Should Shatter be remade for current gen consoles? [UP: Because of this thread, it will be!] [Up2: Coming Late 2022]

[Giga Man]

Sorry to bump, but is there any progress on this remaster/remake? Breakout is one of my favorite genres, so I'm very interested in this.

 

[FinFunnels]

Whoa, Shatter was legendary in the early PS3 digital days.

 

[WillyGubbins]

I subbed to PS Now specifically so I could play Shatter.

 

[ThisOne]

Sorry to bump, but is there any progress on this remaster/remake? Breakout is one of my favorite genres, so I'm very interested in this.

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Damn you.

 

[Jamesac68]

Fully agree with being curious for an update.

 

[MarioW]

Sorry to bump, but is there any progress on this remaster/remake? Breakout is one of my favorite genres, so I'm very interested in this.

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So, yes, there is an update. The external team we were working with has basically finished their work on the port. We spun up an internal team about a month ago to handle the remaster aspects of the exercise. That includes reworking the user onboarding, UI, color grading, effects, menus, etc. We are also just looking at whether a 5.1 mix of the soundtrack is viable.

Can't talk about platforms, pricing, or release timing as yet, other than to say "early next year" is the window to keep an eye on.

 

[Joule]

hype

 

[Blackthorn]

So, yes, there is an update. The external team we were working with has basically finished their work on the port. We spun up an internal team about a month ago to handle the remaster aspects of the exercise. That includes reworking the user onboarding, UI, color grading, effects, menus, etc. We are also just looking at whether a 5.1 mix of the soundtrack is viable.

Can't talk about platforms, pricing, or release timing as yet, other than to say "early next year" is the window to keep an eye on.

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Wonderful news! You have at least one guaranteed sale from me.

 

[Tendo]

Wonderful news! You have at least one guaranteed sale from me.

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And another from me! What a gem from that era!

 

[Dust]

So, yes, there is an update. The external team we were working with has basically finished their work on the port. We spun up an internal team about a month ago to handle the remaster aspects of the exercise. That includes reworking the user onboarding, UI, color grading, effects, menus, etc. We are also just looking at whether a 5.1 mix of the soundtrack is viable.

Can't talk about platforms, pricing, or release timing as yet, other than to say "early next year" is the window to keep an eye on.

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Is the OST untouched? Please tell me all Module's tracks are in😭

 

[NewDust]

Woohoo. Still crazy excited for this. Hoping for new/remixed stuff from Jeremiah, but if not that is cool too.

Also if anybody can help me out... I've purchased an album from Module on bandcamp but it has since been deleted. It was a live album. I might have it still on an archived HDD, but not sure.

 

[Huey]

So, yes, there is an update. The external team we were working with has basically finished their work on the port. We spun up an internal team about a month ago to handle the remaster aspects of the exercise. That includes reworking the user onboarding, UI, color grading, effects, menus, etc. We are also just looking at whether a 5.1 mix of the soundtrack is viable.

Can't talk about platforms, pricing, or release timing as yet, other than to say "early next year" is the window to keep an eye on.

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🙏 wonderful, thanks for the update. In day one.

 

[TΛPIVVΛ]

This is such a wholesome thread and this game and soundtrack look right up my alley used to love some breakout this has some unique concepts and their from NZ 🤙🏾 Churrr bro

 

[Oneself]

So, yes, there is an update. The external team we were working with has basically finished their work on the port. We spun up an internal team about a month ago to handle the remaster aspects of the exercise. That includes reworking the user onboarding, UI, color grading, effects, menus, etc. We are also just looking at whether a 5.1 mix of the soundtrack is viable.

Can't talk about platforms, pricing, or release timing as yet, other than to say "early next year" is the window to keep an eye on.

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I'm ready! I thought it was dead.

 

[foxuzamaki]

So, yes, there is an update. The external team we were working with has basically finished their work on the port. We spun up an internal team about a month ago to handle the remaster aspects of the exercise. That includes reworking the user onboarding, UI, color grading, effects, menus, etc. We are also just looking at whether a 5.1 mix of the soundtrack is viable.

Can't talk about platforms, pricing, or release timing as yet, other than to say "early next year" is the window to keep an eye on.

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Sweet

 

[Ze_Shoopuf]

Ok great progress update!

I loved the original so much - I will definitely be buying this.

 

[DetectiveKenobi]

I loved Shatter when I got it on the humble bundle and I hoped I could have played it on PS4. That soundtrack was awesome. Shatter was the closest we ever got to the old "Ricochet" games that you can no longer buy/play.

 

[Dreenk]

I was just thinking about this thread the other day (when listening to the soundtrack) and forgot to come search for it, so nice bump - and even nicer update!

 

[krae_man]

So, yes, there is an update. The external team we were working with has basically finished their work on the port. We spun up an internal team about a month ago to handle the remaster aspects of the exercise. That includes reworking the user onboarding, UI, color grading, effects, menus, etc. We are also just looking at whether a 5.1 mix of the soundtrack is viable.

Can't talk about platforms, pricing, or release timing as yet, other than to say "early next year" is the window to keep an eye on.

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So, you're saying an Intellivision Amico release is possible? OMG HYPE!

 

[androvsky]

So, yes, there is an update. The external team we were working with has basically finished their work on the port. We spun up an internal team about a month ago to handle the remaster aspects of the exercise. That includes reworking the user onboarding, UI, color grading, effects, menus, etc. We are also just looking at whether a 5.1 mix of the soundtrack is viable.

Can't talk about platforms, pricing, or release timing as yet, other than to say "early next year" is the window to keep an eye on.

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So, uh, is it too late to ask about a possible VR version, ala Tetris Effect? Looking forward to it either way. :)

 

[Elandyll]

So, yes, there is an update. The external team we were working with has basically finished their work on the port. We spun up an internal team about a month ago to handle the remaster aspects of the exercise. That includes reworking the user onboarding, UI, color grading, effects, menus, etc. We are also just looking at whether a 5.1 mix of the soundtrack is viable.

Can't talk about platforms, pricing, or release timing as yet, other than to say "early next year" is the window to keep an eye on.

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Wow, thanks for the update!
Love shatter, and I hope the OST will carry over.

 

[CJCW?]

I look forward to buying it again.

 

[bounchfx]

stoked! really loved this game, looking forward to buying the remaster

 

[UnluckyKate]

Super hype.

Soundtrack is god tier

 

[MarioW]

Is the OST untouched? Please tell me all Module's tracks are in😭

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Yes, the full original soundtrack will be there.

Module is actually producing music again since last year after a number of years away. You can find some of his latest stuff here https://module.bandcamp.com/

So, uh, is it too late to ask about a possible VR version, ala Tetris Effect? Looking forward to it either way. :)

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Not planned at this stage, sorry.

 

[SmittyWerbenManJensen]

Never played this but love the soundtrack. Will definitely be getting it. Excited to hear that it's official.

 

[Le Dude]

Huh, never saw this thread before but it's just such a cool saga that I wanna pick up the game just to support the devs (it also helps that it looks super fun). I'll have to keep an eye out for release!

 

[Pancoar]

I'm glad this thread was bumped or I'd have no idea this was happening. Really nice to see stuff like this. I'll definitely pick up the remake.

 

[Instro]

Sick I'll definitely buy again.

 

[Wishbone Ash]

Damn I can't wait. I have fond memories of many "early" PSN games but this was a step above

Bring over Wizorb while you're at it gaming gods, I own all platforms I'm not picky but switch would be good

 

[Flambe]

Best breakout, best soundtrack. Day one baby

 

[HanSoloCup]

If only we could get a repress of the OST on vinyl. One of the best soundtracks ever!

 

[MarioW]

If only we could get a repress of the OST on vinyl. One of the best soundtracks ever!

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As it happens, we found another box of vinyls. They just don't have the sticker with the numbering and Module's signature.

 

[HanSoloCup]

As it happens, we found another box of vinyls. They just don't have the sticker with the numbering and Module's signature.

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!!! Are these going to put up for sale? I've been looking for a copy for the last year.

 

[MarioW]

!!! Are these going to put up for sale? I've been looking for a copy for the last year.

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Probably. We had a bit of a manual process around selling these, and the people involved have switched around roles. If we can get that sorted out, and get them available for sale, then I'll post here or in the game vinyl thread.

 

[AstralSphere]

Never heard of this game but that footage looks great. Looks like a really fun take on the Breakout formula.

Keeping an eye on this.

 

[Dust]

Yes, the full original soundtrack will be there.

Module is actually producing music again since last year after a number of years away. You can find some of his latest stuff here https://module.bandcamp.com/

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Hell yeah. I am definitely getting this remaster. I actually really like Module as an artist..

This was one of my go to "thinking/drinking" tracks.

 

[Stop It]

Shatter soundtrack in 5.1?

MarioW you can't just tease these things, that's just not on!

Hoping the remaster process goes well and more people can experience Shatter again.

 

[Bopp]

Holy shit. If this gets released on PS5, pleeeaaaase add a platinum :D

 

[Nakenorm]

Wow I love shatter, this is awesome

 

[tzare]

So, yes, there is an update. The external team we were working with has basically finished their work on the port. We spun up an internal team about a month ago to handle the remaster aspects of the exercise. That includes reworking the user onboarding, UI, color grading, effects, menus, etc. We are also just looking at whether a 5.1 mix of the soundtrack is viable.

Can't talk about platforms, pricing, or release timing as yet, other than to say "early next year" is the window to keep an eye on.

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Great.
If a ps5 version is in the works, i hope you make use of dualsense's haptics, i think Shatter is one of those games that would really benefit from it.

 

[Creepy Woody]

Oh hell yes I loved shatter back then. I forgot I even owned it should still be on my PS3.

 

[Alek]

Would love this on PS4/5 and Switch :)

 

[345]

So, yes, there is an update. The external team we were working with has basically finished their work on the port. We spun up an internal team about a month ago to handle the remaster aspects of the exercise. That includes reworking the user onboarding, UI, color grading, effects, menus, etc. We are also just looking at whether a 5.1 mix of the soundtrack is viable.

Can't talk about platforms, pricing, or release timing as yet, other than to say "early next year" is the window to keep an eye on.

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awesome news. i really loved shatter on PS3 (and flick kick football on my iphone 3G like 11 years ago...)

 

[Cthulhu_Steev]

I thought this was the worst bump, but now MarioW has said it's still on track, it's the best bump!

 

[HanSoloCup]

Probably. We had a bit of a manual process around selling these, and the people involved have switched around roles. If we can get that sorted out, and get them available for sale, then I'll post here or in the game vinyl thread.

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That would be amazing! Thanks for the update and good luck with the remaster (Day 1 for me)!

 

[MrHealthy]

So, yes, there is an update. The external team we were working with has basically finished their work on the port. We spun up an internal team about a month ago to handle the remaster aspects of the exercise. That includes reworking the user onboarding, UI, color grading, effects, menus, etc. We are also just looking at whether a 5.1 mix of the soundtrack is viable.

Can't talk about platforms, pricing, or release timing as yet, other than to say "early next year" is the window to keep an eye on.

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FUCK YES.

I really should try and finish up the trophies in the PS3 version.

 

[Triggerhappytel]

So, yes, there is an update. The external team we were working with has basically finished their work on the port. We spun up an internal team about a month ago to handle the remaster aspects of the exercise. That includes reworking the user onboarding, UI, color grading, effects, menus, etc. We are also just looking at whether a 5.1 mix of the soundtrack is viable.

Can't talk about platforms, pricing, or release timing as yet, other than to say "early next year" is the window to keep an eye on.

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Nice. My five year old son loves the soundtrack; we play it in the car all the time. I got my PS3 out of the cupboard about 18 months ago for them but it soon croaked so he's never had a chance to play the actual game. So I'll definitely get it for him when it's re-released as he's really curious about it!

 

[demondance]

This game was sick. Day one for a remaster.

 

[GWX]

Amazing that this rerelease is still on track! Hopefully iOS will be in the list of platforms, would love to play this on the go (Switch would do the job too, I guess).