Overview
- Matthias Linda said only the standard PlayStation 4 edition has been delivered, with no shipment of roughly 13 other promised products.
- Physical editions were approved by Sony and Nintendo in late 2023 and were expected in 2024, yet releases failed to materialize.
- Refunds are limited to original Kickstarter backers, with coverage extended to store upgrades made using Kickstarter vouchers but not to independent store purchases.
- First Press Games’ website still lists Chained Echoes physical editions for sale, and media outlets report no response to requests for comment.
- Multiple indie developers have previously reported similar fulfillment problems involving First Press Games, underscoring broader concerns for crowdfunded projects.