Level42 Posted August 12, 2016 Share Posted August 12, 2016 (edited) So, if you need 400 orders at least, how big is the list at the moment ? Considering there have already been 2 runs, I think reaching 400 would be pretty unlikely. I am all for supporting developers of games, especially those who stick out their neck to develop for a "dead" platform like the Lynx. The price of the game was also reasonable enough, plus having the box and manual is cool. However if we won't reach 400, then why not sell the ROM file so the poor "couple" of people who missed out on the first two runs can still enjoy the game ? Edited August 12, 2016 by Level42 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maddog Posted August 12, 2016 Share Posted August 12, 2016 Wow 400 pre orders! That's a lot needed to satisfy a run. Has the sd card even reached that number? I want this game and the timescales isn't an issue but I feel the numbers involved here are going to be tough. What would the price of this game be if we reached the 400? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orange-Phantom Posted August 12, 2016 Share Posted August 12, 2016 I really hope for they guys n' gals out there who don't have a copy of this, that somehow enough interest is got to get this out there again Get the word out there people. :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Level42 Posted August 12, 2016 Share Posted August 12, 2016 (edited) 400 x $40 = $16000 What are the costs of a cartridge, box and manual at 400 copies ? 10 bucks ? I'll gladly send you 30 dollars for just the ROM file. Same profit, no hassle. You can brand it so I can't pass it on to anyone (in fact, I don't even know anyone with a Lynx outside of this forum). Edited August 12, 2016 by Level42 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jazzoff2000 Posted August 13, 2016 Share Posted August 13, 2016 Keen as mustard! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HunterZero Posted August 15, 2016 Share Posted August 15, 2016 I am definitely in for 1 copy maybe 2 if it helps get over the line! Sooner is better than later of course, but waiting a bit is better than not seeing a re-release at all! - J Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stun Runner 87 Posted August 17, 2016 Share Posted August 17, 2016 Oh, hello. We've been getting a lot of e-mails about Zaku lately. We were getting quite a few before the recent mailing list updates, but lately they've been coming in left and right. It's really cool! Zaku is one of my favorite games that we've published here at Super Fighter Team, and I'd really like to put it back into production. Buuuuut... if we did that, it would be on two conditions: 1). We would need to receive at least 400 pre-orders to justify the basic production amount, and cover expenses 2). Due to our high production backlog, the game wouldn't ship until 2018 If either or both of these conditions are major dealbreakers for the majority of people interested in the game, then we just won't be able to do it. Sorry. If not, then we'll strongly consider opening up a pre-order option in the near future. Please weigh in on the subject at your earliest convenience -- here in the forums or directly by e-mail -- so I can get a general feel of the situation. Thanks! When Zaku is eventually in production again, will there be a limit on how many per person? For example if I wanted to order 2 carts. Or would anyone who orders only be allowed to buy 1 ? Me personally I would buy 2 copy's. Thanks for the info. Either way, i look forward to this...........peace ✌ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
7800fan Posted August 17, 2016 Share Posted August 17, 2016 I don't think there's a per person limit. If there are 50 people who wanted 1, 25 who wanted 2, and one who wanted 300, they could probably do it. Naturally the big order buyer may be asked to pay up front to show the person is serious about it so they won't get stuck with unsold stock of 300 that would take years to sell off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andromeda Stardust Posted August 17, 2016 Share Posted August 17, 2016 Put me down for one, but I doubt you'll find 400 people like me who want this game... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krip316 Posted August 20, 2016 Share Posted August 20, 2016 I'm def in for 2. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cobra Kai Posted August 20, 2016 Share Posted August 20, 2016 I'm def in for 2. /i don't want two Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krip316 Posted August 20, 2016 Share Posted August 20, 2016 /i don't want two Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Level42 Posted August 20, 2016 Share Posted August 20, 2016 (edited) Soooooooooooooo, no reply from the sellers about my questions/suggestions.......too bad..... Can anybody hit me up,with the ROM file, I don't want to wait until 2018 (or 2032 when we finally hit 400 preorders) where is the list to pre-order anyway ?!?!?) I'm a good boy, I promise to buy 2 carts when it WILL get released. Edited August 20, 2016 by Level42 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeathAdderSF Posted August 21, 2016 Author Share Posted August 21, 2016 Please don't discuss piracy of our games. We place no limits on per-person orders. We want as many people to enjoy the game as possible. Zaku sold 600 units in total already, and I'm confident there's still ample demand. The only question is: how ample? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Level42 Posted August 21, 2016 Share Posted August 21, 2016 (edited) Funny......all,of a sudden you do seem able to read my postings here......mission accomplished ! I asked earlier in this thread: - where do we get on the pre-order list - how long is the listt at the moment so we can have a bit of an idea of how realistic it is that it will be released - if a cartridge release will not make 400 pre-orders, why not sell the ROM file ? Those were my questions and they went without any response, but now I seem to have your attention ...... I also didn't ask for any pirated copies, I just would like the bridge the time until I can buy 2 copies from you. I did post that too, but you seem to have missed that as well. I know it won't happen though, why would anyone who has backed up Zaku give it away to anyone ? I was just trying to get some attention from you, and it worked Edited August 21, 2016 by Level42 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Level42 Posted August 21, 2016 Share Posted August 21, 2016 We want as many people to enjoy the game as possible. Well, if that is true, put it in Public Domain LOL......come on, you want to make as much money out of it as possible, which is fine because there was a lot of hard work put in Zaku, that is clear enough and I hope the money you make is enough to trigger you to consider more Lynx releases, so Ithats why I am all for it, that's also why I'd buy two copies.....The more money you make on it, the better. But be honest and straightforward about this......it is not a homebrew, it's a commercial product. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maddog Posted August 21, 2016 Share Posted August 21, 2016 @ Clean Larry, any chance of letting us know what the cost will be for the game when its released (I have faith we will get enough!!) Also, can we get an idea of what numbers you have on the waiting list at the moment. Maybe a seperate post on a list? This is a small community but very close and if we want to get behind something we do. I'm sure if we put our minds to it we could rustle up alot of orders on this game 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GadgetUK Posted August 21, 2016 Share Posted August 21, 2016 You could also just swap PCB - it doesn't need to be curved lip official looking cart. Just speak to Lynxman or design your own PCB, then there's no issue with min 400 orders etc. Seems the most logical answer to me. If you are thinking it's hard to dump the ROM, you're wrong, it has been dumped by several people already, so there's no real benefit of sticking with the curved official looking cart, other than presentation. Moving to a different PCB means you just need 50, 100 people etc. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jazzoff2000 Posted August 21, 2016 Share Posted August 21, 2016 @ Clean Larry, any chance of letting us know what the cost will be for the game when its released (I have faith we will get enough!!) Also, can we get an idea of what numbers you have on the waiting list at the moment. Maybe a seperate post on a list? This is a small community but very close and if we want to get behind something we do. I'm sure if we put our minds to it we could rustle up alot of orders on this game I think a separate pre-order list thread would be a good idea... I'm sure once word gets out there'll be enough interest. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mvirtuale Posted August 22, 2016 Share Posted August 22, 2016 On ebay I saw: http://www.ebay.it/itm/182238691747?_trksid=p2060353.m1431.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krip316 Posted August 22, 2016 Share Posted August 22, 2016 I absolutely agree with everyone else, it's time for a pre order list. I've seen it for other items here and it does make it more clear instead of having conversation mixed in with interested potential buyers. Makes it easier for the seller to gauge the interest. And since you need a certain amount before you start, it's a no brainer. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sapicco Posted August 23, 2016 Share Posted August 23, 2016 There's one on eBay for 250 bin right now. I am gonna snatch that up since I don't want to wait. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Level42 Posted August 23, 2016 Share Posted August 23, 2016 (edited) No way in the world that I would ever pay that for a single game. Well, I did buy arcade games for prices like that.....and a bit more.....but that's not really a fair comparison.... Edited August 23, 2016 by Level42 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BadPricey Posted August 23, 2016 Share Posted August 23, 2016 There's one on eBay for 250 bin right now. I am gonna snatch that up since I don't want to wait. I would be patient and watch it for a bit. That is a lot of money for one game. Whilst Zaku is a nice game, the graphics are beautiful and the controls are great, it's only a shoot'em up. In my opinion and note this is only my opinion Zarlor Mercenary is a better shoot'em up. I've seen lots of high priced Lynx games on eBay drop in price after no one has bought it first time round the auction. Rgds BadPricey 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andromeda Stardust Posted August 23, 2016 Share Posted August 23, 2016 On ebay I saw: http://www.ebay.it/itm/182238691747?_trksid=p2060353.m1431.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT eBay Italia. Shipping to US not available. Is this the same seller that posted the other auction linked in the EOTB thread? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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