Why Early Access?

“A Solo Journey with a Community Vision: As the sole developer behind Before1700, I've dedicated over two years to crafting a stable and engaging PvP/PvE survival game. Leveraging assets from the Unreal Marketplace, such as maps, armor, equipment, and weapons, has accelerated development, allowing me to focus on creating a unique gameplay experience.

Building a Survival RPG with a PvP Heart: My vision for Before1700 is to establish a Survival RPG that thrives on PvP interactions (Arena, Open World) while incorporating PvE elements (dungeons, environmental challenges, loot chests). This balance aims to offer a diverse and dynamic gaming experience.

Community-Driven Development: Early Access is a crucial step for Before1700. It opens the door for player feedback to shape the game's direction. I believe in a collaborative development process, where your voice matters. Through our newly launched website, players can create and vote in polls. If a proposal garners significant community support, I will work to integrate that feature or improvement into Before1700. This approach ensures the game evolves with the community's aspirations at its core.

Empowering Creators and Players: The website also serves as a platform for creators to upload their own 3D assets. Community votes will determine which assets make their way into the game, further personalizing and enriching the Before1700 universe.

Growing Together: Early Access is more than just a development phase; it's about building a game with its community, for its community. Your feedback is the driving force that will help expand development capacity and refine Before1700 into a game we all love.”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“Focused on Quality and Community Guidance: While the goal is to transition out of Early Access within approximately one year, the journey to perfecting Before1700 is not solely bound by time. The majority of the game's core functionality is already in place, laying a solid foundation for what's to come.

A Balance of Development and Feedback: This next phase is crucial—it's not just about adding the finishing touches but also about refining and enhancing the game based on testing and community feedback. The vision for Before1700 is to evolve into a game that not only aligns with my aspirations as a developer but also resonates deeply with the player community.

A Flexible Timeline for a Refined Experience: The commitment to delivering a polished and player-focused game might extend the Early Access period slightly if needed. The priority is to ensure that when Before1700 fully launches, it will be a testament to the dedication and collaborative efforts of both the developer and the community.”

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

“Expanding Horizons: The full release of Before1700 is envisioned to be a more enriched and expansive version of the Early Access game. Here's a glimpse of what we're aiming for:

Enhanced Arena Mode: Imagine a more intense and immersive gladiator/deathmatch experience. Players will face off in thrilling battles, honing their skills and battling for loot and prestige. We plan to continually refine this mode to make each combat encounter unforgettable.

Dynamic Open World Lobby: This unique level is a world shaped and owned by you, the players. When you host a game, your creative constructions and content set the stage for others to join. Whether it's cooperative play, a bit of mischief, or teaming up for Arena and Dungeon challenges, the Open World Lobby is the heart of our shared adventure.

Co-Creation and Evolution: While these are the foundational elements we're starting with, the full version of Before1700 will evolve with your input and our ongoing development efforts. We're committed to expanding the game's scope, introducing new features, and enhancing the overall experience.

A Journey Together: Our vision for Before1700 is to create a gaming world that grows and evolves with its community. We're excited to embark on this journey with you and can't wait to see where it takes us together.”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“Explore a Thrilling World: Dive into the vibrant realm of Before1700, where adventure awaits at every turn! In this current Early Access phase, you can:

Build and Craft: Unleash your creativity by constructing houses and crafting essential items.
Cultivate and Harvest: Engage in the serene art of agriculture, nurturing plants from seed to bloom.
Engage in Combat: Experience the thrill of both PvP and PvE battles in our expansive open world, known as the Lobby Level.
Ride into Adventure: Traverse the landscape on mythical dragons or gallop through fields on horses.
Dynamic Environments: Immerse yourself in a world that changes with dynamic foliage, weather conditions, and a captivating day-night cycle.
Dungeons and Arenas: Challenge yourself in dungeons and arenas accessible through the Lobby menu. Team up, ready up, and dive into action!
Loot and Conquer: Defeat monsters or rival players to discover valuable loot and gear.
Climb the Ranks: Increase your Battle Rating by besting other players and check your rank against other Before1700 warriors on our website.
Continuous Improvements: Please note that, as an Early Access game, you might encounter some bugs. We're dedicated to making your gaming experience as smooth as possible and appreciate your feedback during this phase.

Embark on an unforgettable journey in Before1700. Your adventure, your story – start shaping it today!”

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

“I hope to keep the price the same for Early Access and Launch.”

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

“A Dedicated Platform for Interaction: To ensure the community is deeply involved in the development of Before1700, a dedicated website has been established. This platform will provide comprehensive insights into the game's development progress and the evolving direction of the game. It's not just a window into the development process; it's an invitation for active participation.

Community-Powered Decision-Making: One of the key features of the website is to empower players to directly influence the game's development. Through polls and forums, community members can propose, discuss, and vote on various aspects of the game, from features to content. This process ensures that Before1700 grows in a direction that resonates with its players.

Discord: A Hub for Player Interaction: While I won't be using the community-run Discord for official communications, it remains an important space for players to connect, share experiences, and build a vibrant community around Before1700. This hub of player interaction is crucial for fostering a strong, engaged gaming community.

A Collaborative Journey: Involving the community is not just a part of the development process for Before1700; it's one of its core principles. The game is envisioned to evolve through a collaborative journey with its players, ensuring that every step taken is in harmony with the community's aspirations and feedback.”