Why Early Access?

“Currently, much of CHROMA+ELEKTRON is completed and it can be played from start to finish. However, there remain a number of bugs and I'm actively looking for player feedback on critical aspects of the game.

Several elements of the game are not yet set in stone, such as enemies, weapon balancing and mechanics, and overall difficulty. Releasing the game in Early Access would let players meaningfully contribute to the game, offering feedback on the game and its mechanics, balancing and other qualities. As an action game designed to be difficult, CHROMA+ELEKTRON is also especially sensitive to varying player skill levels, and receiving as much feedback as possible from the community would be incredibly helpful in making sure that the game delivers the intended experience.”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“The game is planned to be in Early Access for approximately four months, with a final release date around late August; this date may change as feedback comes in for the game.”

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

“Major differences between Early Access and the final release would include major bug fixes and an overall smoother gameplay experience. Enemies may be significantly changed and/or added, and while there are a full set of stages available, there may be additional stages If there is enough interest. Additional game modes may also be considered before the full release with enough feedback. The full version will be released once the game is well-polished, addresses feedback from players and accurately represents the vision that both fans and I have for it.”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“The game is fully playable from start to finish, with 14 stages included. Currently, Early Access players may experience game-breaking bugs and there are likely to be significant gameplay / balancing differences (most notably changes in enemies, weapons, and stage design) between Early Access and the full release as changes are made to address player feedback.”

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

“There will be a price increase when the full release of the game launches.”

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

“Early Access players can submit feedback on the Steam Discussions page. This could include reporting bugs, providing feedback on specific aspects of the game, or expressing interest in features that could be added. News will be posted on updates and changes to the game, and changes that were made because of player feedback will be highlighted. By full release, CHROMA+ELEKTRON should reflect several contributions made by the community.”