Why Early Access?

“The majority of the game has been built and optimised. And unlike most games, I have a chatting system as a substitute to any actual story that a game would normally present. However, this system has only been fleshed out half way through the game. On top of this, the game currently has no proper ending and has been given a mock ending until I can build my Finale Update which is when I will consider this game finished and ready for a full launch.”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“As of right now, there is no planned release date beyond the fact that the game will be considered "released" with my Finale Update. The reason for the lack of a release date is that my day job is what pays for my bills and sometimes life takes priority over game development. With that being said, the game is in a solid state to be enjoyed by anyone who is willing to give it a try hence me releasing it early access.”

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

“The biggest changes that will be noticed from then and now will be what I've stated above. Fleshing out my chatting system and building my Finale Update. However, there will be lots of smaller, more whimsical additions that will be happening along the way in the form of side projects [I.E. New patterns to unlock, New levels to troll specific players with, lots of little and varied secrets here and there, etc.]. Finally, once I do launch the Finale Update, I will have it set up so that anyone may try any officially released version to witness first hand how the game has changed over time.”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“Other than finishing my chatting system and building my Finale Update, the gameplay itself is fully built, optimised, and ready for stress testing all the way up until the finale. But even though it's still being worked on, I can promise a full gameplay experience for any who is willing to give my game a try right now whether it be for Windows or Apple. I've even made a demo for those who are simply interested into what I might be capable of providing in a game.”

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

“Yes. As of right now, the game is priced at $3 USD*. When I release the next update that completes my chatting system, the price will raise to $5. And when I finish the Finale Update and officially launch this game as a full game, it will be raised to its final price of $7.

*Please note that other currencies will be adjusted accordingly to their conversion.”

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

“If it isn't obvious from how I worded out the description of my game, one thing that I am greatly lacking of is feedback. Or at least the kind that's a little bit more...unbiased than the kind you get from friends and family. The kind of criticism to help me truly have a better understanding of where I'm succeeding and, more importantly, where I might be failing if I am. The best way to send this input is by sending it to mazemayhemfeedback@gmail.com. This is also the best way to inform me of any bugs or glitches that you may have discovered.”