ToeJam and Earl originally released for the Sega Genesis back in 1992, complete with big gold chains and funky tunes blasting from oversized boom boxes. And now, the game's creators are bringing the sequel to modern audiences.

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Developer HumaNature teased ToeJam and Earl: Back in the Groove earlier in February , saying they've been too busy working on the project to release any new information. But the sequel's Kickstarter page details features, future plans and backer rewards should Back in the Groove get the $400,000 it needs.Back in the Groove will draw mainly from the first ToeJam and Earl, series creator Greg Johnson writes on the Kickstarter page. Levels will be randomly generated, and a host of traditional features will be implemented. These include a fixed isometric camera, 2D sprites, simple controls and a focus on cooperative play, the last of which will allow for four players, online or split screen.HumaNature will also pull some of the better-liked features from ToeJam and Earl in Panic on Funkotron, the second series entry –– namely, the sequel's Jam Out rhythm-based mini-game, hidden presents, and coin meters. And, of course, 80s-inspired funk music.Johnson says the team is mainly aiming for a PC release, but wants to bring the project to subsequent platforms, should HumaNature acquire the necessary funding and platform arrangements.As of this writing, ToeJam and Earl: Back in the Groove has amassed more than $23,000 USD in funding.

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