Band of Crusaders Devs Discuss Partnership with GOG [EXCLUSIVE]

by

Band of Crusaders Devs Discuss Partnership with GOG [EXCLUSIVE]

As a seasoned gamer with over two decades under my belt, I can confidently say that the news of Band of Crusaders joining GOG’s illustrious lineup has me grinning ear to ear. Having grown up on the golden age of PC gaming and witnessing the rise and fall of countless digital distribution platforms, it’s heartening to see a newcomer like GOG not only thrive but also attract quality titles such as this one.

For enthusiasts of PC gaming, it’s likely that they are acquainted with GOG, a digital distribution service owned by the well-known Polish game development company CD Projekt. The upcoming medieval role-playing game Band of Crusaders, developed by the emerging Polish studio Virtual Alchemy, will debut on GOG as part of a new collaboration between the platform and the studio. While the exact release date is yet to be decided, fans can anticipate finding the game on GOG, alongside Steam, upon its eventual launch.

For enthusiasts longing to set foot in the 1350 A.D. realm of ‘Band of Crusaders’, a world where you command a knightly order battling against demonic forces that endanger European-inspired territories, Game Rant recently held an engaging conversation with the CEO, Dominik Sypnicki, and art director, Kamil Mickiewicz. This chat revolved around their new collaboration with GOG. They delved into how this partnership emerged and explained its implications for ‘Band of Crusaders’, its community, and GOG.

The Story Behind Band of Crusaders’ Partnership With GOG

The collaboration between ‘Band of Crusaders’ and GOG was initiated at the 2024 Gamescom event. During this event, their booths were strategically placed near each other, fostering a close relationship. However, it’s worth noting that ‘Band of Crusaders’ had already piqued the interest of GOG prior to this event, as Mickiewicz later recounted.

Initially, we chatted about the “Band of Crusaders,” GOG, and the community, and it turned out that some people were curious to hear from us as well. Players even began questioning if our game would be available on GOG and tagging our social media profiles. This was something we weren’t aware of, but they seemed to pick up on it.

Additionally, Mickiewicz mentioned that GOG availability was one of the top three frequently discussed topics among members of the Crusaders’ Guild, as indicated in their analytical data.

What Band Of Crusaders’s GOG Partnership Means For The Game And Its Community

Band of Crusaders Devs Discuss Partnership with GOG [EXCLUSIVE]

Sypnicki further discussed the implications of including “Band of Crusaders” on GOG, emphasizing that it will enable players to enjoy the game across various formats and devices. This extends to previous versions of the upcoming medieval fantasy title, a feature supported by the GOG platform and in line with Virtual Alchemy’s principles promoting player autonomy. Mickiewicz also clarified this point.

As Dominic pointed out, the freedom to choose is key here. It’s not just about shaping your character in the game, but also when playing on GOG. They offer an intriguing opportunity – you can opt for older builds of games from their platform if you’re yearning for a trip down memory lane and want to experience the game as it was a few versions back. In essence, they give you the power to do just that!

The “Band of Crusaders” game offers an additional degree of player freedom through elements such as its adaptable skills tree system that lets players customize their crusaders based on their preferred playstyles, rather than being restricted by classes. This makes the upcoming release of “Band of Crusaders” not only enticing for existing fans but also for gamers searching for engaging RPGs from the GOG library. Our preview of “Band of Crusaders” hinted at an exciting blend of real-time strategy, tactical combat, a classless progression system, and management features, promising a unique gaming experience when it releases on PC.

Read More

2024-10-17 16:04