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On 11/16/2021 at 2:44 AM, Scrobins said:

Any news on Sam’s Journey? Miss your cool updates!

The project had to be put on hold due to unexpected personal events, but now we're back with the project revived.

On 1/4/2022 at 5:10 PM, WaverBoy said:

Yeah, I hope this project is still in the works!

Confimed!

Hi there, video gamers!

It's been a while since our last update on Sam, but that doesn't mean we've been idle! The game took a huge step towards its release and we are very happy to present you another video!

Some fiery creatures await Disco Sam in the sky, but thanks to his signature twist, he can delay his fall gently and stomp them precisely!

Just click to play:

Sam's Journey (NES) · Sneak Peek #5 · "A Twist In The Sky"

For those new to the party: Sam will be starring in Sam's Journey, a scrolling platform game for the NES with huge levels to be explored, hidden items to be found and secret passages to be discovered.

Stay tuned!

Hi there, video gamers!

This time, we'll see Space Sam in a boss encounter - and it seems he really has a Green Problem here...

Space Sam facing a boss that's spitting dangerous stuff at him

Hi there, video gamers!

There are still tough times out there, and we hope you're all still healthy.

We're still making progress with Sam's Journey, our upcoming platform game for the NES. This time we're presenting you the map that will guide Sam on his Journey through the mystical world.

Sam in the Deep Woods, the second level of the Lowlands

Hi there, video gamers!

What if two different 8-bit systems played the same song? Just for the fun of it, we took the Forest tune of Sam's Journey and put the C64's SID output on the left channel and the NES' APU output on the right. The unique characteristics of both chips complement each other really well.

Sam's Journey (C64/NES) · "Two Chips - One Song!" · C64's SID and NES' APU playing a tune together

12 hours ago, Svambo said:

This game was fantastic on the C64 and it looks even better on the NES.

The visuals on both system are, of course, different. While the C64's colors are more flexible to use, the NES benefits from a higher resolution. The gameplay experience, however, should be the same.

12 hours ago, Svambo said:

I cannot imagine how incredible Super Sam's Journey or Sam's Journey 64 will be 

We cannot either - yet!

3 hours ago, elprincipe said:

Looks fun, love the music too!

Glad you like it!  The complete soundtrack will consist of 19 in-games tunes with a total playing time of about 36 minutes.

16 hours ago, CMR said:

You guys are rocking it. 

We're getting the hang of it.

7 hours ago, dale_coop said:

This video is really awesome... visually!

Thank you, very much appreciated!

Hi there, video gamers!

It's been some time, but now we're back with another update on Sam's Journey for the NES!

Even down in an eerie cave with its dark abyss, the thrust of a jetpack may come in handy. Enjoy our fourth teaser and watch Space Sam using his new power suit to defy gravity and catapult himself to new heights! Just click to play:

Space Sam showing off his new power suit in an eerie underground cave

On 4/26/2020 at 12:06 PM, Svambo said:

Have you thought about adding achievements? Like 'Beaten the game with 100%', 'Beaten the game without dying', 'Beaten the game in unter xx minutes' ...

Like a special Knights of Bytes certificate or a dinner with the developers?

On 4/26/2020 at 12:06 PM, Svambo said:

Can't wait to play this on my NES 

Thumbs up for using real hardware and keeping the spirit alive!

Making progress with Sam's Journey on the NES: Just finished the interior ship levels!

Pirate Sam under deck, facing some undead creatures

We wish you all a Happy Easter with a lot of retrogaming!

Chester

On 4/5/2020 at 1:42 PM, Sumez said:

Knowing how much of a bother that can be to adjust, that's really impressive

Thanks!

To be honest, it's a whole lot of work, but as players of both regions will benefit from this, we think it's worth the effort.

On 4/5/2020 at 1:42 PM, Sumez said:

Let me know when you're going on Kickstarter or whatever so I can be the first to back this!

Deal!

We're certainly going to make a post here, when the time has come.

Hi there, video gamers!

We've been asked if there will be a PAL and an NTSC version of Sam's Journey on the NES. The answer is yes, and we're even going the extra mile and will provide equalized gameplay speeds on both systems! It seems to work well so far!

 

Enjoy this little video study where we play the two versions simultaniously with one controller. Just click to play:

 

 

PAL and NTSC version of Sam's Journey played simultaniously

Stay tuned for further updates!

Chester
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On 3/16/2020 at 10:02 PM, Vectrex28 said:

Oh yeah! I love micros so this is right up my alley!

 You haven't seen all of Sam yet. Stay tuned for updates!

21 hours ago, Svambo said:

I played this game on the C64 - it's for sure one of the best games ever on that machine!

Glad you liked it!

21 hours ago, Svambo said:

Had a lot of fun with this and can't wait to try it on NES.

Due to the specific characteristics of the target systems, the C64 and the NES version will each have their own unique look and sound, which is absolutely fine. We will, however, attempt to provide the same level of playability and joy on both machines!

Hi there, video gamers!

Waiting for an update on Sam's Journey for the NES? Here we go!

Although being a great runner and an amazing jumper, Sam is not at all averse to alternative methods of transportation. The third teaser of our upcoming NES title features Sam in a fiery castle. Watch him climb a web, use moving platforms, and have himself shot across long distances by cannons! Just click to play:

Sam's Journey (NES) · Sneak Peek #3 · "Sam's Castle Ride"

If you're curious to see more of Sam, just stay tuned!
Further updates will be posted as the development progresses.

Chester
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On 2/7/2020 at 5:03 PM, CMR said:

nice!  it looks like you guys are really going to raise the bar for homebrew with this.

To give the fans of platform games on the NES a good time is what we primarily aim for. 

12 hours ago, elprincipe said:

Looks very slick! I hope there will be a non-Kickstarter way to get a copy.

Our yet-to-be-announced publisher just confirmed that there will options to obtain the game after the Kickstarter. The Kickstarter, however, will help us to get the production costs covered.

8 hours ago, Zezzler said:

I remember seeing this when it was being developed for C64, and thought it would be right at home one the NES! Very happy to see you are pursuing actually it! Excited to see it as it develops

Yes, we initially created Sam's Journey for the C64 to bring some NES vibes to that system. And now, with Sam coming to the NES, we're kind of closing the circle!

42 minutes ago, guillavoie said:

This is looking very promising, I'll be watching development for sure. I love the graphics style and the scrolling is very slick, keep up the good work!

Thanks, we will do that!

3 hours ago, TDIRunner said:

Looks fun, and since my oldest son's name is Sam, I tend to gravitate towards anything with his name in it. 

Well, if he's also a bit into retro gaming, then it's win for everyone!

2 hours ago, SuperJimtendo said:

Looking great. Digging the kid chameleon aspect 

Sam has a few more costums in his wardrobe.

1 hour ago, Code Monkey said:

There's a show Atypical with an autistic kid named Sam and his parents made him a board game titled "Sam Takes A Walk" where he encounters unfamiliar situations and has to learn to deal with them.

Interesting, thanks for mentioning. Our Sam will encounter quite some situations aswell, but other than that, they are not related!

56 minutes ago, Code Monkey said:

Is this related to autism in any way?

Not that we are aware of.

11 hours ago, Scrobins said:

I’ve been keeping an eye on your game for awhile, and it’s on my Homebrew on the Horizon thread.

Spotted it, thanks!

8 hours ago, fcgamer said:

That looks amazing. Those graphics, wow!!! Definitely want to try this one out when it gets released.

We're going to post some more stuff very soon.

We're indeed planning on Kickstarting it when we've reached a certain state of progress. We're heading for a physical release, with a cartridge in a box and a printed manual as the "minimum" or "basic" edition.

Hi there, video gamers!

I'm Chester from the Knights of Bytes, and we would like to present you some teaser pictures and videos of Sam's Journey, our very first game for the NES. It's about a cute little hero called Sam who finds himself on an unexpected journey in a strange world.

Sam's Journey (NES) · Title Picture

Sam may look cute, but he is fast and swift! And with the proper suit, he can change his appearance completely and be a fierce pirate with a mighty cutlass! You can see this in our first teaser video! Just click to play:

Sam's Journey (NES) · Sneak Peek #1 · "Here We Go, Sam!"

You've already seen Sam become a pirate with a mighty cutlass, but in the hot desert with its ancient temple ruins, a special climbing ability comes in much more handy. Enjoy our second teaser, featuring Ninja Sam and an Egyptian-style soundtrack! Just click to play:

Sam's Journey (NES) · Sneak Peek #2 · "Sam's Desert Dream"

We're going to post more updates as the development progresses.
So if you're curious to see more of Sam, stay tuned!

Chester
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