Cliffhanger Productions have launched a Kickstarter campaign to help fund the upcoming, free to play title, Shadowrun Online. The campaign is looking to raise at least $500,000 and at the time of writing this, has already raised $80,117 with 1,176 backers (with 25 days remaining). It’s being developed using Unity and players will be able to tackle the game on a number of tablets or computers (Mac, PC, iOS and Android).
On the game’s Kickstarter page, Shadowrun Online offers a description for those interested in the project:
“In Shadowrun Online players take on missions alone or together in the dystopian world of the 2070s, ranging from hustling a local Ork gang, to stealing valuable cargo from a ghoul-infested warehouse, through infiltrating a remote megacorp research lab to sabotage a top-secret project…
“Players will meet and mingle in social hubs and (in)famous establishments, to form runner teams, and pick up missions. Runs will take place on beautifully detailed 3D maps, involving combat, stealth, and strategy.
“A wide array of abilities allows you to become a spell slinging Mage, a Shaman invoking the powers of the spirits, a cybered-up Street Sam or a Hacker slipping through the enemy’s surveillance. Choose from a wealth of magical and mundane gear and cyber-augmentations to improve your abilities and individualize your character.
“Each archetype will perceive the world differently, and be able to interact with different parts of the world, from augmented reality to assensing the spirit world.”
Although the game is free to play, a premium option will also be made available. Players who pay roughly $10 – $12 (the exact amount has not been set yet) will be privy to more karma and discounts within the game.
(Via Eurogamer)