Mighty No. 9

[Sakura Leic]

I didn't see anything about a Mighty Gunvolt, I'm guessing it's something only backers can see, what is it?

[Mirby]

No Mighty Gunvolt is something everyone can see. It's an 8-bit classic MM styled game starring Gunvolt, Beck, and some other character.
Mighty Gunvolt First Video ~ 3DS eShop

[Sakura Leic]

That look really cool actually.

[Police Girl]

Mighty Gunvolt is free though. I could see the milking argument if they were charging full price for it, but it's just a fun little side game meant to bring together comcept characters. It's basically the "Mega Man a" of both Mighty No. 9 and Gunvolt, a fun little retro diversion to enjoy.

Alongside another game that nobody really would factor into this crossover (That being GalGun of course.)

Anyway, Backer reward surveys came out (For physical items.) Turns out the Physical copy of the game is just a box and manual, if somebody actually wanted a physical USB Dongle/disc they have to pay extra (Its like $36 extra for a dongle shaped like an NES/Famicom cart.)
Oh well, no point since the game's digital anyway. Just the box is fine, still a bit of a disappointment. Japanese box for me though.

[Soultrigger]

Whoops, missed the part it was free. I guess it's nice exposure as a promotional release. I'm sick of 8-bit. D:

I have to question the association with Gal Gun though, even if the inclusion within the game is harmless. Are they hoping people buy Gal Gun afterwards? Is Gal Gun recognizable enough to boost Gunvolt sales? Are they planning a Gal Gun sequel?

I kind of assumed they would want people to forget about Gal Gun, but I guess it turns out they're proud of it...

[Phi]

I'm sick of 8-bit. D:

Says the man using an 8-bit avatar.

[Soultrigger]

You got me.

Tbh though, I'll probably still play it.

[Police Girl]

I have to question the association with Gal Gun though, even if the inclusion within the game is harmless. Are they hoping people buy Gal Gun afterwards? Is Gal Gun recognizable enough to boost Gunvolt sales? Are they planning a Gal Gun sequel?

I kind of assumed they would want people to forget about Gal Gun, but I guess it turns out they're proud of it...

I would think its more of a "Hey this game is like these other two games lets include the main character from it so we don't have only two characters." kind of thing rather than anything else.

[Reaperoid]

I have to question the association with Gal Gun though, even if the inclusion within the game is harmless. Are they hoping people buy Gal Gun afterwards? Is Gal Gun recognizable enough to boost Gunvolt sales? Are they planning a Gal Gun sequel?

Who gets to argue against Inti throwing another of their titles, into the crossover game that they are making?

[Fxeni]

Yeah, I chose the Japanese Box too, although I took the English shirt since I liked the design of that one better.

[Protoman Blues]

Mighty No. 9 : No. 2 Theme

That's some sexy bass going on right there. I like. I like a lot! 

[Sakura Leic]

I didn't really hear bass so much as beat boxing.

[Protoman Blues]

I bet that can be played on the Bass. I'll just have to learn how to play bass and then try it!

[Sakura Leic]

Probably, just keep in mind that a Bass in terms of music making is very different from the Guitar since it's mostly for harmony.  Probably have to look at the Bass staff more than the Treble staff.

[Protoman Blues]

Well I am good at bringing harmony

[Fxeni]

Well, the music's certainly going to be good.

[OBJECTION MAN]

Nice! The game keeps getting better every time I see something new.

[VixyNyan]

My speedy, (sort-of) high-scoring run of the beta build~ hope you like~

Mighty No.9 Beta (PC) Speed Play

[Fxeni]

The level they chose for the Beta is relatively fun, although more stage hazards and verticality would be cool.

... I also made the game crash. Some things never change.

[kosmos]

Sadly I can't play the beta in my old PC but I have seen a lot of videos and it looks like a lot of fun and it has this "Mega Man" feeling but also has some cool things, not only for gameplay but also in level design and aesthetics. Is really a shame that Capcom don't give a [parasitic bomb] about Mega Man anymore, I beat they could do something like this with a little more budget and make it profitable. At least we have Gunvolt and this game, and I can't be more happy about it.

[Soultrigger]

I really really really really have to disagree with the dash-absorption mechanic. It's a mechanic that has a much bigger impact on the overall design of the game than I originally thought. It's simply not fun having to dash into every enemy to finish them off, and the mechanic just has so many logistical implications on player movement, stage design, and enemy AI that I feel it's a lot more hassle than its worth. I know it's pointless to complain about it since it's way too late to reverse it at this point (it's clear a huge portion of the game is designed around it), but I can't help but voice that I'm not a fan of it. At least, not the way it is now.

The combo system at the moment just feels completely contradictory. You can multiply the points you yield from absorption by chaining multiple kills in one dash, but because the window to get 100% absorption is so short, you often destroy your combo going for a chain dash.

The powerup system I also don't agree with. Having timed powerups which influence your controls or options (i.e. bullet piercing) just creates unnecessary variables in a game where you should be focusing on your enemy. A Contra-like penalty system would be much more favorable, as it would encourage a more methodical approach as opposed to a guns blazing, rushdown mentality, while also making the experience a lot more consistent.

I wish I could be more positive about my feedback, but I honestly thought a lot of design choices came off as jarring or unpolished. For now, I commend them for being experimental and original. The game seems to have potential, but it needs some finetuning and rethinking.

[Phi]

Sadly I can't play the beta in my old PC but I have seen a lot of videos and it looks like a lot of fun and it has this "Mega Man" feeling but also has some cool need things, not only for gameplay but also in level design and aesthetics. Is really a shame that Capcom don't give a [parasitic bomb] about Mega Man anymore, I beat they could do something like this with a little more budget and make it profitable. At least we have Gunvolt and this game, and I can't be more happy about it.

The grammar. It hurts.

I know you can do better, kosmos.

[thefallenalchemist]

My speedy, (sort-of) high-scoring run of the beta build~ hope you like~

Mighty No.9 Beta (PC) Speed Play

Do all backers get access to the beta? I have yet to receive it.

[Sakura Leic]

I think it's only those who payed a certain amount, like $80 unless I'm wrong.

[N-Mario]

am I the only one who noticed the gun fire shots sound exactly like those from MegaMan X PSN games 4-6? If not, then I'm pretty sure I've heard those sound fx before somewhere.