Heart Forth, Alicia

A project in Mexico City, Mexico by Alonso Martin
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A '90s-inspired Metroidvania RPG about a young wizard on her journey to stop a Spirit from consuming her homeland.
Backers: 7472
Average Pledge Per Backer: $31

Funded: $232,365 of $60,000
Dates: Apr 16th -> May 16th (30 days)
Project By: Alonso Martin
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Latest News

Heart Forth, Alicia Now Coming to Switch, Not Releasing This Year

September 21st - via: techraptor.net
In a post on Heart Forth, Alicia's Kickstarter, Alonso Martin revealed that his metroidvania RPG is canceling the WiiU port in lieu of a Switch version. (Read More)

Heart Forth, Alicia officially coming to Switch, Wii U version cancelled

September 18th - via: gonintendo.com
The developers of Heart Forth, Alicia said that they were considering a Switch release some time ago, and today they've confirmed its in the works. That's the good news, but the bad news is that the Wii U version is now cancelled. (Read More)

I can't wait to play Heart Forth, Alicia on Switch when it's finally done

September 17th - via: destructoid.com
The latest Kickstarter post serves as a status update, offering insight into where Heart Forth, Alicia is at right now (the "backbone" is nearing completion) and why development is slow-going (every dungeon introduces new mechanics "to keep things fresh for the player," and there's loads of optional content). (Read More)

Livestream is on right now!

May 14th - via: kickstarter.com
Watch us at twitch.tv/echlyn!The stream will feature all kinds of things, including more gameplay footage of the game and answers to any questions you may have. We'll also have a bunch of awesome guest games coming over, and we'll play through some... (Read More)

Update 17: Wii U keys, Final Countdown Stream, Guest Games, Fan Art Contest!

May 14th - via: kickstarter.com
Wii Stretch Goal Smashed! What an amazing journey this has been! Within only the last few hours, we have shot through the Wii U goal and are quickly headed for the Remix Album & Nintendo 3DS stretch goals! We deeply appreciate all the help and... (Read More)

Heart Forth, Alicia Reaches Kickstarter Goal with only 34 Hours Left

May 14th - via: alwaysnintendo.com
The beautifully designed Heart Forth, Alicia by Alfonso Martin has only recently just passed it’s 200,000 dollar Wii U stretch goal! The game is said to feature classic RPG elements and gameplay inspired by Metroid and Castlevania. Keep an eye out for this one folks, it looks like fans of either RPGs, Metroid, or Castlevania will get their satisfaction. (Read More)

Update 16: The Final Countdown!

May 12th - via: kickstarter.com
Welcome, everyone, to the final hours of Heart Forth, Alicia's Kickstarter.  It's been a wild ride, and thanks to all of your support it's been far more successful than we had ever hoped. But it's far from over. With that said, let's talk about... (Read More)

Feature: Kickstarter's Wii U and 3DS Campaigns - 12th May

May 12th - via: nintendolife.com
It's that time again when we provide updates on a batch of Kickstarter projects currently doing the rounds for Wii U and 3DS. It seems that there's some momentum around the Wii U eShop, in particular, as we're consistently being pointed to fresh projects that have included Nintendo's home console in their funding targets. As always this focuses on existing projects, so those already funded or otherwise aren't included. (Read More)

Live Stream with HFA, Frogatto, Environmental Station Alpha & Adventures of Pip + Fan art contest!

May 8th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey everybody! Congratulations on breaking $180k! We're looking forward to sprinking some live instruments into the game and can't wait to give you guys a listen once we start getting everything together. Let's keep on trucking towards that Wii U... (Read More)

Feature: Kickstarter's Wii U and 3DS Campaigns - 5th May

May 5th - via: nintendolife.com
As always the focus is on current campaigns or those that have been completed in the past week, so those that have dropped off the list do so as they are now finished. (Read More)

Heart Forth, My Dear, Heart Forth

May 5th - via: cliqist.com
He smiled at the two of us with such pride and joy, as if we were something grand. This wizard was proud of Höstra and I, considering we were the last wizards of any bloodline. But somehow, I had the feeling we had grown into something bolder and stronger . Maybe it’s getting to my head but I cannot shake this inexplicable feeling of an impending event that is life changing. (Read More)

Update 14: Console add-on guide & Paypal counter

May 4th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey guys! We've already rushed past the PSVita goal and are on our way to reach the remaining stretch goals. Many of you have been super helpful by spreading the word about the game, there's still enough time to reach these stretch goals! We've also... (Read More)

Kickstarter - Heart Forth Alicia Adds Wii U & 3DS Stretch Goals

May 4th - via: nintendoenthusiast.com
We reported back in April, that Alonso Martin’s Heart Forth Alicia, a 1990′s inspired Metroidvania RPG could be heading to Wii U. In the project’s thirteenth update, Martin has revealed stretch goals not just for a Wii U version, but also a handheld version for the 3DS family of systems. (Read More)

QOTW – 5/4 – Most Anticipated Crowdfunded Games

May 4th - via: cliqist.com
What crowdfunded game are you most looking forward to? (Read More)

Update 13: Wii U/3DS Ports, Live Instruments, and the Remix Album!

May 2nd - via: kickstarter.com
Hey everyone! We may not have passed $165,000 yet, but we're so excited about this next update that we’ve decided to share the good news: Nintendo has approved us for development! That means Heart Forth, Alicia is now able to come to the Wii U.... (Read More)

Update 12: PS4 / Vita copies are up!

May 1st - via: kickstarter.com
Digital versions of Heart Forth, Alicia for PS4 and PS Vita are now available as $5 add-ons. Handling the ports this way allows us to integrate these extra versions into our campaign fairly easily and without disrupting our tier structure or denying... (Read More)

Update 11: Kickstarter Shout-outs!

April 29th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey everybody! We’re closing in on that $165,000 goal… exciting, isn’t it? If we keep this pace up, we should be able to announce more exciting stretch goals within a few days! What will they be? We can’t spill the beans yet, but we’re... (Read More)

Heart Forth, Alicia – Previewed

April 28th - via: cliqist.com
It’s all a lie. The legends, our history, it’s nothing more than a lie conceived to enwrap us in ignorance and safety. At least, in theory it would. What if everything we understood about our world’s existence were a complete lie? What would you do? (Read More)

Update 10: Paypal Option, Upgraded Challenge Dungeons, Ultimate 'Ancient Áumma' Tier

April 27th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi everybody, Hope you all had a great weekend! We’ve been working hard to line news up for this week and keep our momentum going as we near the mid-point in our campaign, and so with that being said, let’s jump right into the new stuff! Paypal... (Read More)

Update 9: Introducing Manami Matsumae, composer of Mega Man, Mighty No. 9, and more!

April 25th - via: kickstarter.com
Well, that went by faster than we expected! And now that we’ve hit our milestone, the time has come to reveal who our mystery composer is! We’d like to introduce a very special person who we’re incredibly lucky to have the chance to work with.... (Read More)

Feature: Kickstarter Monthly Round Up - Issue One

April 24th - via: pushsquare.com
Crowdfunding website Kickstarter is almost certainly the only location where your laundry simulation game will make you an overnight millionaire. However, with the money lending destination’s games section looking a lot like an ant’s nest of console, computer, and mobile ventures, it can be difficult to discover new projects targeted at Sony’s suite of systems. Fortunately, we’ve got your back, and have rounded up all of the potential applicants, allowing you to spend more of your time dreaming up ideas for your own campaign – like an ironing stretch goal. (Read More)

Help us fill out our FAQ! Kickstarter Shout Outs, too!

April 23rd - via: kickstarter.com
Hi everybody!  Hope your week is going well, and that everyone's happy about the stretch goals we put up yesterday! We're closing in our revealing our mystery composer, so keep on spreading the word and we might have that down in as little as a few... (Read More)

Update 7: New Stretch Goals, Foe Demiurge Tier, and Add-ons!

April 23rd - via: kickstarter.com
We have some great news today for both new backers and old! $150,000 - New Secret Zone! At $150,000, we’ll have the funding to develop a new zone for the game. Included in this new area will be new monsters, rooms, secrets and loot, and hidden... (Read More)

Out with the old and in with the new (stretch goals)!

April 21st - via: kickstarter.com
Wow! Congratulations everyone. Thanks to all of you, Heart Forth, Alicia is coming to PS4! We’ll have more details and get the PS4 version of the game into our tiers as we continue our talks with Sony throughout the week.   New Stretch Goals... (Read More)

Metroidvania RPG 'Heart Forth, Alicia' Could Come To Wii U

April 20th - via: cinemablend.com
Joining the ranks of other noteworthy and nostalgia-inducing titles from the crowd-funding platform, is a title from Alonso Martin and crew called Heart Forth, Alicia . (Read More)

Heart Forth, Alicia Already Meeting Stretch Goals

April 20th - via: cliqist.com
Heart Forth, Alicia has already decimated its initial $60,000 goal, and is now being funded to the tune of $107,000 at the time of writing. The great thing is that there are still 26 days left on Heart Forth, Alicia’s Kickstarter, and filmmaker Alonso Martin is now looking to stretch goals for his 90’s-inspired Metroidvania title. I’m a sucker for Metroidvania, and if you’re interested in the genre, you’ll probably be interested in this campaign. (Read More)

Update 5: Mac and Linux Stretch Goals, New Tiers soon, Wii U and Vita news

April 19th - via: kickstarter.com
Two stretch goals conquered, and 150% funded less than 3 days in! It’s nothing short of amazing. To celebrate this awesome milestone, we have some equally awesome news for everyone: Mac and Linux ports will happen at $120,000We held off on talking... (Read More)

Update 4: Kickstarter shout outs and a stretch goal tease!

April 17th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi there everybody!   Wow, almost through our first two stretch goals! Amazing stuff. We’re really surprised to see things moving along so well still, so thanks so much for pushing us forward! First thing I want to do today is make some shout outs... (Read More)

Update 3: Stretch Goals Are Here! New Game+, Challenge Dungeons, and... *drumroll*... the PS4 Port!

April 17th - via: kickstarter.com
It's finally here! Apologies for the delay while we worked out the final kinks, but it’s finally begun! Let’s go through our first set of stretch goals one by one: $75,000 - New Game+ Our first stretch goal is for that good old fashioned RPG... (Read More)

Update 2: Funded! Stretch goals on their way!

April 17th - via: kickstarter.com
Thank you, thank you, thank you! My. Goodness. I cannot believe what has just happened! You guys have funded us in such a short amount of time! We’re funded! I’m in a ridiculous mix of agitation, incredulity and absolute gratitude. Thanks so... (Read More)

First update — Stretch Goals and Chucklefish Games

April 16th - via: kickstarter.com
What an amazing first day! Never in my life did I imagine we'd receive the generous support and excitement we've gotten from you guys. I honestly launched the campaign expecting we'd have a very rough time even getting past the first half of the... (Read More)

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