Why Early Access?

“Solo-developed party games are tough! I'm looking for friends: and lots of 'em! As many eyeballs as I can get on this thing to show me the obvious corrections that I'm too close to this project to see. What's more, initial indicators of success will allow me to gauge the scope of this game. Will it be a one-and-done neat couple of levels to pull out with close friends on occasion? Or could this dumb little game warrant an online mode- or even a single player campaign?

Join me and find out!”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“It truly depends on the feedback I receive, but my expectations are that if this game is on the lower end of moderately successful and there's enough feedback to bring this thing to a mirror shine, then around 5 months for extra polish, characters, music, stages, and modes.

With any luck, however, it could be in early access significantly longer.”

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

“Depends on the level of interest! Instead of running a Kickstarter where I make promises based on vague number assessments of stretch goals, I'd like to allow organic growth to expand this game.

For the first major update, we plan on including new characters, new items, new stages, and at least one new mode.”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“Playable- even fun!

The game is a fast-paced top-down shooter for 2 to 4 people, both frenetic and strategic. The addition of multiple unique guns and abilites that assist in slowing down hordes of ninjas such as windblasts and blackholes makes for a subtly unique party game experience!

The game is thus far bug free and containing four characters, four guns, two modes, two stages, and extremely catchy battle music by the extremely talented CHAOTUNE.”

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

“Yes, it will likely be at least 25%-50% more expensive after it is fully featured.”

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

“I'm looking for suggestions, things I'm missing, things I'm too close to see and any ideas that are available! I can't fulfill everything but it's my hope to expand this game not only to my vision but to the vision of the others I hope to share the fun with. A multiplayer game is only fun if everyone's having fun after all!

If you'd like to provide feedback for Inverse Ninjas VS. The Public Domain, we'll be paying close attention to the Steam Community page as well as our own X/Twitter page at @InverseNinjas”