The 8-Bit Adventure continues!
Enjoy an all-new RPG experience that mixes modern design with retro style, in this sequel to the fan-favourite 8-Bit Adventures: The Forgotten Journey Remastered Edition!
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays everyone! I hope you're all having a great end of 2023 so far.
I've just launched a brand new update for 8-Bit Adventures 2, and this is a fun one! Since our porting company partner Ratalaika Games is still working on the console versions, and the Free DLC is still in development, I wanted to do something special for everyone this Holiday Season.
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So in addition to the usual bug fixes, and finally restoring the April Fools' Day boss (info on finding him is below), I've also added a new post-game side-quest. To access it, speak to the Traveller in the game's Dev Room, and choose to visit the Secret Map.
Yep, those Christmas presents can finally be opened! And they start you on a new quest to hunt down Glitched Monsters - all of which have unusual mechanics, and can take you by surprise if you're not prepared! Collect seven pieces of Glitchite, forge a very special new weapon, and tackle a more powerful version of the Experimental Titan with a special mechanic!
This idea was inspired by the Mushroom Heartless side-quest in the original Kingdom Hearts - albeit significantly streamlined and without the grind. I love the idea in JRPGs of having to hunt down monsters and make a powerful new piece of equipment. And this new weapon will have a specific use in the Free DLC in future as well!
Additionally, since some people found the original Titan too easy, I wanted to take the opportunity to make a harder variant. He's now faster, stronger, and has 1 MILLION HP 🤯 I know that sounds absolutely ridiculous for 8BA2, but the unique mechanic of this fight means it's not an insanely long battle - just one that requires a different focus and strategy (especially during the first phase of the battle). It's designed to be a little more overwhelming than I'd normally make a boss, but in the context of a post-game challenge, I hope it's fun (it's also totally fair to come back to it after the Free DLC is released and your party is stronger) 😅 Good luck to everyone in figuring out a winning strategy!
This new content is permanent (it's not time limited like the April Fools event), and should take around an hour to complete without a guide.
The full patch notes are below. Thank you SO much for all your support this year everyone! It's sincerely meant the world to me and our team. While 8-Bit Adventures 2 is only a small success so far, all of the reviews and kind words from players have made everything feel worthwhile. And if all goes well, this is just the start of our journey together!
But if you want to get me a present, then please consider leaving a review (if you haven't already). If we can get to 500 Reviews and an Overwhelmingly Positive rating, Steam will give the game more attention. We only need less than 1/8th of the total playerbase on Steam to leave a review to reach this milestone, so please consider it 😊
Have a wonderful end of 2023 everyone!
~Josh
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Nice characters!
Thanks LunarShuriken! All credit for the designs goes to our wonderful artist Jerram Fahey =D
I can not wait till this game comes out. Tales Across Time and 8-bit adventure were both so great! I have been following you on steam since I played them earlier this year! Good luck friend, keep up the great work!
Hi there! Just in case you missed it, 8-Bit Adventures 2 is finally out now =D
Wow, thank you so much for the kind words! I'm flattered that you follow me on Steam, and so glad you've enjoyed my past works. I think I've really come a long way with 8-Bit Adventures 2 (I finally feel like I know what I'm doing haha), so I hope you'll enjoy it even more! I'll do my best; thanks so much for taking the time to write - I sincerely appreciate it. Maybe I'll see you around the Steam community when the game comes out! =D
just wanna say i admire your artwork
Thank you very much for the kind words ceriux! I'll pass that along to the artist - I'm sure he'll very much appreciate it =D
For being an 8-bit game the artwork is beautiful and detailed. Which is surprising considering it is 8-bit. I can see a lot of work put into this game and it looks well thought out. Also looking at the reviews of your other games show positive story build up. The trailer looks good. I am looking forward to this game!
Hi Thread! Just in case you missed it, I wanted to let you know that 8-Bit Adventures 2 is finally out now on Steam and GOG! Sorry for the long wait =D
Thank you very much - I'm so glad to hear you like the look of the game! Depending on how you approach it, an 8-bit aesthetic can be quite versatile (the NES colour palette is actually really vibrant), and our artist has done his best to create something special. I genuinely respect that you went out and researched my past works! I've tried very hard to go above and beyond what I've done before, and that very much includes the story and characters, so I'm hoping everyone will really enjoy it =)
Anyway, I sincerely appreciate the kind words and can't wait for you to play 8-Bit Adventures 2! Thanks again Thread =D