First look at Dirk Dashing 2: E.V.I.L. Eye!

[MyGameCompany]

Hey everyone!

I haven't been around much lately. I've been hard at work on a sequel to my secret agent platformer, Dirk Dashing.

BE was kind enough to invite me to announce news about the project. Thanks, BW!

Since I released the original game in 2006, I've worked hard to improve the graphics, adding cell-shading to the characters, lighting effects, and shadows. I added a health system for Dirk, so it's no more instant death when he touches something harmful. I've given Dirk some new moves and new weapons, including a tranquilizer dart gun so he feels more like a spy (vs throwing stun grenades), plus an inventory system so he can carry multiple weapons and gadgets and use them whenever he wants. And I've added a lot more variety of enemies and hazards for the early levels to show off the game's features in the demo.

Here is the first teaser trailer I uploaded last night, showing a bit of footage from the game:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5vewBcenMKE

And here are a couple of screenshots:




The game will be available for pre-order next month for PC, Mac, and Linux. Details are in my July newsletter here:
http://www.mygamecompany.com/Newsletters/july11.htm

I'll let you know when the demo is available. I know most of you are into RPGs, but I also know some folks like multiple game genres, so hopefully someone here enjoys classic platformers!

[TNoyce]

Troy,

It is really cool they let you post that here!

Looking forward to getting my grubby little hands on it when it's available.

[sirdilznik]

You can count me in when the pre-order becomes available. I enjoyed the first game and I'm sure the sequel will be even better. I'm always down for some fun old school platforming.

[MyGameCompany]

Thanks guys!

[MyGameCompany]

A quick update: Dirk Dashing 2 will be available for pre-order on Friday, August 26!

I will have a demo version for Windows, Mac, and Linux containing the first 8 levels that you can freely download and play. Customers who choose to pre-order for $19.99 USD will be given access to the beta version of the game containing the second part of the 5-part story arc, which will provide 8 additional levels to play. As I finish each of the subsequent parts of the story, pre-ordering customers will receive an updated beta containing the new levels, new features, bug fixes, etc. This should happen every 8-10 weeks (roughly every other month) until the game is done. So it will be a lot like playing an episodic game - with each update, more of the story will unfold. Once the game is completed, all pre-ordering customers will receive a free copy of the planned $5 strategy guide, containing level maps, hints, tricks, concept art, etc.

I'm excited about finally unveiling Dirk Dashing 2 and letting everyone play it. It's going to be fun!