mechanics. Then 3 zones with 2 forts each that each focus on a specific culture. And it looks like there's a final zone that may only be accessible after sorting out the issues in all the other areas.

Edited February 9, 2022 by Mechalibur

[Mechalibur]

Another update today, and the Steam page is officially up: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1947750/Queens_Wish_2_The_Tormentor/

 

The most interesting thing from the trailer/images:

• Runes/Augments seem to have more varied effects. There's one that gives +1 to bloodletting, for example
• The Magic/Support/Combat trees look about the same, but the cultural ability tree looks massively expanded to be the same size. Although it's possible the Prince(ss)' cultural tree is just larger than the other characters'.
• There seems to be a crafting/upgrade system that uses resources like crystals, books, and amber. 

[Randomizer]

Some new runes/augmemts. Even more new items to use them with than before.

 

The Cultural page has the top row as cultural and the next three are abilities that everyone can get under certain conditions. A lot more room to make different characters with all the new abilities.

 

Crafting system makes the game different and you can't get everything in one game. So multiple play throughs to see everything.

 

My game made the inventory screen shot.

Downside was Jeff saw how many items I'm saving up for the expert area.endgame.

 

 

[Mechalibur]

Oh that's neat. You pretty much had access to every ability at the start of the game in QW1, only limited by your level. Unlocking abilities through the story (or exploring, or crafting, or some other progression system?) is an interesting way to get new ones.

[Mechalibur]

On 2/9/2022 at 6:19 PM, Mechalibur said:

Kickstarter update today included a map of the new region. Something interesting is that the map mentions the year is "510." That would mean this game takes place 13 years after the first game.

 

You know, it just occurs to me that the years on the maps are when the maps were made, not the current year the game takes place in. 13 years did seem like quite a long gap.

[Amira The Hot Potato]

On 5/13/2022 at 6:15 PM, Mechalibur said:

 

You know, it just occurs to me that the years on the maps are when the maps were made, not the current year the game takes place in. 13 years did seem like quite a long gap.

Lol I was about to say. 13 years and the Queen is still sick(and alive) must be some illness👻

[ladyonthemoon]

8 hours ago, Amira The Hot Potato said:

Lol I was about to say. 13 years and the Queen is still sick(and alive) must be some illness👻

Maybe it's a mental illness.

[Amira The Hot Potato]

3 minutes ago, ladyonthemoon said:

Maybe it's a mental illness.

Perfect! She's a part of the club! 🤪🥔