Why Early Access?

“We want to deliver the most immersive and chilling experience possible, and Early Access allows us to refine the game with direct feedback from our players. By engaging with our community, we can fine-tune the narrative, adjust gameplay elements, and ensure the horror and tension hit just the right notes.

Your input will help us shape the final version, ensuring that choices, branching paths, and overall atmosphere feel as impactful as they should in a grimdark world filled with dread and consequence.”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“We would target 12 to 25 months for time to gather feedback, make necessary improvements, and ensure the game is polished before its official release.”

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

“The full version is intended to expand upon the Early Access experience with additional content, refinements, and polish. We plan to improve and enhance various aspects of the game based on player feedback, which may include:

Further developing the story and branching paths, refining combat and puzzle minigames for better balance and engagement, enhancing visuals, animations, and sound design for a more immersive atmosphere, Improving performance, UI, and overall game stability.

Our goal is to ensure the final version delivers the best possible experience while staying true to our vision. Player feedback will play a key role in shaping the final release.”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“The Early Access version is a fully playable experience featuring a significant portion of the story, core gameplay mechanics, and the immersive grimdark horror atmosphere we’re aiming for. Players can expect:

A complete first act with multiple branching paths, including prologue.

Combat and puzzle minigames that challenge players and add depth to the experience.

High-quality visuals and sound design that set the tone for the full experience.

A polished but evolving experience, with room for additional content, refinements, and improvements based on player feedback.

While the foundation is solid, there may be unfinished assets, balance tweaks, and additional content still in development. We’re actively working on expanding the game and fine-tuning it with community input to ensure the full version delivers the best possible experience.”

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

“Price will not change, but we may charge for DLC or in-app purchases.”

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

“Players who join us during the Early Access phase will have the opportunity to provide feedback on various aspects of the game, from storyline and character development, to gameplay mechanics and visuals. Regular surveys and polls will be conducted to gather player opinion on specific features, content updates and overall satisfaction. We will share developer diaries and updates to keep the community informed about our progress, challenges, and upcoming features. This transparency will build trust and keep players engaged throughout the development process.

We plan to collaborate with content creators and influencers to showcase the game and gather broader feedback. This will also help spread the word about "Xoru: The Nightmare Wars" and attract new players.

We will set up dedicated forums and a Discord server where players can discuss the game, share their thoughts, and interact directly with the development team. This will foster a sense of community and provide a platform for open communication.

Select members of the community will be invited to participate in closed beta testing phases. This will allow us to gather detailed feedback on new features and ensure everything runs smoothly before the official release.

Hosting special events and contests, such as design challenges or storytelling competitions, will provide fun and interactive ways for the community to contribute to the game's development.”