What Mina the Hollower's Success Means for Yacht Club's Futu…
The success of Mina the Hollower ensures Yacht Club Games can continue operating and invest in new projects, including a 3D game, while keeping the studio's future secure for now.
The success of Mina the Hollower ensures Yacht Club Games can continue operating and invest in new projects, including a 3D game, while keeping the studio's future secure for now.
Key points - Mina the Hollower sold over 500,000 copies in a few weeks, surpassing Yacht Club's expectations. - Co-founder Sean Velasco said the game kept the studio afloat 'for now' during a Reddit AMA. - Yacht Club plans big updates for Mina, including randomizer and speedrunning options. - Most of the team is working on an unannounced 3D game, teased by designer Alec Faulkner. - PC Gamer's Kerry Brunskill gave Mina a 90% review, praising its gothic combat and scenery.
Timeline - Last year: Cris Velasco told Bloomberg that selling 200,000 copies would be 'really, really great' and 100,000 'not so good.' - A few months ago: Mina the Hollower released and sold over 500,000 copies in a few weeks. - Recently: Sean Velasco said in a Reddit AMA that the game kept Yacht Club alive 'for now.'
FAQ
Q: How many copies did Mina the Hollower sell? A: Over 500,000 copies in just a few weeks, far exceeding Yacht Club's initial hopes of 200,000.
Q: What updates are coming to Mina the Hollower? A: Yacht Club plans to add randomizer and speedrunning options, though no release date has been announced.
Q: Is Yacht Club working on a new game? A: Yes, most of the team is working on an unannounced 3D game, but no details have been revealed yet.
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