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Dev behind acclaimed PS3 game Journey raises $7 million for next project

Thatgamecompany, the developer of 2012's critically acclaimed PlayStation 3 game Journey, has raised $7 million for its next game, which remains unannounced. In a statement on thatgamecompany's website, the company explained that the funding came from venture capital firm Capital Today and a team of other investors.

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ATi_Elite4386d ago

$7 million? Sure to be more after this article. I heard Journey was totally cool.

I haven't played it but I'm sure I will.

saladthieves4386d ago

You totally should! I would also recommend playing their other two titles (Flower, flOw) as well while you're at it.

Journey has to be one of the best games I've ever played. Period.

karlowma4386d ago

I absolutely agree. Journey is one of the most memorable gaming experiences I've ever had.

Make every effort to check it out. But a suggestion... Give yourself some time. Play it when you can just be alone for a few hours. It is a legitimately moving experience.

gamerfan09094386d ago

I heard they want to be multiplatform, so I guess this helps them. I expect to see their next game on Xbox One if not then at least Steam. They're a good dev so more profits from their games is a good thing.

Spotie4386d ago

Weren't you JUST saying Journey shouldn't score better than Watch Dogs? Doesn't sound like you think they're great devs.

The game is likely to be multiplat, since Jenova already stated as much quite some time ago.

That does not, however, translate into or even imply assured increased profits.

gamerfan09094386d ago

More platforms= more games being sold. It's not really hard to come to that conclusion. And I don't think they're bad devs, I just think 5 hour games should not be compared to 20+ hour games with multiplayer and overall more content for your money.

Chevalier4386d ago

"has the better value and experience. I don't know why this is a debate. "

Because your under some assumption that everyone will get the same experience as you. So does that mean if you think Watch Dogs is a great experience and I don't I'm wrong? It's not semantics or a debate. You like what you like and I like what I like.

I can play a short game and have an incredible experience that not only rivals, but, beats anything else out there, you know why? Because the things I value and like don't necessarily overlap with yours.

Your view of how people should think exactly like you is extremely narrow minded. It comes down to personal experience and what I value as a gamer. Just don't assume everyone should treat their experiences like yours, it's not only belittling ones opinion it's just wrong. You should be more open to what people like and except their opinion as it is, which is a personal view.

If I told you that Watch Dogs was garbage I assume you'd get offended? Guess what I can it might not be my cup of tea,

Spotie4386d ago

More platforms does not guarantee more sales. More POTENTIAL, but no guarantee.

The length of a game is irrelevant, the quantity of the content is irrelevant. It's about the QUALITY of the experience. Journey provides the highest quality experience, regardless of price tag ($15, by the way); if people believe that to be greater than what Watch Dogs brings to the table, then it will have higher scores.

I have spent hundreds of hours in many games over the decades, but none of them have had the impact on me that Journey did. I've spent four times as much on many of those games, and come away with less enjoyment. 500 hours into FFX, one of my favorite games ever; all that time is not as good as the five hours spent playing Journey.

Your view, wherever you get it from, is flat out wrong.

Chevalier4386d ago

How many hours doesn't mean a better experience. If you play a game and it's 50 hours it can still be a shitty experience. A great experience overall is worth more imo.

SoulSercher6204386d ago

More hours does NOT equal a better experience.

gamerfan09094386d ago

You're arguing a semantics game. If Watch dogs is a good game and Journey is a better game and WATCH DOGS HAS MORE CONTENT, MULTIPLAYER, AND DLC, then of course Watchdogs has the better value and experience. I don't know why this is a debate.

MasterCornholio4386d ago (Edited 4386d ago )

" I expect to see their next game on Xbox One"

The only thing that could stop them is the parity clause. It would really suck for Xbox One owners too miss due to that.

@gamerfan909

I think your just bothered that a multiplatform game on the Xbox One has a lower metacritic than an exclusive Indie title on the PS3. Having a higher price tag and more content doesn't always translate to a better experience. This is why many Indie games outperform many AAA games with huge budgets.

SoulSercher6204385d ago

"If Watch dogs is a good game and Journey is a better game and WATCH DOGS HAS MORE CONTENT, MULTIPLAYER, AND DLC, then of course Watchdogs has the better value and experience. I don't know why this is a debate."

Do you realize you just contradicted yourself with this statement? You basically just said Journey is a better game but because Watch Dogs has more content, Watch Dogs is a better game.

Let me put it to you this way. If I played a game that was exciting for 7 hours straight vs. a game that was boring for 30 hours straight, what would be the better experience?

I'll let you figure this one out.

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cell9894386d ago

I hope they get the funds that they need. Art should not be altered or halted because of lack of funds. These guys are masters of art in video games do not slow them down. I hope Sony helps them out

Orbilator4385d ago

Ahhh journey finished way in excess of 30 times so that's about100 hours of gameplay, and the multiplayer aspect just makes it even better. They done flow and flower for ps4 now to but they keeping mum on a journey port.

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Finding Solace in 'Journey'

BY JOHN: As winter approaches, I find myself searching out "cozy" games that I can play when I need a break from the high-octane action and intense competition found in most modern games.  If you're feeling a little jaded by mini-maps covered in icons and a list of quests and side-quests a mile long, I have the perfect game for you.  A serene masterpiece for those looking for a port in the storm.

That game is Journey.

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Sky: Children of the Light Sliding Onto Switch in June

thatgamecompany announced earlier today that Sky: Children of Light is finally coming to the Nintendo Switch this June after many delays due to the pandemic.

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Magog1871d ago

Sad that they went from making amazing games to f2p MTX ridden junk.

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8 Years Later, Journey is Still as Serenely Captivating as Ever

A look back at thatgamecompany’s seminal work nearly a decade after its PlayStation debut.

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techies2219d ago

annnnnnd i got it for free on PSN !!!

Pego2219d ago

At first I was reluctant to spend $20 for a 2.5 hour game but man, it was worth it. What an amazing game.