Why Early Access?

“Enchantress was chosen to be a Final Major Project for University. Considering development has been over a course of 3-4 months, it is missing content that would put the game to its completed potential. This allows a continuation for development after the initial release as the specific concept requires a level of skill to obtain. Labelling for EA will resolve the current state of the game.”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“The timeframe for continued development of Enchantress will lead to the end of 2020 due to other matters clashing. Giving this time will put the game in a strongly playable condition for Final Release. No precise date has been finalised. This could potentially extend if players provide feedback that may be open to suggest newer content.”

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

“- Improved Sound Design such as Music and SFX
- Saving functionality
- Smoother Animation
- Improved AI
- Improved Story elements (dialogue, cinematics)”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“Current State of Enchantress is:
- Story driven elements (Flashbacks, Cutscene)
- 2 playable levels
- Object Interaction
- Friendly UI (Inventory, Map, Journal)
- 1 Standard AI
- Current Playthrough time has not yet been calculated due to missing story elements.
- Game optimization is currently set to a default state, aiming for the ideal experience.”

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

“Pricing is not set to change when the final version has been completed as the scope of the game is reasonable to the already given amount.”

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

“The use of community feedback is a strong requirement to assist int the completion of Enchantress. I want to ensure players that this not the latest masterpiece, but the beginning of one. I would strongly accept feedback from you playing Enchantress and seeing what else can come from this.

I will use a range of techniques to recieve player feedback. Such as providing online surveys that will be posted on the community page. I will also start online blogging to ensure regular updates are shared with the use of YouTube and Tumblr.

Should any playthroughs involve bugs, It would be duly noted if anyone can provide evidence via screenshots, videos or descriptions. preferrably media based as I learn better visually. This will be my point of contact.

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