Why Early Access?

“The open nature of STUDIO also makes it immensely valuable to get feedback from Early Access customers on what parts of the experience have the most potential. Also, STUDIO is built on RTX raytracing technology with some unknown implications. What kinds of stories do you want to tell? What tools will help you most in fulfilling your vision?”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“We anticipate that STUDIO will stay in Early Access throughout 2021, but it ultimately depends on the feedback we get along the way.”

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

“The Early Access version will differ from the full version mostly in available content. During Early Access we plan to:

• Add additional Levels (or shoot locations) based on user feedback. Some will be free, others will not be.
  
• Provide additional environment and character prop options.
  
• Add new lighting(sky) presets.
  
• Improve camera controls and options.

STUDIO will remain Free to Play but the potential of the game will grow as in-app purchase options increase throughout the Early Access period. When we have achieved content and playability worthy of “version 1” we will exit Early Access. The possibilities are truly limitless and we hope to get your feedback on which features would empower you most as a storyteller.

Some content items will be exclusive to the Early Access period in order to encourage participation in building STUDIO.”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“The current state of STUDIO has some known limitations, however we have confidence that you will still be able to build great things despite its initial rough edges. The current version should give you a feel for the mechanics and potential of the experience. The known limitations include:

• Currently there is a single Level (or shoot location). We will add to the available environments based on user feedback. Some will be free, others will not be.
  
• Saving is currently limited to the user placed props in the level. We will work on this to include player state (all characters, current pose, and weapon).
  
• There is currently no sound FX--basic foley is the target.

• The look of any assets may change at any time during Early Access.
  
  We are choosing control and freedom over safety. You will be able to go through walls and do strange things. With great power comes great responsibility ;).

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

“We plan on maintaining the Free to Play model with in-app-purchases.”

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

“We want the community to influence the development on a deeper level than just bug reports and minor fixes. Our vision is to let community feedback guide the development of what environments, tools, and content we make. We are very eager to get actual player feedback and let that guide us in what direction to take the experience.”