Why Early Access?

“Deserted development started four years ago. Until now we’ve been working and rewriting the game to meet our expectations. This time our goals are to share our game with you during Early Access and establish a dialogue that will help us to make this game an enjoyable experience for all players.

During Early Access we will focus on three key elements:
Building a community- We want to build a strong Steam community where we can stay in contact with you while we keep focus on development and improvements to our game. We want to provide information about all the latest updates, also hear and discuss your feedback on the latest improvements. Whether you found a bug, have some design feedback, we want to talk about it.

Utilizing a feedback loop- While we established the story and have a vision for the complete game, players often provide input to propel a game from good to great. This is also our first 3D title, and we are very small team of developers so we want to listen and make sure we're meeting everyone's expectations of the game. For players that give especially useful feedback, we want to find a way to recognize them.

Creating meaningful content- We believe through the beta phases of development we can thoughtfully and consistently support Deserted during Early Access. We know to ask for your money for an unfinished project is a big deal, therefore our plan is to successively provide you with all of the game chapters and additional content and improvements that will derive from our dialogue on our Steam forum.”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“We plan to use Early Access for approximately 9 to 12 months. This intentional delay will provide us with time necessary to make sure the game launches in a complete state without a hitch. We want to finish a game that provides players with hours of enjoyable and exciting content.”

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

“The full game will feature additional chapters to complete the story and will include fully implemented local co-op. Each chapter features unique areas, puzzles, new enemies and vehicles to traverse over vast terrains. Players will be able to play as either a female or male special operative and have the ability to customize their character appearance. Finally, we want to make sure the game is super polished by the time we go 1.0. This includes game features as well as localization beyond just the English language.”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“The core game loop is fully implemented but will continue being polished throughout Early Access. At Early Access launch, Deserted will feature the complete first chapter of the game. This chapter will feature space and on planet game play and introduce a large part of the story. Players will traverse dense forests, enormous spires, and ancient ruins. Many secrets and paths lay hidden for players to find that uncover the lore and offer upgrades and weapons. Explorers will be rewarded with unique items, and upgrades to help them along on the journey.”

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

“For purchases during Early Access the current price will remain the same. After Early Access expect a small price increase at full game launch. We will be adding many new levels and features to the full game . At the current time we don’t have a set price for the game. We’ll definitely let you know about it ahead of time!”

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

“We are particularity interested in:
Improving game playability and balance.
Suggestions and ideas.
Bug finding.
Supporting test branches.
Recognition and highlight of the Community cue members for their contribution.”