Ten FTW Season 2 Episode 291 Top Ten Crowd-funded Games

Ten FTW Season 2 Episode 291 highlights the best crowd-funded games of all time. In this episode, the host and his guest discuss the most successful and creative games developed with the help of crowdfunding platforms like Kickstarter and Indiegogo.

The episode starts with an introduction to the concept of crowdfunding and its increasing popularity in the gaming industry. The host then reveals the criteria for selecting the games included in the top ten list, which includes the success of the crowdfunding campaign, the quality of the game, and its popularity among gamers.

The first game discussed is Project Eternity, a role-playing game developed by Obsidian Entertainment. The team raised over $4 million on Kickstarter, breaking the record for the most raised funds for a video game at the time. The host and guest discuss the unique setting and gameplay mechanics of the game, as well as its modern take on classic RPGs.

Second on the list is FTL: Faster Than Light, a space-based strategy game developed by Subset Games. FTL raised over $200,000 on Kickstarter, enabling the team to develop the game independently. The host and guest discuss the game's success in combining tough decision-making, real-time strategy, and roguelike elements in a unique and challenging gameplay experience.

Next on the list is Shovel Knight, a classic 8-bit inspired side-scrolling action platformer developed by Yacht Club Games. The team received over $300,000 on Kickstarter, allowing them to develop and release the game on multiple platforms. The host and guest discuss the game's use of nostalgia and the challenges of making a retro-style game that feels fresh and modern.

Fourth on the list is Pillars of Eternity, another Obsidian Entertainment RPG that raised over $4 million on Kickstarter. The game's setting and characters are inspired by classic RPGs like Baldur's Gate and Planescape: Torment. The host and guest discuss the game's deep lore, immersive world-building, and epic storyline.

The fifth game on the list is Broken Age, a point-and-click adventure game developed by Double Fine Productions. The team raised over $3 million on Kickstarter, allowing them to create the game in two separate acts. The host and guest discuss the game's whimsical story, stunning art style, and the challenges of developing a modern adventure game.

Sixth on the list is Wasteland 2, a post-apocalyptic RPG sequel to the classic game developed by inXile Entertainment. The team raised over $3 million on Kickstarter, allowing them to create a game that stays true to the original while also modernizing the gameplay mechanics and graphics. The host and guest discuss the game's unique setting, immersive atmosphere, and challenging gameplay.

Seventh on the list is Darkest Dungeon, a challenging dungeon-crawling RPG developed by Red Hook Studios. The team raised over $300,000 on Kickstarter, allowing them to develop the game independently. The host and guest discuss the game's unique Lovecraftian horror setting, immersive narration, and punishing gameplay.

Eighth on the list is Mighty No. 9, an action side-scrolling game developed by Comcept. The team raised over $4 million on Kickstarter, enabling them to create a spiritual successor to the classic Mega Man series. The host and guest discuss the game's unique mechanics, challenging levels, and the controversies surrounding the game's development and release.

Ninth on the list is Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night, another side-scrolling action game developed by Inti Creates. The team raised over $5 million on Kickstarter, enabling them to create a game that pays homage to the classic Castlevania series. The host and guest discuss the game's impressive art and music, challenging gameplay, and the development challenges of creating a game that meets the expectations of its passionate fanbase.

Finally, the tenth game on the list is Star Citizen, a space simulation game developed by Cloud Imperium Games. The game has raised over $300 million on crowdfunding platforms, making it the most successful crowdfunding campaign ever for a video game. The host and guest discuss the game's massive scope, ambitious goals, and the controversies surrounding its development and release.

Overall, Ten FTW Season 2 Episode 291 offers an insightful and entertaining look into the world of crowd-funded games. The host and guest provide valuable commentary and analysis of each game on the list, exploring their strengths and weaknesses, and the challenges and opportunities of developing a game with the help of crowdfunding.