The Jupiter Hell developers are showing how a Kickstarter is done properly

Jupiter Hell, a project I personally backed is really showing how to do a Kickstarter properly in terms of Linux support and open communication.

I backed the project since the developer has previous experience developing games in the open and supporting Linux with them. They were very friendly when questioned too and to top it off the game sounded awesome.

To my surprise I got a nice email with an update about their development (you can read it here in full):

QuoteWe also have a new programmer on the team. We’ve been getting him up to speed with the code and the engine, and he has already finished his first major project - porting the engine to Linux. We now have Linux support for the game integrated, and the pre-alpha is available for both Windows and Linux (64-bit only though!)

Get in early, test Linux support, port what's needed. Good going guys! In a sea of news about Linux versions being delayed, this was a real delight to read.

You can continue to back their development of Jupiter Hell on the official website.

About the game
Jupiter Hell is a roguelike set in a 90's flavored sci-fi universe. Set on the moons of Jupiter, the game pits a lone space marine against overwhelming demonic forces. Rip and tear zombies, demons and unmentionable monstrosities, using classic weaponry, including (but not limited to!) shotguns, chainguns, railguns and the trusty chainsaw. All to the shine of CRT monitors and the tune of heavy metal!

Dive deep into a true form of the 30 year old roguelike game genre that has resurged in popularity. Experience turn-based, grid-based permadeath and fully procedural levels, all in glorious 3D visuals. Get ready for the spiritual successor to DoomRL, the parody roguelike that years ago streamlined the traditional format and popularised a new wave of accessible roguelikes. Distilled, hardcore gameplay, fast-paced challenge and limitless death all await. Article taken from GamingOnLinux.com.