When Can We Expect Screenshots or a Demo?

[marty mc fly 2015]

i want to see some screen shots of the game and demos

[RingmasterJ5]

Screenshots? Very soon, probably. Demo? Not until the game is out.

[Strayth]

First episode is FREE for God's sake, why would you want a demo ?

[Alan Johnson]

@Strayth: He wants multiple demos. Duh.

But yeah, the first episode is basically a demo. More media is on the way (no timeframe on that) but it's coming.

[PedsterUK]

But yeah, the first episode is basically a demo.
A full demo then?

A demo is usually just a few scenes with a few puzzles.

NB. Or were you being sarcastic?

[Vainamoinen]

Pedster, the first episode is "full length", but nonetheless, it's free. It's like the best demo ever, one fifth of the entire game. ;)

[PedsterUK]

If its free, I want a part-refund on my pre-order price then! :D

[Vainamoinen]

I see, you've been there. :D

[Cyphox]

gnaaaaah,normally a full season game by telltale costs about 35 bucks. (in the past)

so only paying 25 bucks for a full game (even if you get the first episode for free) is a good deal, isnt it?

and you get puzzle agent for free. so if THATS not a good deal, what is?

[PedsterUK]

I was over-heavily being sarcastic there..... English humour rules!!!!

[Cyphox]

i wasnt sure about that.... :D

and yeah, british humor is awesome. indeed it is.

for example, the office, little britain, little britain usa, god i just love it....

edit: just thinking of shawn of the dead right now.... i have to stop this.... british humor is just to much... someone should write a book about it.....

[PedsterUK]

Seriously, I shouldn't be here, I'm nearly 40!! That said, the films did come out in my teen years, so that has to count as "ok", right?
It was Monkey Island, yet again, made in my teen years, that first made me buy TT stuff...

[Cyphox]

that not bad, i'm not that far away from getting 30, thats not as bad as getting 40 (dont wanna offend anyone here), but its still HEAVY, isnt it??

HEAVY?? get it? damn....

edit: and it doesnt matter how old you are, if youre a fan of telltale and in this paritcular case a fan of bttf, YOU SHOULD BE HERE!!!!! no matter what...

[jp-30]

Seriously, I shouldn't be here, I'm nearly 40!!

Don't worry, there are plenty of old timers here.

[Vainamoinen]

Just five months after the announcement, the gaming world is so hyped up about this game and we haven't even had a real glimpse of the graphics! First trailer is set for December 02, and a month from now, the release of the first episode will be imminent.

These release schedules are incredible. Does any other successful company manage something like that?

Anyway - the DeLorean's engine has started. There are only five to seven weeks left for pre-release information and marketing, I can't imagine that they won't be put to use. I wouldn't bet on "three screens next week", but we're close now. So close. ;)

/edit: I'm as old as Marty would be now, minus ten years.

[Pinchpenny]

These release schedules are incredible. Does any other successful company manage something like that?

Polyphony Digital (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Polyphony_Digital) operate on an incredibly tight schedule and are known industry-wide for producing and getting the game to market in insane speeds.

[MonkeyMania]

This "free episode" is the modern equivalent to a shareware version. Man I miss those.

[Secret Fawful]

Wait, is the first episode free for good or just until the pre-order deal ends?

[Vainamoinen]

As the BTTF Blu Ray boxes with the "code" are still sold after the BTTF game is released, I'd go ahead and say "free for good". :D

[docbrown2015]

@Strayth: He wants multiple demos. Duh.

But yeah, the first episode is basically a demo. More media is on the way (no timeframe on that) but it's coming.Hey that's cool! I'll be looking forward to that.

[doodo!]

Free "free"? Or like buy a whole season and get one episode free free?

[Strayth]

Free free .

You don't have to buy anything else.

[seson3churious]

like fee free or partially free free?

[Vainamoinen]

Ermmmm... end of derail, please? ;)

[henkdijkstraal]

Because its very simple, I am not going to buy BTTF if I don't know if it will be my 'kind' of game. I will certainly download a demo version and if I like it, I will be buying all episodes. Just like I did with Monkey and SaMax.

[Vainamoinen]

Have no fear. In fact, the first episode will be free - no kidding.

[RAnthonyMahan]

They're giving away the full first episode for free.

http://www.telltalegames.com/bttfoffer/

The code is 121GIGAWATTS.

[MantaScorp]

So for a while there, we were getting juicy BTTF info, updates, and art on a pretty regular basis. We got to see what Doc and Marty look like, we got the fantastic Behind-The-Scenes videos, we got a look at the young Doc, we got to see and hear AJ and Christopher Lloyd...

But then it sorta stopped.

We haven't had any true art, new info, or substantial updates in a while.

Now don't get me wrong, I love all the blogs with BTTF news, the speculation, the Insider contests and the exclusive message board chats, but they serve a different purpose, I think.

Surely the game is coming together now, and entire sections are nearly done. I know we are supposed to see a trailer in early December, but what about a screenshot, or more concept DeLorean art, or something?

By nature, I'm an impatient guy, and every single day, I log onto the Blog here to see if something magical has been added. I'm just hoping we get to see more before the trailer next month, that's all...

[Captain Mickey]

Well, with the game coming out next month, I'm not entirely shocked that Telltale stopped updating as frequent as they did a month or two prior. If there is anything we should be waiting for, it's the trailer of the game.

But that's usually a week or so before the game's release.

[MantaScorp]

Yeah, I don't mean to convey a sense of entitlement like we deserve any updates, it's just that I wish we could start seeing some kind of screenshots, or hear a snippet of soundtrack, or even view some more concept art.

[Origami]

^
I think we ARE entitled to some new info. I mean, for almost a month now the website isn't updated. Maybe a new or behind the scenes would be nice. Or at least fill in a vague synopsis :P

[Secret Fawful]

You'll get info in December when the trailer airs.

[SHODANFreeman]

The Facebook game doesn't count, then?

[markeres]

Maybe their deal with Spike prevents them from releasing any in-game info before the trailer airs?

[RAnthonyMahan]

I seriously doubt we'll see anything new prior to the trailer. I think one of the factors in it is that Poker Night at the Inventory comes out this month. Telltale probably wants to get that game (and its promotion) out of the way before going back to focusing on BttF.

[Vainamoinen]

I think we ARE entitled to some new info.

We're "entitled" to nothing. If there's no new information until the actual release (including the info about the release date), you couldn't even sue them. :D

The standpoint that might matter is marketing, of course! Obviously the Facebook game was a shot in that direction, although I absolutely couldn't relate to that. Those three behind-the-scenes movies in three days? That was a glorious hype. After that, things dried up pretty much. Now is the time that such efforts should be most intense, and I'm just not feeling it.

What's with the website updates? The site is still skelettal, every option besides "buy" is still infunctional (that's About, Characters AND Episodes). What's with the yet-unanswered Q&A, still with the team? That's a pity, we've been asking the stuff almost a month ago now. Desktop wallpapers, new concept art, more voice actor and music snippets, first actual graphic glimpses... that's what lures new customers to BTTF, and it's sadly missing.

Get going, guys! There's no time machine in real life! :D

[Edward VanHelgen]

http://l-userpic.livejournal.com/87136998/9809800

[Tromeritus]

It's killing me as well, but I concur with the sentiment that they're still pushing Poker Night atm. Once that finally drops, the BttF promotion should start flooding in.

It's better that they take their time with the game instead of rushing to meet the anniversary releases.

[Rather Dashing]

I don't think we're entitled to anything, but considering many people simply won't buy unless they see something substantial(or at least see the system requs) and all new information is going to be valuable marketing at this point, I think it's advisable to release some more info. I could go without it until release, I just don't think it makes sense.

[Origami]

It's better that they take their time with the game instead of rushing to meet the anniversary releases.

Owh, I don't disagree. I would even be able to hold out till february for episode 1 if it means a lot more polish and quality. They definitely shouldn't rush it.
But that doesn't mean a company shouldn't release info from time to time.

One new artwork would be nice. =)
Maybe upload a high-res version of the ones we saw in the behind the scenes clips.

[Rather Dashing]

Maybe upload a high-res version of the ones we saw in the behind the scenes clips.
Wait, these (http://vip.telltalegames.com/files/universal/concept/bttf090110/) aren't hi-res enough for you?

[Origami]

I am talking about Lone Pine Mall and Doc's lab.

[Rather Dashing]

BAM! (http://imgur.com/4KJ4E.jpg)

...okay, I just cut that one out of the video. Heh.

[MantaScorp]

The Facebook game doesn't count, then?

I have to say something here. As a big fan of Bejeweled and Puzzle Quest and other match-three games, I am utterly unable to play the Blitz through Time game due to its difficulty. The fact that your speedometer runs back to zero after three seconds or so is ridiculous! I hear all these people talking about the lines they are hearing in the game, and I can't get to a place where I can hear them. It's sort of punishing...

Oh, and no, it doesn't count because it's not really an update.

[Silverwolfpet]

We should just keep ourselves busy until the first trailer. Let's make a fangame with bttf! hahano, maybe we shouldn't...

For me, it's awkward, as I want to see new stuff but at the same time I don't want anything spoiled!

[Alan Johnson]

I'll be posting a few new early access assets on the Insider Forums tomorrow. Pre-order now if you haven't already.

[Origami]

Talk about great timing. :D

@Mantascorp
I'll PM you with help regarding to hearing those lines.

[PedsterUK]

I'll be posting a few new early access assets on the Insider Forums tomorrow. Pre-order now if you haven't already.
What about those who wish to see stuff before ordering?

[Gman5852]

What about those who wish to see stuff before ordering?

Wait for someone who preorderd to post them somewhere(but be careful we have been known to lie about what we were given;))

[Vainamoinen]

What about those who wish to see stuff before ordering?

Party pooper! Next you'll say you can't preorder for PS3 or iPad. ;)

No, honestly, as great as firsthand information is, the release is just too close to actually contain that information in that tiny insider forum for long. Drought_over_soon, I guess. :D

[Origami]

What about those who wish to see stuff before ordering?

Wait it out.
Game related info is only released to us earlier. You'll get to see it eventually.

[Alan Johnson]

If I see a link to the stuff I post in the Insider Forum that user will be banned immediately.

[Strayth]

If I see a link to the stuff I post in the Insider Forum that user will be banned immediately.

Well you probably have no power over those people, since they can still post those things on another website.

[MantaScorp]

I'll be posting a few new early access assets on the Insider Forums tomorrow. Pre-order now if you haven't already.

This is bitchin'!

[xChri5x]

If I see a link to the stuff I post in the Insider Forum that user will be banned immediately.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N_6Kv8F8P5w

[joeldee]

Hi all

Additional game info is definitely coming soon -- and not just Insider Forum only.

Stay tuned!

Joel, Telltale

[MantaScorp]

Hi all

Additional game info is definitely coming soon -- and not just Insider Forum only.

Stay tuned!

Joel, Telltale

Oh, the agony of waiting!!! We're getting sneak previews of teases of glimpses of announcements of info!!! AAAAARGH!!! :D

[Alan Johnson]

Just posted some Insider early access stuff in the Insider Forums. Check it.

[RAnthonyMahan]

Hi all

Additional game info is definitely coming soon -- and not just Insider Forum only.

Stay tuned!

Joel, Telltale

That's great to hear! But just to be sure, do you mean the trailer planned for December 2nd, or something else before that?

[Alan Johnson]

Well you probably have no power over those people, since they can still post those things on another website.

Well, if they were silly enough to use the same username on another site...then I could ban them here.

[marty mc fly 2015]

come on telltale ive been waiting for you to put up some screenshots a long time now

[jmm]

My 2 cents:

@Alan:
It's not a good policy to make threats, unless you want people doing just what
you're trying to prevent only to provoke you. And if you ban someone, people will start complaining about Telltale's attitude (and yours)

@Strayth:
The real point is that if people misbehave, then eventually Telltale will grow
tired of it and will cease to give us advanced access, free stuff and bonuses.

In short "be nice, and Telltale will continue to be nice"

[Silverwolfpet]

I never saw people getting banned for being dishonest on the TTG forums. However, as far as I know, it's the first time I see so much importance given to the private forum. All in a good direction.

I think letting people know what the consequences are is a good thing, especially since BTTF gathered a whole new bunch of people on the forums.

[doggans]

@Alan:
It's not a good policy to make threats, unless you want people doing just what
you're trying to prevent only to provoke you.

I'd say it's better that he announces the consequences upfront, rather than ban someone without warning.

[Spykes]

Dang you all and your fancy Insider Forum! Fine, you've broken me down. I really wanted to get this for PS3 so I could play it on my TV, but since we can't pre-order that version, I've gone and pre-ordered it for PC. I'll probably end up buying it twice...

So can I have my access to said Insider Forum please!

[PedsterUK]

Party pooper! Next you'll say you can't preorder for PS3 or iPad. ;)
You mean you can't pre-order for PS3 or iPad? Great Scott!!!!!!

(actually, the iPad name sounds more like a woman's monthly needs, well, I am English, so I have a crude mind.... mmmmmmuuuuuuahaha.... ok, shhhh for me)

[Origami]

@Alan:
It's not a good policy to make threats, unless you want people doing just what
you're trying to prevent only to provoke you. And if you ban someone, people will start complaining about Telltale's attitude (and yours)

What threat? He is simply stating the consequences. More than reasonable consequences. He is trying to give the pre-orderers the benefits that were promised.
If he doesn't state it upfront you'll get people whining about how they didn't know they would get banned. Trust me.

[Secret Fawful]

My 2 cents:

@Alan:
It's not a good policy to make threats, unless you want people doing just what
you're trying to prevent only to provoke you. And if you ban someone, people will start complaining about Telltale's attitude (and yours)

You know, I was kind of tempted to post a link saying it was BTTF concept art but then have the link actually be a Rick Roll, but I am now too scared of Alan now to do something like that. Terrified even. I check my closet every night to make sure Alan isn't in there.

[markeres]

I check my closet every night to make sure Alan isn't in there.I check my closet every night to make sure Alan IS in there! MUWAHAHAHAHAHA! :D

[Alan Johnson]

You know, I was kind of tempted to post a link saying it was BTTF concept art but then have the link actually be a Rick Roll, but I am now too scared of Alan now to do something like that. Terrified even. I check my closet every night to make sure Alan isn't in there.

Fear me.

Lol jk.

[DrRocketGenius]

I check my closet every night to make sure Alan IS in there! MUWAHAHAHAHAHA! :D

So, you kidnapped Alan but still give him internet access? That's very... considerate.

[xChri5x]

I check my closet every night to make sure Alan IS in there! MUWAHAHAHAHAHA! :D

http://www.hrwiki.org/w/images/2/25/horriblepainting.PNG
Come on in here!!

[Clord]

Because its very simple, I am not going to buy BTTF if I don't know if it will be my 'kind' of game. I will certainly download a demo version and if I like it, I will be buying all episodes. Just like I did with Monkey and SaMax.
Actually it is not an demo, it is just free episode what would normally cost. It is like game episode without price.

[Falanca]

Actually it is not an demo, it is just free episode what would normally cost. It is like game episode without price.

It counts as one, if you think like the whole season is a one big game. So giving 1/5 of the entire game for free fits the description of demos.

[Origami]

Because its very simple, I am not going to buy BTTF if I don't know if it will be my 'kind' of game. I will certainly download a demo version and if I like it, I will be buying all episodes. Just like I did with Monkey and SaMax.



My advice to you is;

Go watch the movies for Pete's sake! NOW!
They're great! I think you can make up an impression from the movies of what to expect from the games.

Up till now everything screams that this will be TellTale's most ambitious project by far.
I think it all boils down to one question: Do you like time travel as a plot element?

[lansed]

so i ordered my free copy of episode 1.
now how do i actually get a copy of the game?

[Jace Taran]

It hasn't been released yet. All orders right now are pre-orders. Once it comes out (sometime this month, but we don't know for sure; Telltale doesn't give a release date until the game is practically don), you will be able to download it from the site.