Fans of Koji "IGA" Igarashi wasted no time supporting the Castlevania game maker's return to the industry.

The developer on Monday launched a Kickstarter campaign for a spiritual successor to his metroidvania-style games.

Producer of more than a dozen Castlevania titles, Igarashi left Konami last year to form his own studio. But it's clear his popularity didn't wane: "Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night" was fully funded only hours after opening online.

The gamean exploration-focused, side-scrolling platformer featuring RPG and crafting elementsfollows Miriam (pictured), an orphan scarred by an alchemist curse. Players must battle their way through a demon-filled castle summoned by Gebel (pronounced JEE-bill), an old friend whose body has become crystallized by the curse.

"With your help, I hope to create a new game built on some of the classic gaming principles my works are known for," Igarashi wrote in a note to fans. "Thank you for your supportI look forward to leading you in my army of the night!"

Set to ship in March 2017, the game will be available for Xbox One, PlayStation 4 , and PCs. But backers can choose to receive a physical copy of the game, which includes exclusive Kickstarter content like the mighty swordship, a super-powerful hidden boss, and a Kickstarter Edition slipcase.

What's more, all six stretch goals have been funded, meaning gamers can access a second playable character, enter "nightmare" difficulty mode, and gain cheat codes, among other rewards. Plus, voice actor David Hayter (from Konami's Metal Gear Solid) joins the cast as Gebel.

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Voice talent for Miriam and Gebel's best friend Johannes is yet to be cast; keep an eye on the campaign page for future details.

As of press time, Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night has earned more than $1.3 million from more than 17,000 backers. With 31 days left in the campaign, fans can still contributeanything from $5 to $7,500 (the $8,500 and $10,000 rewards are sold out).

For $28, you'll get a digital copy of the game, while $60 earns you a physical copy of the game with special content. Rewards from $100 come with additional kitsch and perks.

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