Why Early Access?

“Shadow Touched emerged as a passion project during my apprenticeship, and its journey is far from over. Early Access provides an opportunity to invite players into this evolving world, where their feedback becomes an integral part of the game's growth.

Goals of Early Access:

• Community Collaboration: I am committed to creating an experience that resonates with players. Early Access allows me to collaborate with the community, harnessing valuable feedback to refine and enhance the game. Your insights will help me shape the future direction of Shadow Touched, ensuring it becomes a game that makes players want to play it.
  
  
• Iterative Development: Shadow Touched is not a stagnant project; Early Access enables continuous development, introducing new features, levels, and improvements over time. By participating in Early Access, you are joining me on this journey, witnessing and contributing to the game's evolution.
  
  
• Commitment to Completion: Your support in Early Access fuels my dedication to seeing Shadow Touched through to completion. I am prepared for the responsibility of ongoing development, ensuring that the game reaches its full potential.
  
  Thank you for being a part of the Shadow Touched community. Your enthusiasm, feedback, and shared experiences will play an important part in the development of Shadow Touched.

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Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“Shadow Touched is a labor of love, and my goal is to ensure it reaches a level of content and polish that both I and the community can be proud of. While game development is not easy, and unexpected challenges may appear, I aim to transition Shadow Touched out of Early Access within a reasonable timeframe.

Approximate Timeline:

At this point, I anticipate that the game will remain in Early Access for roughly a year. However, it's crucial to emphasize that this is a flexible estimate, and my primary focus is on delivering a complete and polished experience rather than adhering strictly to a predetermined timeline.

While we are on this journey together, I will keep the community informed through regular updates, sharing progress, and milestones achieved. Your feedback during Early Access will be important in shaping the trajectory of Shadow Touched, ensuring that it develops into a fully realized and satisfying gaming experience.

Thank you for your patience, understanding, and support as we work together to refine Shadow Touched.”

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

“Shadow Touched, in its Early Access iteration. As we progress toward the full version, my vision for the game includes some exciting features and enhancements that will elevate the player's experience.

Planned Additions:

• Tutorial levels:: The full version will feature tutorial levels, where the player can learn about Twilight's mechanics, the Shadow dimension, the power-ups effects, and the dangers of enemies.
  
• Expanded Level Design: The full version will boast a more extensive array of meticulously crafted levels, each presenting unique challenges and opportunities for exploration. Prepare to traverse diverse environments that will put your platforming skills to the test.
  
• Save System: A requested feature, the full version will introduce a save system. Players will be able to save their progress, quit the game, and pick it up right where they left off.
  
• New Enemies and Mechanics: Brace yourself for encounters with fresh adversaries and intriguing mechanics. The full version will introduce new enemies that will challenge the player's platforming skills.

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What is the current state of the Early Access version?

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• Single Playable Level: The level included in the early access build tests the player's platforming skill.
  
  
• Enemy Variant: Encounter the Knight, the only enemy in this initial release.
  
  
• Checkpoint System: Navigate the level with the reassurance of a checkpoint system.
  
  
• Dimension Switch: Master the power of the shadow dimension. Seamlessly switch between normal and shadow forms to unlock unique abilities, each playing a crucial role in overcoming obstacles and enemies.
  
  
• Power-Ups: Discover power-ups placed throughout the level. These enhancements will help you in completing the level, adding layers of strategy to your platforming adventure.
  
  
• Time Tracking: Embrace the challenge of time as a key component. A timer tracks your progress, adding an extra layer of strategy for those seeking to complete the level with the fastest time possible.

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

“Rest assured, the pricing for Shadow Touched will remain unchanged after the Early Access phase.
There won't be any surprises in terms of pricing.
Your support during Early Access ensures your continued access to the evolving world of Shadow Touched without any additional cost.”

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

“The Shadow Touched community is at the heart of the game's evolution, and your input will shape the direction of the experience.

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• Active Engagement: Join my Discord server, where I am personally active and eager to connect with the community. Share your thoughts, ideas, and feedback directly with me and fellow players. Engage in discussions, offer suggestions, and be a part of the ongoing conversation that shapes the game.
  
  
• Exclusive Sneak Peeks: Get an insider's view of the development process. I'll share exclusive sneak peeks and behind-the-scenes content directly on Discord. Witness the evolution of Shadow Touched in real time and be the first to explore new features and improvements.
  
  
• Feedback Channels: Your feedback is invaluable. Dedicated channels on Discord have been established for specific aspects of the game, such as mechanics, and overall gameplay. Share your experiences, report bugs, and contribute ideas to foster a collaborative development environment.
  
  
• Community Polls: Have your say in the decision-making process. Participate in community polls to influence key aspects of the game's development, such as prioritizing features, or deciding on new content. Your votes will have a direct impact on the future of Shadow Touched.
  
  
• Bug Reporting: Help me ensure to deliver a polished gaming experience by reporting bugs and issues directly on Discord. Your contribution will be greatly appreciated and will contribute to the stability and quality of the game!
  
  Join the Discord community! Link: https://discord.gg/zhVHc79DYp

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