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New game from Jonathan Boakes #363265
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Thanks to Gillann, who asked about Jonathan Boakes, and to Rushes, who mentioned a blog, look what I've just found out,this has been written yesterday :

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Lastly, I am working on a new game. Yes. And, it's going to be super. I love the setting (new), the established characters and the threat. It's not as quirky as The Lost Crown, but will use some of the elements created for that game. Those who know my previous games will recognise many plot threads, with some loose strands being tied up. As far as titles go, the game will be called Dark Fall III, which is exciting...to continue the series. The subtitle gives LOADS away, so I'll hang on to that for a bit. In the mean time, rest assured in the knowledge that I am working, very hard, and making the best game I possibly can. It will be point and click, mouse only, with loads of puzzles (of every kind), made for XP and Vista, with adventure fans in mind.



The setting is horribly spooky (I'm surprised the location hasn't been used before), and really does provide a perfect stage on which to tell a ghost story; with lots of stony passages, dark pinewoods and long forgotten hallways. Horror-wise, this game will scare people; I'm constantly leafing through the game document (which is a bit like a walkthrough, for me to keep on top of the story) and adding "more creepiness here" and "needs a jolt here". If you found the crypt ghost or Ager Brothers spooky you may wish to start on breathing techniques now. In all honesty, I love spooky games, and want to make the next Dark Fall as weird and wonderful as possible. Fingers crossed, you should be playing the game by this time next year. I'm aiming for dark nights, as always, but we'll see how it goes. Deadlines have a way of flying past, at an alarming rate. But, one thing is for sure, I will be continuing the series (as its called) with this next game, with more to follow. The Dark Fall is coming...again...and it will know your name...

Get out in the sun!

Jonathan


I love all Jonathan's games, and I'm soooo happy!!!

tomato broccoli yay


Carla happydance

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Re: New game from Jonathan Boakes [Re: Carla] #363269
07/20/08 07:17 AM
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Oh Wow! Thanks, Carla.

We will be waiting impatiently for this game.

Re: New game from Jonathan Boakes [Re: MaG] #363272
07/20/08 08:03 AM
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Wonderfull! Thanks Carla!
happydance
Sounds really great - can't wait to play it.
Yes, pardon, Mr. Boakes, I'm sorry to hear you work hard - but it' s for the best of us all! praise
And I know: you love creating games.

Re: New game from Jonathan Boakes [Re: Carla] #363279
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I don't post too much here anymore but I read the posts daily and when I read that Jonathan Boakes was creating a new game it just made my day. At the end of Lost Crown I felt so sure he was leaving us a giant hint about another game but was afraid to hope...and he is!! The Tex Murphy series has always been my ultimate gaming experience but Jonathan's game are something apart from anything we get to play. They are the most creative, spooky, atmospheric....on and on I could go. I thank you Jonathan for continuing to raise the bar on artistic, historically informative, and frightening gaming. Your games are like getting a thick new novel, curing up before a fire, and getting lost in the pages. Thank you.

Happy Gamer

Re: New game from Jonathan Boakes [Re: Happy Gamer] #363282
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What wonderful news. Thanks, Carla, for letting us all know.


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Re: New game from Jonathan Boakes [Re: JennyP] #363283
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Woo Hoo, will be watching for this one.

Bets


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Re: New game from Jonathan Boakes [Re: flutist] #363286
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Fantastic! thumbsup


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Re: New game from Jonathan Boakes [Re: Rushes] #363293
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Now that is news I love waking up to! Thanks Carla, and a big WooHoo to Jonathan! happydance

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Re: New game from Jonathan Boakes [Re: BrownEyedTigre] #363294
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Hi smile

Excitement building already !! lol

Cheers.

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Re: New game from Jonathan Boakes [Re: Mad] #363308
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That just made my day. yay


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Re: New game from Jonathan Boakes [Re: connie] #363337
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Thanks, Carla

"The setting is horribly spooky " Just love it !!!!

Just hope there aren't too many puzzles that take the adventure out of the game..


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Re: New game from Jonathan Boakes [Re: Darleen03] #363385
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YES!!! broccoli

Re: New game from Jonathan Boakes [Re: Becky] #363415
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Great great smile
We Europeans are still waiting for The Lost Crown, but now we have two great games to look forward to laugh


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Re: New game from Jonathan Boakes [Re: PolloDiablo] #363423
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bravo Oh Wow!! I love spooky. Just can't wait, a year just seems soooo long. LOL. But I'll be a good girl & be patient. Judy


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Re: New game from Jonathan Boakes [Re: judith] #363451
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thanksCarla and thanksJonathan! I love your games!!! bravo


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Re: New game from Jonathan Boakes [Re: PolloDiablo] #363459
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Originally Posted By: PolloDiablo
Great great smile
We Europeans are still waiting for The Lost Crown, but now we have two great games to look forward to laugh


Dear PolloDiablo, here's another bit from Jonathan that can be useful for all us European (and it's true because I checked on play and amazon!)

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The Ghost-Hunting Adventure finally arrived on the 18th, when The Lost Crown finally made its way to stores in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. It is wonderful to finally have it in Britain, given that the game is, without doubt, the most 'English' game ever made; crumpets, miserable vicars, pasties and a none existent train service help cement that fact.



The box art looks great, (thanks Akella!), and Lighthouse have done a super job getting the game recognised outside of the USA. The advertising is super, bold and eye catching; like this Ad in the front cover of The Fortean Times. It was weird opening the mag to find the game staring back at me! I just hope the game pleases those that have been waiting...patiently. Price-wise, the game is a bargain at around £15! 36+ hours of gameplay! Amazon, Play and Game have stock (I've heard its sold out on Amazon 3 times over) so what are you waiting for?


Carla happydance

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Re: New game from Jonathan Boakes [Re: Carla] #363471
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Thanks Carla
yay


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Re: New game from Jonathan Boakes [Re: connie] #363506
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What great news! I haven't yet played The Lost Crown ( frown ) but I hope to soon!

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Re: New game from Jonathan Boakes [Re: joanie39] #363527
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Not sure where you are PolloDiablo but I received my pre-ordered Lost Crown from Play yesterday in UK

Last edited by cris53; 07/20/08 03:45 PM. Reason: mis -spell

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Re: New game from Jonathan Boakes [Re: Carla] #363541
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Thanks so much for the news, Carla! It sounds very intriguing.
Can't wait!
Gillann

Re: New game from Jonathan Boakes [Re: cris53] #363543
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This is great news! I very rarely replay a game right after I finish it, but I got so addicted to the creepy atmosphere of The Lost Crown, the music, and hearing Nigel say, "Nothing ventured...." that I kept the game loaded on my computer far longer than any other game.

Dark Fall III... bring it on!!!

Re: New game from Jonathan Boakes [Re: SuMac] #363595
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Woo Hoo!!! What great news! Jonathan..I love your games. So glad that your doing another. Carla thanks for the fantastic news. I'm going to have a really hard time waiting for this one. happydance


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Re: New game from Jonathan Boakes [Re: GBC] #363634
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Wow, thank you Carla! I have a friend who also enjoys the Darkfall games. She'll be glad to hear this! smile


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Re: New game from Jonathan Boakes [Re: Nalini] #363640
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WooHo!! Can't wait!!! I love your games too Jonathan. Sounds right down my alley. Diane

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Re: New game from Jonathan Boakes [Re: sami5901] #363730
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Yeah I might try ordering via play too, according to Lighthouse Interactive the European publisher, non-UK Europeans have to wait until Q4... not sure why, I don't need my game translated to German/French/Italian/Hungarian, just give it to me in English yay


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