10 Video Game Developers Who Genuinely Care About Their Fans
6. Cardboard Computer - Kentucky Route Zero
Kentucky Route Zero is more of a concept than a game. The story of Conway, the hidden highway through Kentucky and the people who travel it has such an ingrained style, mood and emotion that it can be quite daunting for some players.
The point and click action and dialogue choices, for some, seem to lead nowhere and have no consequences. For those willing to dive further, Kentucky Route Zero unlocks a feverish desire to discover the truth behind everything. What makes Cardboard Computer, the three-person team of Kentucky Route Zero so unique is the dedication to this art direction.
At any point over the last seven years, Cardboard Computer could have changed direction to consider the critiques of different publications and players. But they never did. The developer's dedication to its style, and therefore the fans that love it, is astounding. They have taken as much time as they need to correctly tell their story, in the way they set out to originally.
This goodwill, to stick to their vision and the fans that support it, has spread the word of this intoxicating experience. With the final chapter releasing alongside a console edition of the game, soon a new batch of players will be unlocking this marvellous world.