I don't like negative comments, but one thought is he's getting attention to get Patrons. which would be ok if he's serious about the new game, so he can raise money. but that's a gamble for us. do you want to support a game that's not started yet?
Honestly, I think he's legit. This "game" looks like quality work. But I'm not willing to take that gamble. he needs to buy what he needs on a credit card and pay it off with the money from the Patrons that support his new game. that way, he's taking the risk. This is all speculation on my part. I wish him good luck.
So it's on hold, so he will get back to it at some point.