Why Early Access?

“Early Access will give Phaseshift the opportunity to develop from valuable feedback with a passionate community. I want to invoke all of the nostalgia from past combat racing titles with a new modern twist, and I need your help!

Since going public in April 2021, the quality of the game has vastly improved, only thanks to fantastic suggestions from the community. As a solo developer, I lack the people power and creative resources from more established and larger teams. The more voices and ideas, the better!”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“This all depends on you! Additional game modes and tracks are all planned to be added; how these take final form depend on insight and input from the community.

The plan is at least 6 months in Early Access - at most maybe a couple years. The intention is to keep adding content post full release too, as this is certainly a passion project.”

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

“The full version will contain:

• Splitscreen multiplayer
  
• More bikes and customisable options
  
• More championships and leagues to win
  
• More environments and track layouts
  
• New abilities and weapons

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What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“Currently, Phaseshift's gameplay is completed. It's now in an asset creation period - developing new tracks, layouts, bikes, abilities, multiplayer and extending the single player campaign.

At present you can expect:

• 29 tracks
  
• 11 Championships to complete under the Early Access League and Test Leagues
  
• 7 game modes including race, team race, elimination and time trial
  
• 17 usable and unlockable weapons and abilities
  
• 4 fully customisable bikes
  
• 17 pilots to choose as your teammate
  
• 9 AI teams to battle against
  
• 25 Steam achievements to complete!

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

“Yes, the price of the game will increase as more features are added. I want to make sure early adopters get the best value.”

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

“The Phaseshift Discord is the main community hub for all feedback and suggestions. This allows me to keep track of everything that has been suggested in each channel, and talk to people about their ideas in an organised way.

I'm also happy to receive thoughts and ideas through the Steam Community board, though I may not be as responsive.”