Why Early Access?

“This game was created over two semesters by a team of about 60 students. As the official course ends on January 22, the development team will shrink significantly. The Early Access phase allows us to keep developing the game even after the course ends, with the help of any students who volunteer to continue. Through Early Access, we aim to gather valuable player feedback, refine game mechanics, and make continuous improvements. Our goal is to use this input to guide us in bringing the game closer to a finished product, while managing our work in a reduced but committed team setting.”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“With a smaller team and fewer, voluntary working hours, the project will be seen more as a hobby than an assignment. Consequently, the game is expected to be completed by the end of 2025, but don’t rely on that timeframe with full certainty.”

How is the full version planned to differ from the Early Access version?

“Many features and ideas were removed from the game over the course of development due to time constraints and scheduling. We plan to eventually bring in elements like additional enemies, improved audio synchronization, and more levels beyond what is available in Early Access. Other ideas included diverse level designs, different room types, and additional bosses, along with expanding the storyline where possible.”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“The current Early Access build includes functional movement, a test level with enemies, and a grappling mechanic for combat against available enemies.”

Will the game be priced differently during and after Early Access?

“No, this game will remain permanently free.”

How are you planning on involving the Community in your development process?

“To involve the community in the game, we will read through each individual review and take the feedback to heart. Especially with a large number of people, we can work together to identify the game’s core issues.”