Dave Gilbert | 
07 30th, 2006| 
Occasionally, I get the urge to half-jokingly-not-really-seriously ask you guys for money. If you scroll down this page, you’ll see a few “MAKE A DONATION” buttons scattered haphazardly amongst my various entries. I didn’t really expect anyone to take me up on the request, and quite rightly nobody did.
However, I will soon have something of legitimate value to offer you people. Something tangible to entice you away from your hard-earned cash. And that something, ladies and gents, is called…
Super Shivah Deluxe!
For the low, low cost of five American dollars, you will get this sparkly new edition of “The Shivah” that contains…
A full voicetrack!
I have spent the last month working with professional actors on the game, and they totally breathed new life into the characters. It has been a fantastic experience working with them, and I am very excited about how it’s turned out.
Hm? Not enough, you say? A professional voicetrack isn’t enough to make you release your vise-like grip on your wallet? Well, fine. You cheapskates. How about…
A professionally remixed soundtrack!
The music of The Shivah gets put through the wringer by a professional musician, transforming it into sweet delightful tones that will make your ears tingle with deliciousness.
Eh? Still no dice? Yeesh, there’s no pleasing you people. OK, I’ll throw in…
A dvd-style audio commentary!
While you play the game, you have the option to have me chime in to discuss various aspects of the game. I’ll be discussing things like the inspiration behind various characters and events, behind-the-scenes drama and intrigue, what concessions we had to make in order to make the deadline, and much more!
What? That STILL isn’t enough? Perhaps this will seal the deal:
Extended storyline and puzzles!
The game will be slightly extended to take advantage of a few puzzles that didn’t make the final cut. The puzzles will reveal a bit more backstory into the villian of the game.
Fantastic, right? No? You want MORE? You’re bleeding me dry! Alas, you’ve got me over a barrel, so I’ll add some bonus extras like:
– early character designs
– behind-the-scenes dialog between me and the actors
– blooper reel
Also, you’ll have the satisfaction of knowing that you have supported independant adventure games (and, more importantly, me).
This deluxe version of the game will be available in two weeks, on August 14th, 2006. I have not missed a deadline yet, and I don’t plan on doing it this time. Your purchase of the game will go towards supporting and spearheading my next project, which I will also announce on the 14th.
Until then, I thank you for your continued moral support.
