Messages to IGA

You're a true gentleman.

Castlevania: Symphony of the Night is my #1 favorite game of all time, across all genres. I hope Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night takes its place. I have faith that you can make it happen! Prove me right.

Hmm, alright, might as well do this.

Iga, if you were actually reading this, this is what I'd say to you about all of the discussion that goes on in this forum: I wouldn't worry about it too much. With all due respect to everyone involved - all of those ideas are great - most of them probably won't, and even shouldn't actually be used in the game.



While an idea might seem, and may in fact be great on its own, a gameplay mechanic never stands on its own and needs to fit in with the rest of the game in a cohesive way that makes for a solid experience as a whole. An idea, no matter how good, shouldn't be used just because of "popular demand" if it would clash with a system that's already designed and in development. Iga knows what kind of game he wants to make, and what kind of thing it takes to make it, with a team of very talented creators, and his signature direction style that already admits and allows for great creative input from the rest of the team. Too much community input could just turn the game into a hot mess at this point.

All of this brainstorming of game systems that takes place on this forum is mostly for our own enjoyment and to pass the time, really. The kind of community ideas that have the best chance to actually make it into the game are probably item and weapon designs, since those have no chance of compromising the gameplay experience. And yeah, the second half of the post was less for Iga and more for you guys so you understand my reasons for saying that.

That'd be funny if I didn't use the word "design" to mean "what it looks like" in that sentence.

It's still pretty funny.

You rock. SotN is at the top of my recommend-games-to-people list. 2d platformers tend to stand the test of time, and its depth is phenomenal. I can't wait for bloodstained (or my beta copy). Take your time to make it perfect, don't see a deadline, see a possible goal.

Thanks Iga <3

This is the most excited I have been for a game since I was literally a child (I am now 28 years old). Thank you, IGA, for bringing back that childlike exuberance for video games that I have been missing for so long. Work hard, work well, work quickly, but be happy and healthy and know that we all support you!

That is actually an EXTREMELY good question.

As others have stated.... a big THANK YOU.  You have given us many great games and memories, can't wait for you to create more.