The past meets the present in the best way possible: Echoes of the Unread, the NES-style musical RPG by Clever Cat Games and published by Mega Cat Studios, has already met its Kickstarter funding goal—just 24 hours after the campaign went live.
Developer Matt Tuttle shared a heartfelt video message thanking fans for their overwhelming support, calling the early success “unexpected and greatly appreciated.”
A Storybook World Brought to Life in 8-Bit
Echoes of the Unread blends classic RPG gameplay with a unique, book-themed musical narrative, all designed to run on actual NES hardware. Since the release of its demo nearly a year and a half ago, the game has slowly built a passionate following—one that clearly showed up in force to back the campaign.
Now that the main goal is secured, Mega Cat Studios and Clever Cat Games are preparing to unveil stretch goals that promise even more magic for backers and retro gaming enthusiasts.
Collector Rewards Worth Reading Into
Fans who pledged to the campaign have plenty to be excited about, with a range of physical goodies that capture the charm of Echoes of the Unread:
Shadowbox Art – A 3D Peek into a Storybook World
Included in the Hidden Book tier, this multi-layered shadowbox art piece offers a 3D glimpse into the game’s colorful book-themed realms.
Limited Edition NES Cartridge – Retro Meets Whimsy
This isn’t just a functional game cart—it’s a beautifully designed collectible that pays tribute to the NES era while celebrating the unique aesthetic of Echoes of the Unread. Available in multiple tiers, including The Lorekeeper and Odele’s Redemption.
Physical Soundtrack CD – Rhapsody On the Go
Love the game’s music? The official soundtrack, composed by Rhapsody, is available as a physical CD add-on for all backer tiers.
More Echoes on the Way
With its campaign off to a roaring start, Echoes of the Unread looks like it’s well on its way to becoming a breakout indie hit. Keep an eye out for stretch goals in the coming days—and if you’re a fan of story-rich RPGs, NES nostalgia, or clever collectibles, this is one Kickstarter worth bookmarking.
You can check out the campaign on Kickstarter here and follow the team at Clever Cat Games for updates.
