15 April 2014

King of Dragon Pass for Android Update

When I woke up this morning, I noticed that there was starting to be talk about a port of King of Dragon Pass. Since I knew I wouldn’t be able to post in depth for another 11 hours or so, I posted a quick note. Unfortunately, this ended up not clarifying things, but instead propagated some misinformation.

It’s impossible to call things back on the Internet, but in an attempt to correct what I wrote incorrectly:

Yes, we have authorized HeroCraft to port King of Dragon Pass to a number of platforms. And while information on their web site mentioned PS Vita and Windows Phone, they have not really announced anything. I should have waited for them.

They do have an Android version of King of Dragon Pass. I have run an early build on a Kindle Fire HD 7 inch. And I now know that they plan to launch first on Android, and then consider other platforms.

But other than that, there is not much I can say. The game will be published by HeroCraft  so pricing and availability is up to them. I’m sure they will let everyone know.

I can speak on a few questions:

What version will the Android port be?
Given that A Sharp has not finished the 2.3 update, I would expect it to be based on 2.2.x. (I’d have to track down exactly which version I sent them.)

Will 2.3 come to Android?
That would be great. It will be up to HeroCraft.

Didn’t you say Android was impossible?
Originally yes, it was. The Android Market eventually changed.

Will it run on…?
I have only seen it running on a Kindle Fire HD 7 inch. I know that HeroCraft is well aware that there are many other Android devices. We’ll have to wait for their release to know for sure.

Once again: an Android version of King of Dragon Pass 2.x is in the works. There may or may not be a Windows Phone or PS Vita version. My apologies to HeroCraft for posting this morning.

13 comments:

  1. Not a problem. These things happen. I will gladly buy it for Android, and again for the Vita if that happens. :)

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  2. Please, please get Herocraft to port it to Vita as well!

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  3. This is excellent news as I have any number of friends on Android devices who want to give it a shot. Can you share any details about how this came to be?

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  4. Are there any plans to get this updated version on to PC?

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    1. No plans at present. You can at least get the Windows version from GOG.com.

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    2. Yes, I know. I actually have an original disc lying around somewhere. I've been enjoying the game since 1999. Incredible that it's still around. All the best.

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  5. I am eagerly awaiting any news about the Android version. Please keep us up to date!

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  6. Small question here. I really appreciate that You keep updating KoDP even though it's 15 year old, but wouldn't it be more profitable to create KoDP2? I guarantee that I'd like to buy it ;)

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    1. It’s not that simple.

      The 2.3 update is relatively cheap (not much art required, and fairly light QA). It will probably help boost sales and keep the game selling.

      A new game that is anything like KoDP would require a substantial outlay to make. (KoDP had almost 450 scene illustrations and 75 distinct faces, which means a budget at least 75 times larger.)

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    2. That's what Kickstarter is for.

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    3. Hm. I understand, but sooner or later all potential customer base will dry out (everyone interested will already own game). Wouldn't it be a good idea to at least start some work toward KoDP2?

      Nonetheless, I'm awaiting android port eagerly, especially since I sold mine iPod ;)

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  7. Any news from Herocraft? End of 2nd quarter in 3 days...

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    1. There is no official word from HeroCraft. Rest assured we will let you know.

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