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End of the Month Progress Report: April
With the Combo Update, weve increased the game's price from $2.99 to $4.99. As weve said, as we release major updates well gradually increase the price. However, we initially anticipated doing this alongside the larger Story Mode updates. Instead, weve chosen to up the price early so that when Act I releases, we can run a sale and hopefully gain some visibility. (You cant run a sale within 30 days of a price increase.) Were pretty buried on the store page at the moment, and a sale will help. If youre reading this you likely already own the game, but we wanted to be transparent. Also, we want to clarify we wont increase the price again until (~30 days before) the next major update after Act I of Story Mode.
On the topic of visibility, we also want to announce that were changing the title of the game. I like the title KOP KILLER 22XX. It goes hard. However, its hurt us when it comes to promoting the game. We want this game, its themes, and its content to be as uncompromising as possible, but if no one ever sees it, that doesnt matter. There are other factors that have limited the games reach, but weve received multiple messages from streamers and press outlets expressing that theyd cover the game if not for its title. The algorithm does not approve.
Anyways, on to the fun stuff! Act I of Story Mode should be publicly available no later than the middle of June. The title change will cause a slight delay as we update the store page, title screen, etc. but the content for Act I is largely finished. To give you just a taste of whats on the way, here are some screenshots followed by a brief explanation of what to expect:
Youve likely seen this big fascist chicken in the trailer. This ED-209 inspired boss is named after a greedy prince of Hell and dimwitted nazi dog whistle. The creeps at Homan Corrections are even less subtle than the goofuses that named their game Kop Killer. Mammon sports two massive miniguns, beak-mounted flamethrower, and a missile rack with a lock-on guidance system. The perfect tool for stopping every crime from loitering to non-violent street protests. The fight itself will require help from all your comrades to win!
Thats right! Story mode is more than just brawling. It includes plenty of hand-crafted platforming to keep you on your toes. All of the abilities in your core move-set really shine here. More traditional platforming foes with simple movement patterns are interspersed with the more relentless AI Kops.
Unlike Arcade Mode, your comrades in Act I have more than one line of dialogue. Youll begin to learn the backstories of Titus, Vilma, Brother and Shakeel in this installment. Youll discover more about the nature of Homans nefarious deeds and the grim world of the 23rd century.
Story mode features numerous secrets to discover. Exploration is rewarded with powerful upgrades. But beware! Most of these powerful upgrades are guarded by puzzles and combat challenges. Hopefully, this preview whets your appetite until we can make Act I publicly available. Were at the finish line and just adding polish / fixing bugs. We cant wait for your feedback to help us make the game even better. Please share your thoughts in the comments!
[ 2023-04-28 16:08:38 CET ] [ Original post ]
Hello everyone! Our game has been in Early Access for nearly two months now, and we wanted to update you on our progress and future plans. For one, we plan to start making a post like this at the end of each month. But, before I dive into more information about Act I, there are two important issues I have to address.
PRICE CHANGE
With the Combo Update, weve increased the game's price from $2.99 to $4.99. As weve said, as we release major updates well gradually increase the price. However, we initially anticipated doing this alongside the larger Story Mode updates. Instead, weve chosen to up the price early so that when Act I releases, we can run a sale and hopefully gain some visibility. (You cant run a sale within 30 days of a price increase.) Were pretty buried on the store page at the moment, and a sale will help. If youre reading this you likely already own the game, but we wanted to be transparent. Also, we want to clarify we wont increase the price again until (~30 days before) the next major update after Act I of Story Mode.
NAME CHANGE
On the topic of visibility, we also want to announce that were changing the title of the game. I like the title KOP KILLER 22XX. It goes hard. However, its hurt us when it comes to promoting the game. We want this game, its themes, and its content to be as uncompromising as possible, but if no one ever sees it, that doesnt matter. There are other factors that have limited the games reach, but weve received multiple messages from streamers and press outlets expressing that theyd cover the game if not for its title. The algorithm does not approve.
STORY MODE
Anyways, on to the fun stuff! Act I of Story Mode should be publicly available no later than the middle of June. The title change will cause a slight delay as we update the store page, title screen, etc. but the content for Act I is largely finished. To give you just a taste of whats on the way, here are some screenshots followed by a brief explanation of what to expect:
Boss Fights
Youve likely seen this big fascist chicken in the trailer. This ED-209 inspired boss is named after a greedy prince of Hell and dimwitted nazi dog whistle. The creeps at Homan Corrections are even less subtle than the goofuses that named their game Kop Killer. Mammon sports two massive miniguns, beak-mounted flamethrower, and a missile rack with a lock-on guidance system. The perfect tool for stopping every crime from loitering to non-violent street protests. The fight itself will require help from all your comrades to win!
Platforming
Thats right! Story mode is more than just brawling. It includes plenty of hand-crafted platforming to keep you on your toes. All of the abilities in your core move-set really shine here. More traditional platforming foes with simple movement patterns are interspersed with the more relentless AI Kops.
Story (duh!)
Unlike Arcade Mode, your comrades in Act I have more than one line of dialogue. Youll begin to learn the backstories of Titus, Vilma, Brother and Shakeel in this installment. Youll discover more about the nature of Homans nefarious deeds and the grim world of the 23rd century.
Secrets
Story mode features numerous secrets to discover. Exploration is rewarded with powerful upgrades. But beware! Most of these powerful upgrades are guarded by puzzles and combat challenges. Hopefully, this preview whets your appetite until we can make Act I publicly available. Were at the finish line and just adding polish / fixing bugs. We cant wait for your feedback to help us make the game even better. Please share your thoughts in the comments!
[ 2023-04-28 16:08:38 CET ] [ Original post ]
KOP KILLER 22XX
Morningstar Game Studio
Developer
Morningstar Game Studio
Publisher
Q1 2023
Release
Game News Posts:
12
🎹🖱️Keyboard + Mouse
🎮 Full Controller Support
🎮 Full Controller Support
Positive
(49 reviews)
Public Linux Depots:
- [177.39 M]
GAMEPLAY
Get ready to bash some fash in KOP KILLER 22XX! This beat-em up, action platformer features fast-paced, bloody combat with a retro aesthetic. Advanced, AI-controlled enemies hunt you through gritty prisons, hopeless factory towns, and opulent sky-cities as you assemble a team of comrades to take down KAPITAL. Climb fencing, mantle ledges, hang from bars, and leap from walls as you outmaneuver KAPITAL Operatives (KOPs) in search of upgrades to expand your move-set. Punch, kick, and shoot your way through endless hordes of fascist foes.
KOP KILLER 22XX is in Early Access and currently features a thrilling ARCADE MODE. Battle your way through randomized arenas as you compete for the high score on global leaderboards. ARCADE MODE presents endless hours of combat against procedurally designed encounters against a diverse rogues’ gallery of KOPs. Between fights, you’ll be able to select power ups and recruit comrades to better face the increasingly difficult hordes of fascist foes. As Early Access progresses, expect exciting new content, QoL updates and balance tweaks based on YOUR feedback!
-=COMING SOON! =-
KOP KILLER 22XX will add a preview of its carefully crafted STORY MODE. Filled with engaging platforming action and compelling narrative, STORY MODE will offer a fully fleshed out, narrative adventure. Battle bosses, make friends and enemies, and discover the secrets of the fortress-city known as KAPITAL.
STORY
In the late 23rd century HOPE IS DEAD. A vile conglomerate of oligarchs lord over the fractured territories of the Americas from a floating fortress-city known as KAPITAL. This de facto cartel-state maintains control over the continental populace via KAPITAL OPERATIVES, brutal thugs more commonly known as KOPs. A paramilitary force composed of die-hard loyalists and brainwashed warriors, the KOPs carry out KAPITAL’s bidding while keeping the street gangs and ethno-nationalist warbands tightly under their thumb. They call this violence THE LAW.
In KOP KILLER 22XX you are the KOP KILLER, a humble miner turned CYBORG KILLING MACHINE from the toxic pit-town called Greenwater. A feud among KAPITAL houses renders the digital scrip you’re paid in utterly worthless. To afford the anti-rad meds needed to survive Greenwater, you and your fellow workers turn to a life of CRIME!
Arrested and sold to the highest bidder, you’re sent to Homan Correction, a hellish prison known for human experimentation. The overseers select YOU for the WARRIOR program, where they intend to hack away at your mind and body to transform you into an obedient KAPITAL OPERATIVE. A mysterious accident interrupts the process before they take control of your mind, unleashing you on the Prison to dole out your own brand of JUSTICE.
KEY FEATURES
Get ready to bash some fash in KOP KILLER 22XX! This beat-em up, action platformer features fast-paced, bloody combat with a retro aesthetic. Advanced, AI-controlled enemies hunt you through gritty prisons, hopeless factory towns, and opulent sky-cities as you assemble a team of comrades to take down KAPITAL. Climb fencing, mantle ledges, hang from bars, and leap from walls as you outmaneuver KAPITAL Operatives (KOPs) in search of upgrades to expand your move-set. Punch, kick, and shoot your way through endless hordes of fascist foes.
KOP KILLER 22XX is in Early Access and currently features a thrilling ARCADE MODE. Battle your way through randomized arenas as you compete for the high score on global leaderboards. ARCADE MODE presents endless hours of combat against procedurally designed encounters against a diverse rogues’ gallery of KOPs. Between fights, you’ll be able to select power ups and recruit comrades to better face the increasingly difficult hordes of fascist foes. As Early Access progresses, expect exciting new content, QoL updates and balance tweaks based on YOUR feedback!
-=COMING SOON! =-
KOP KILLER 22XX will add a preview of its carefully crafted STORY MODE. Filled with engaging platforming action and compelling narrative, STORY MODE will offer a fully fleshed out, narrative adventure. Battle bosses, make friends and enemies, and discover the secrets of the fortress-city known as KAPITAL.
STORY
In the late 23rd century HOPE IS DEAD. A vile conglomerate of oligarchs lord over the fractured territories of the Americas from a floating fortress-city known as KAPITAL. This de facto cartel-state maintains control over the continental populace via KAPITAL OPERATIVES, brutal thugs more commonly known as KOPs. A paramilitary force composed of die-hard loyalists and brainwashed warriors, the KOPs carry out KAPITAL’s bidding while keeping the street gangs and ethno-nationalist warbands tightly under their thumb. They call this violence THE LAW.
In KOP KILLER 22XX you are the KOP KILLER, a humble miner turned CYBORG KILLING MACHINE from the toxic pit-town called Greenwater. A feud among KAPITAL houses renders the digital scrip you’re paid in utterly worthless. To afford the anti-rad meds needed to survive Greenwater, you and your fellow workers turn to a life of CRIME!
Arrested and sold to the highest bidder, you’re sent to Homan Correction, a hellish prison known for human experimentation. The overseers select YOU for the WARRIOR program, where they intend to hack away at your mind and body to transform you into an obedient KAPITAL OPERATIVE. A mysterious accident interrupts the process before they take control of your mind, unleashing you on the Prison to dole out your own brand of JUSTICE.
KEY FEATURES
- Experience white-knuckle arcade action in procedural generated arenas.
- Battle over a dozen AI enemy-types that jump, climb, and fly to hunt you down.
- Collect loads of power-ups to customize your build as you advance.
- Recruit AI comrades with unique abilities to join your fight against KAPITAL
- Compete globally and with your friends on Steam Leaderboards.
- Complete achievements to unlock new content.
- Manage health and ammo through combat choices as you struggle for survival.
- Play using your favorite controller.
- Enjoy bashing fascist goons with cyborg fists of steel.
MINIMAL SETUP
- Memory: 1 GB RAMStorage: 300 MB available space
- Storage: 300 MB available space
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