This Harry Potter-Inspired Augmented Reality Game Is Moving Forward, Despite Official Game From Google
On Oct. 10, Maguss Wand began an Indiegogo campaign to crowdfund its production. Within 48 hours, the campaign had raised one third of its $50,000 goal. The game was fully funded on Oct. 23. The next day, the campaign added five stretch goal expansions ranging from $100,000 to $300,000. At the time of this writing, Maguss Wand has received more than $68,000 from 1,100+ backers, more than 125 of whom have claimed perks worth $99 or more.
"[Maguss Wand] is AR with an optimal physical device for more immersive gameplay," Tokar says. "We think it could have higher potential [than Fantastic Beasts], as it is more accessible to almost anyone without a need to be attached with wires to a console."
Maguss Wand may be poised to correct many of the problems users have had with Niantic's "Pokemon Go" gameplay. Pokemon trainers from rural areas had difficulty finding monsters near their homes to capture, and were forced to buy Incense or travel to more populated cities in order to catch 'em all. The emphasis on walking in "Pokemon Go" posed problems for players with mobility impairments.
Tokar's game will reward players for their activity, as "Pokemon Go" does, but the creator says he also wants to ensure that the experience is enjoyable for all users.
Beta-test access is available to all Maguss Wand backers who pledge $25 or more to its crowdfunding campaign. The Maguss Wand beta launches on Dec. 1, with an open beta scheduled for February 2017.
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