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Game Boy Advance Title 'Kien' Released After 22-Year Development Journey

Originally started in 2002 by a group of friends in Italy, 'Kien' faced numerous challenges before finally launching on its intended platform.

  • 'Kien' is an action-platformer with RPG elements inspired by Castlevania and Chinese mythology.
  • The game was initially completed in 2004 but could not find a publisher due to high production costs and market skepticism.
  • Fabio Belsanti, the sole remaining developer, revived the project amid a resurgence in retro gaming interest.
  • The game is now available in both physical cartridge and digital formats, with positive early feedback from retro gaming fans.
  • 'Kien' holds the record for the longest development time in video game history, surpassing 'Duke Nukem Forever.'
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