Help Michael Complete His Dream Game!

I've had the dream of becoming an Indie Software Developer for years! There have been many attempts, and false starts, over the years. What's been missing is full commitment, due to job responsibilities, and financial constraints.

Thanks to Apple, and the advent of the iPhone and AppStore, opportunities for Indie Software Developers has never been so great! Now I can work from home, while taking care of my Mother with Alzheimer's.

I need help. I have very little income, until this game is complete. Once this game is finished, it will generate enough income so that I may become independent again. My equipment is aging and obsolete, and I need to update my production software.

THE GAME: Curious Caverns!



The player assumes the role of Talon the Bat, as he flies his way through an unknown cavern system. Each level presents new obstacles, challenges and baddies to vanquish. The player gains points, and earns achievements along the way.

The game play mechanics, and first level are nearly complete. My ultimate goal is to have at least 10 levels, with additional levels available via in-app purchase as they become available.

I'll post more details and screen shots later.

I am committed to releasing the highest quality product, free of bugs (other than the ones Talon eats)! That means that I have to thoroughly test Curious Caverns on current hardware, running the current software operating system. At this time I only have the first generation iPad, running iOS 5.1.1 This is the maximum supported, the current iOS version is 6 , with 7 coming soon!

WHAT YOUR MONEY WILL GO TOWARD:

- iPad with Retina Display
- iPad Mini
- iPod Touch
This will help with testing for iPhone as well.

- New iMac
For production. Game will also run on the Mac eventually.

- Production Software Upgrades


Thank you for taking the time to read this, and any donation that you can make!


Sincerely,
Michael Briscoe