Steve Purcell comments on cancellation Sam & Max 2

[Erwin_Br]

Well, up to now I thought the cancellation of Sam and Max 2 might have something to do with some problems during development of this title. Maybe it wasn't turning out that good. Kinda what happened with Full Throttle.

But then I read the following message from Steve Purcell himself, the creator of Sam and Max:

LucasArts' sudden decision to stop production on Sam & Max is mystifying. Sam & Max was on schedule and coming together beautifully.

I couldn't have been more pleased with the quality of the writing, gameplay, hilarious animation and the gorgeous 3D world that Mike Stemmle's team has created. The rug has been pulled out from under this brilliant team who've so expertly retooled Sam & Max for the 21st century.

I'm extremely frustrated and disappointed especially for the team who have devoted so much effort and creativity to Sam & Max. It's a shame to think that their accomplishments, as well as the goodwill that has been growing in the gaming press toward this project, will all go to waste due to this shortsighted decision.

Thanks everyone, for continuing to make your feelings known.

Steve Purcell

Source: www.mixnmojo.com

I must say, this news makes me furious! The management of LucasArts is even more idiotic than I already thought. :rant:

--Erwin

[interman]

yeah, totally. it'd be one thing if the game wasn't looking good at all, but when it was coming together so well then it's nothing but an insult to lucas arts' _former_ fanbase.

[delirium]

too bad

those dudes just rock.