People's thoughts on Momo V?

[EpicDingo13]

Yesterday a teaser of Momodora V was released (https://youtu.be/iMcits9JMT8), and I was wondering what people think of the new game (keep in mind that this is VERY EARLY gameplay footage).

Personally, I’m pretty excited and think this one will really fun like the others. The new game looks like the gameplay will be very similar to Momo IV (Reverie Under the Moonlight) but in 3d. The movement animation looks like the character just slides around, but it’s really early footage, so I doubt that will stay. The game stars Momo, so I’m happy that the series returned to one of the two main protagonists. The thing that surprised me most by the teaser was not the fact that it’s 3d, but rather Momo’s clothing (no joke). Instead of wearing her usual white dress, she has a black shirt and white skirt like Isadora. Overall, the game looks fun I and I have a lot of faith in the devs.

It’s impressive how rdein seems to reinvent this series with every installment. Because of that, I wasn’t that surprised when I saw Momo V was 3d. Since Momo IV is so amazing, I wondered how Momo V would top it, and since Momo IV is a lot like a 2d Bloodborne, I figured that taking the next game into 3d and becoming even more like a Souls game was a likely possibility. Because of this ‘reinvention,’ the Momo series is so interesting and doesn’t feel stale at all. I’m a large fan 2d action platformers like Momodora, so the move to 3d is not my ideal direction for the series and is a little concerning. I would love to play a 3d Momo game and am very excited for Momo V, but I wonder what that might mean for the future of Momodora. The concern is not a 3d game or a few 3d games, but rather the fact that this series might never return to 2d.

The reveal seems to have gotten mixed reactions, and I understand why: the series’ fanbase probably comprises a bunch of fans of 2d action platformers. Rdein also seems to have disappeared off twitter too which is disappointing because I found him quite entertaining. I really hope rdein and Bombservice continue with this idea because I am excited and think the game will be great (like all other Momodora games). I want to know what the Momo IV community’s thoughts are on the next game's reveal. Do you like it? Do you hate it? Were you surprised?

[Groen90]

My thoughts?
http://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=772063701
I can't wait to see how this turns out.

[mlp_represent]

Lissten a new momo game means its already on my plate no matter what happens, the trailer Imo had great asthetics and really focused on an artstyle I can appreciate, and the translation from 2D to 3D even in its extremly early alpha stages (if you can even call it that) looks solid enough to peek my intrest, besides a 3D metroidvania sounds like alot of fun. With literally the only games I've played in a while being Hollow Knight and DS 1/2/3 and bloodborne, I can see this very easily becoming a great middle ground. Am I suprised yes, concerns about the 3D, again, since it is really early on not really no, and am I excited hell yeh

[Kena]

I'm a little sad they turned away from the 2D style, the way Moonlight looked was super pretty to me. Hopefully things turn out looking a little less stiff animation wise, but it's mostly small nit-picking. I'm excited for it, love Momodora.

[mlp_represent]

Първоначално публикувано от Kena:

I'm a little sad they turned away from the 2D style, the way Moonlight looked was super pretty to me. Hopefully things turn out looking a little less stiff animation wise, but it's mostly small nit-picking. I'm excited for it, love Momodora.

I though it was a super bold thing to do, its not everyday you see an amazing 2D game even think let alone try out designing a 3D game, so far bombproductions has been on point, and seeing them acctaully try this gets me even more excited for the release of this game XD

[wind_candle]

I'm glad to see the devs trying to make a breakthrough after 4 generations of pixel art style 2D platformers. The teaser certainly looks promising.

No idea why early footage of a brand new game caused some "fans" to go ballistic, and I hope this incident doesn't deter the devs from doing what they think is best for the next installment of this series!

[RocketDelivery]

Although it is obvious that the game in current state needs some polishing, it is still early in development. I'm sure that the game will become amazing like Momodora Rutm, given the dev's display of skills in previous series.

As for the game going 3D, I have full confidence in the developer and believe that he has the capability to take advantage of what 3D graphics can offer. This game will certainly come out better than the previous series.

[mlp_represent]

Първоначално публикувано от kes5219:

Although it is obvious that the game in current state needs some polishing, it is still early in development. I'm sure that the game will become amazing like Momodora Rutm, given the dev's display of skills in previous series.

As for the game going 3D, I have full confidence in the developer and believe that he has the capability to take advantage of what 3D graphics can offer. This game will certainly come out better than the previous series.

here's hoping

[Vector]

Actually I'm very surprised, if it's amazing like RUtM, whether it's a 2d game or not, I'll buy it.

[cheru]

Personally I'm really excited about it. What matters is the gameplay and the story to me. And taking a step into 3D seems like amazing progression.

[shootingstarbiscuit]

I love Momodora and I'm super interested in seeing it as a 3d game. I'm pleasently surprised and I'd love to see rdein go ahead with this direction.

[|αη| Il Pizzaro di Pizzaroni]

Concerned, as I'm not quite sure if Momodora's gameplay can translate that well to the lock-on system that seems to be displayed in the teaser. I naturally want it to turn out good as a series fan, but at the same time I don't want to see a great little 2D platformer turn into a mediocre 3D experience. I'll keep my fingers crossed on this one and hope for the best.

[rdein]

Hello everyone,

As I said in another thread, I feel like we have to rethink a lot of things now to move onto the correct direction. The last thing I want is to make a "mediocre experience". I love games. I want to make fun games. Reading the feedback we've got lately has really taken my heart out of the project. For now, I'd appreciate if no further discussion about "Momo V" was held, because the project might be changed/scrapped completely.

I appreciate the messages and feedback, and I understand this is not the kind of game most people want out of a series that was always 2D platformers. I'm extremely sorry for disappointing you like this. I never meant to betray the expectations of our fans. I'm sorry.

For now, we will just keep developing some ideas I have, most likely not related to Momodora. I feel like that's what's best.

[Groen90]

I think a 2d platformer can be just as "mediocre" as a 3d one if you don't put your heart in it... it doesn't matter what kind of game you make, as long as you're having fun making it, it will surely end up being fun in some way. Not for everyone, but screw everyone, right? lol
I always read how certain series become mediocre after they start pandering to the masses, there has to be some truth in that

[shootingstarbiscuit]

Please don't scrap Momodora. I want to see more Momodora games, be it 3d or 2d. Momodora has quickly became one of my favorite game series so it would be a shame for you to move away from it now due to some negative fan feedback. Please keep it up.

[mlp_represent]

Първоначално публикувано от rdein:

Hello everyone,

As I said in another thread, I feel like we have to rethink a lot of things now to move onto the correct direction. The last thing I want is to make a "mediocre experience". I love games. I want to make fun games. Reading the feedback we've got lately has really taken my heart out of the project. For now, I'd appreciate if no further discussion about "Momo V" was held, because the project might be changed/scrapped completely.

I appreciate the messages and feedback, and I understand this is not the kind of game most people want out of a series that was always 2D platformers. I'm extremely sorry for disappointing you like this. I never meant to betray the expectations of our fans. I'm sorry.

For now, we will just keep developing some ideas I have, most likely not related to Momodora. I feel like that's what's best.

That's a bit of a shame, still I'm super excited to see what you guys plan on making beyond this point