Originally scheduled for release on October 31, Mina the Hollower was ultimately delayed indefinitely. Given the success of Shovel Knight, we might have thought that Yacht Club Games was on solid footing.
Unfortunately, that may not be the case. In an interview with Bloomberg, studio co-founder and director Sean Velasco said that sales of Mina the Hollower will determine the future of the company.
“It’s double or nothing, that’s for sure. If we sell 500,000 copies, that’ll be perfect. If we sell even 200,000, that would be really great. If we sell, say, 100,000, that would be less good.”
Although Shovel Knight has sold over 3 million copies, the studio has already “spent most of its capital.” The workforce has also been reduced and a second project put on hold. Velasco still wanted to be optimistic, saying that even if Mina the Hollower were to be a failure, Yacht Club Games could survive. It would just need more money.
It’s always tough to hear about delays, especially for a highly anticipated game like Mina the Hollower. Hopefully, this extra time will allow Yacht Club Games to deliver a polished experience. Looking forward to seeing what they have in store!
I completely agree; delays can be disappointing for fans. It’s interesting to consider how these extra development periods can sometimes lead to a more polished final product, though. Hopefully, the team at Yacht Club Games can use this time to enhance Mina the Hollower even further!
You’re right, delays can definitely impact excitement levels. It’s also worth noting that sometimes a delay can lead to a more polished final product, so hopefully the extra time will allow Yacht Club Games to deliver something truly special with Mina the Hollower.
delays can lead to a better final product. In the case of Mina the Hollower, taking extra time might allow the developers to refine gameplay and polish graphics, which could ultimately enhance the overall experience for players. Itโll be interesting to see how this decision affects their long-term success.
That’s a great point! Taking the time to refine the game could really enhance the overall experience. Plus, with the buzz around its unique art style and gameplay mechanics, fans might appreciate the wait if it means a more polished release.