Stormgate, the highly anticipated spiritual successor of Blizzard’s classic real-time strategy game Starcraft, has achieved tremendous success on Kickstarter. The gaming community is rejoicing as Frost Giant Studios, the developers behind Stormgate, have managed to raise almost $2.4 million through the crowdfunding campaign.
With a modest initial goal of $100,000, the campaign surpassed all expectations by reaching its target in a mere 15 minutes after its launch in December. The primary purpose of the Kickstarter campaign was to produce a physical Collector’s Edition of Stormgate since the game’s development was already funded.
The overwhelming support from fans and backers resulted in a staggering pledge amount of $2,380,701, which is 2380% of the original goal. This success has unlocked numerous stretch goals, including an Arctic Tileset, HUD skins, additional 3vE weekly Mutators, a new player assist tool, a 3v3 mode early preview, expanded bot personalities, profile portraits, advanced hero customization, a WebToon series, and an early preview of the editor.
Excitingly, supporters won’t have to wait long to experience Stormgate firsthand. The game will have an open beta as part of Steam Next Fest, running from February 5 to February 12. During this period, players will be able to participate in a 3-player co-op vs. AI mode with two playable heroes, as well as competitive 1v1 matches without heroes. Custom lobbies will also be available for players to enjoy.
Stormgate will be available on the popular gaming platform Steam and is being developed using the highly advanced Unreal Engine 5. Interested players can already add the game to their Steam wishlist, although a specific release date has not yet been announced.
The overwhelming response to Stormgate’s Kickstarter campaign demonstrates the enduring popularity and demand for real-time strategy games like Starcraft. Frost Giant Studios has managed to capture the essence of the beloved classic, while introducing new gameplay elements and content. The success of Stormgate sets the stage for an exciting and highly anticipated release, promising to deliver an immersive and thrilling gaming experience for fans of the genre.
In conclusion, with nearly $2.4 million raised through Kickstarter, Stormgate’s crowdfunding campaign has proven to be a resounding success. Fans eagerly await the open beta release on Steam Next Fest, where they will have the opportunity to try out the game’s exciting features. As development progresses, Frost Giant Studios continues to generate considerable buzz and anticipation in the gaming community. Stay tuned for further updates on Stormgate’s official release date and prepare to embark on an epic real-time strategy adventure.
