Why Early Access?

“We are launching Popo & Rob in Early Access to engage directly with our community during the final stages of development.

As a casual-friendly FPS, the game’s unique freedom of movement and surface orientation mechanics are best refined with player feedback.

Early Access allows us to iterate on gameplay mechanics, balance the factions (Popo and Rob), and optimize character skills and gun types based on real player experiences.

Your input is essential in shaping the ultimate Popo & Rob experience.”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“We anticipate Popo & Rob will remain in Early Access for about 6–12 months.

This timeframe will allow us to address community feedback, enhance features, and ensure the game meets our quality standards before its full release.

Depending on the progress of development, we may consider extending early access or if we are satisfied with the state of the game, officially releasing the game.”

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

“We plan to add features such as:

- Additional characters with unique skills and playstyles.
- Expanded maps to further leverage the orientation-based movement system.
- Enhanced graphics and polish to align with our anime-meets-Splatoon aesthetic.
- New game modes designed to diversify gameplay.
- Improved balance for characters, skills, and weapons based on feedback from Early Access players.
- Bug fixes and performance optimization to ensure a seamless experience.”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“The Early Access version of Popo & Rob includes:

- Core gameplay mechanics such as 5v5 matches and surface-orientation movement.
- Two factions, Popo and Rob, with distinct characters and abilities.
- A map that showcase the unique freedom of movement and verticality.
- Basic matchmaking and multiplayer functionality.
- Early iterations of the anime-inspired visual style and color palette.”

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

“Popo & Rob is, and will remain, a free-to-play game. However, during Early Access, some monetization systems like cosmetic items or optional battle passes may not be fully implemented.

These systems will be introduced gradually, ensuring they complement the experience without impacting gameplay fairness.”

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

“We are deeply committed to making Popo & Rob a community-driven experience through:

- Regular updates and transparent development logs shared on Steam and social media.
- Open channels for feedback on game balance, maps, and features.
- Frequent surveys and community playtests to gather insights on improvements.
- Engagement through in-game events, challenges, and livestreams.

Your feedback will directly influence the direction of Popo & Rob, ensuring we create a fun, balanced, and engaging game for everyone.

Together, we’ll bring this vision to life!”