Penny Blood, the spiritual successor to the classic Shadow Hearts series being developed by the original creator, remains in limbo without a publisher despite continued efforts to move forward. The project faced significant setbacks when Kickstarter campaign organizers allegedly held back funds that were meant to reach the development team. Despite this financial obstacle, the studio has maintained its commitment to completing the game and hasn't shelved the project entirely.
- Penny Blood still lacks a publisher, though development hasn't been abandoned.
- A funding dispute involving Kickstarter organizers withheld money from developers, creating obstacles.
- The creator remains determined to see the spiritual successor to completion.
Shadow Hearts fans have waited years for a successor; Penny Blood's uncertain status means that revival remains conditional on finding financial backing.
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GoNintendo
· Oct 5, 17:47 UTC
Penny Blood dev gives an update on the game, says the team is still looking for a publisher
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Automaton-Media
· Oct 5, 03:52 UTC
Shadow Hearts series creator gives update on spiritual successor Penny Blood. The studio still hasn’t secured a publisher, but has not given up on the project
The project ran into issues after the Kickstarter campaign's organizers allegedly withheld funds from the developers.