Why Early Access?

“The game is currently in development, but it's already playable and available for testing. ”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“Over several years in Early Access, we've already completed about 70% of the core gameplay development. I believe we won't be able to implement the remaining 30% before the end of 2026. The timeline might extend even further.”

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

“Currently, most of the core mechanics have been implemented: flight and physics, contracts, mining, station and factory construction, basic economy, and PVE activities. For the game to be ready for release, we need to balance PVP, implement battles for space sectors (PVP and PVE), and polish the economy.

In the full version of the game, we plan to introduce as much content as possible, including ships, weapons, and various types of equipment.”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“At the moment, the game has already implemented important mechanics which are the basis of our game. We have an open game world which is constantly changing. The game map is divided into locations, some of which are dynamically generated. Every day you can get a new gaming experience while exploring a particular location.
From the very beginning of the game, you get a weak ship, a small amount of money on your account and weak weapons. Various prospects are opening up before you even now:
- You can engage in mining. Resources are different in rarity and cost, and you will have to search for a deposit, because the world is constantly changing.
- If you are interested in the transportation of goods and earning loans through the purchase and sale of goods at favorable prices, we are ready to please you with an economic model based on the mechanics of supply and demand. Each station in the Arcanum system obeys these laws, produces and consumes various resources;
- Despite the fact that the game is built entirely on the online mode, the game world is also filled with various NPCs - characters, each of whom does his own thing. You can engage in robbery of NPC traders, or fulfill contracts for the search and destruction of pirates;
- You can fulfill various kinds of contracts together with your friends. We have a great system of group assignments that will keep those who are used to playing together from getting bored. Accompany merchant ships, supply stations with the necessary resources, explore new outer spaces or cleanse the world from pirates - all this can already be done together with your friends;
- Having earned a sufficient amount of ingame money, you get the opportunity to build your own station or plant, establish a production blueprint and conduct business in the Arcanum system;

In the current version of the game, light, heavy fighters, as well as a merchant ship and a corvette are available. In addition, some fighters can be assembled from several different modules (frame, wings, engine, cargo hold - separate components).
You may even find something suddenly intriguing and interesting in the Arcanum system, like the space cat! ;-)
This is not a complete list of what awaits you in the early version of the game, because in order to list everything in full, you need to try very hard to not forget anything. We will be glad if you personally want to discover the wonderful world of our game! :-)”

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

“It is possible that the price of the game will rise slightly when it moves from Early Access to full release.”

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

“We are already working on the game with the Closed Beta members, and we intend to work in the same style after going into Early Access. Moreover, the game has a separate menu with titles, which lists all the participants who help us with their ideas or content.
We are open to communication, we have a Discord channel where we discuss the project, test the game together, or even hold various events.”