The Frogs

A project in Fayetteville, NC by Michael Wells
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An ancient Greek comedy done in Renaissance art with 18th century classical music all wrapped up in a point-and-click adventure.
Backers: 161
Average Pledge Per Backer: $33

Funded: $5,259 of $8,500
Dates: Jun 14th -> Aug 13th (60 days)
Project By: Michael Wells
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Latest News

We didn't make it!

August 13th - via: kickstarter.com
We're down, but not out. The Kickstarter wasn't successfully funded, but that's okay. I am super appreciative of everyone who helped support me through it, monetarily and otherwise, and it wouldn't have gotten as far as it did without all of you. I... (Read More)

I'm streaming on Twitch until the Kickstarter ends!

August 13th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey all! I'm live on Twitch right now if you want to come by and chat. Still pretty under the weather, but I'll be trying to go at least until the campaign ends (5pm EDT)! Hope to see you there. https://www.twitch.tv/strbldsnch  (Read More)

Final 24 hours and livestreams!

August 12th - via: kickstarter.com
Hello! We've come up on the final 24 hours of the Kickstarter and we've got some momentum going! I had this massive 24 hour livestream planned with all sorts of ideas for goals and challenges and the like, but I've had some health issues waylaying me... (Read More)

The Frogs is now a "Project We Love"! Let's finish strong!

August 10th - via: kickstarter.com
Less than 3 days to go and now we have a fancy badge! Let's see if that extra Kickstarter bump will help us bring it home, though we do have a ways to go! Everyone's support means so much, and if we don't make it I don't want anyone to feel like we... (Read More)

We're in the last week! Let's make it count! Also, demo livestream tonight 8pm EST (8/6) with therenesance!

August 6th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey all! We've come up to the final week and certainly have a ways to go. The rabbits I thought I had to pull from my hat turned out more Flopsy than Mopsy, but we shall not be discouraged! I am so happy we got as far as we have at this point... (Read More)

We're haflway there!

July 13th - via: kickstarter.com
Well, halfway in terms of time anyway. We've still got a bit to go with funding, but I've got a few irons in the fire that will hopefully help! We've done a pretty great job so far thanks to you all, and I'm excited just to see how far its come. I... (Read More)

German and Chinese Localization. And The Frogs has a Publisher!

July 8th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey all! I'm excited to announce that Whisper Games is going to assist me with publishing The Frogs! This means I'll get help with advertising and PR, which I am really bad at, as well as a bit of funding and, most excitingly, localization! This is... (Read More)

How 700 year old paintings impact a 2500 year old play.

July 1st - via: kickstarter.com
I had an interesting situation recently, when discussing localization with someone, in trying to explain why I couldn't really deliver a script for the game until it's pretty much complete. A lot of that has to do with my style of writing. I am very... (Read More)

Casebook 1899 is SO CLOSE! Also, check out this amazing band that is letting me use their music!

June 25th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey folks! Casebook 1899 is so close to their Kickstarter goal and it's looking great! If you're interested in another point-and-click with a generous demo, be sure to check them out! The late 19th century might not be quite as far back in history... (Read More)

How I do what I do.

June 23rd - via: kickstarter.com
Hey everyone! Just wanted to post an update that delves into my process a bit for those interested in delving deeper into the madness. It's going to be wordy and rambly, so hang on! Working with established paintings has its obvious pros, but there... (Read More)

We're going strong into week two!

June 20th - via: kickstarter.com
I'm loving the buzz I'm seeing out there from folks discovering The Frogs for the first time. It's really nice seeing people enjoying the demo! Hoping for some exciting things in the coming weeks and really eager to work with folks and get their... (Read More)

Wow! Look at that overnight jump! Get it? Jump... like a fro... never mind.

June 17th - via: kickstarter.com
I was going to post celebrating hitting 10% of the goal, then we just blew past it, dangerously careening into the territory of heart palpitations and nearly hitting 20%! You folks are amazing, and I truly appreciate the love and backing I've had... (Read More)

We're Live!

June 14th - via: kickstarter.com
Thank you all so much for getting me this far! Let's just make one more little push!  (Read More)

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