8-Bit Brigade Launches Kickstarter

Indie developers unite for 8-Bit Brigade, a Switch compilation of NES homebrew games, now crowdfunding on Kickstarter.

We’ve covered the crowdfunding campaigns for several NES homebrews around here. Usually their purpose is to produce physical versions on real NES cartridges, but getting the games published on modern hardware is another matter (unless it’s Steam, then you just roll the ROM into an emulation package and hit “publish”). So, these indie creators figured, why not team up and release one massive compilation title? Thus was formed the 8-BIT BRIGADE. The campaign launched today.

8-Bit Brigade contains ten of the biggest NES projects of the last few years, from developers like Dale Coop (Skate Cat), Nate Peters (Doodle World) and YouTuber John Riggs (Yeah Yeah Beebiss II). The #1 goal is to produce a physical copy on Switch, and for that to happen a higher number of pledges has to be hit — the goal is $60,000. They’re a long way off, but with 29 days to go (and your help), they can get there.

• Doodle World: Join Doodle on a crayon-filled quest to save his world from the clutches of King Eraser.
• Eyra the Crow Maiden: Embrace the role of Eyra, a warrior priestess, as she battles the Infernal Marauder to protect her tribe.
• KUBO 3: A wonderful NES game developed by a child! Join Kubo in this new adventure that will take you across the world, looking for the sacred crystals in order to free the inhabitants kidnapped by the infamous Moglar.
• Nessy the Robot: Guide Nessy, a controller-themed robot, through a world filled with zombified robots, secrets, and quirky characters.
• Ninja I & II: Unleash your inner ninja in thrilling 2-player Quick Time Event (QTE) challenges, featuring diverse mini-games and a magical “Black Box” art style.
• Orebody Binder’s Tale: An authentic 8-bit run and gun shooter set on the alien world of Orebody, where players control an orphaned battle bot named Binder on a mission to avenge their mentor’s death by confronting their creators in the Floating City of Galvanstad.
• SkateCat: Meet SkateCat, the adventurous skateboarding feline that’s all about the ride. Join this cool cat as he takes to the streets and skate parks for a thrilling, high-speed adventure. – Recently featured on Game Center CX
• Space Raft: Embark on a music-infused adventure as you recover stolen master tapes and release the new Space Raft record.
• Yeah Yeah Beebiss II: Become Kyonshi Hui and Jiangshi Bo to defeat evil in 100 levels in this mythical sequel to a legendary unreleased game.
• HexaWars (Bonus Indie Game / Retro-Inspired): Engage in fast-paced twin-stick shooter action against shape-based foes, testing your skills and resolve. Note: Not an NES game.

There are also secret unlockable bonus games, but no one knows what they are (not even me).

A physical copy of 8-Bit Brigade for Switch takes a $60 pledge, but if you act quick, you can take advantage of the Early Bird tiers that reduce both the cost of the game and the price of shipping. The campaign will run until April 30; the game is projected to ship this December.

#8BitBrigade for #NintendoSwitch physical is now live on Kickstarter!

Check out this trailer for games in the collection and pledge today! ☺️

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— Nami Tentou ? (@NamiTentou) March 31, 2024

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