Why Early Access?

“As Gung Beetle is our first game of this scale we want to involve the community in the development of our end game activities and progression systems, we want to make the best possible game we can and we can only do that with community support.”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“We are expecting a 4-6 month Early Access period, this may change as we adapt to community feedback.”

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

“We are planning to adapt our roadmap around player and community driven feedback.
Our active roadmap includes:
* Larger variety of balls to roll with.
* More weapon combos and part subtypes with greater differentiation for weapon suppliers.
* More enemy types and mini bosses.
* Hidden levels and unlockable secrets.

subject to community feedback.”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“Initial state for Early Access has the following:
* 487 gun parts across 4 part types with each type having many different subtypes.
* 105 different gun core/bodies.
* 116 different gun clips.
* 123 different bullets.
* 143 different barrels.

* 8 balls with unique stats and different passive and/or active abilities.

* 3 Levels with unique layouts enemies and randomisation.

* Meta progression system involving build slots for 12 different building types that can each be upgraded and customised.”

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

“We are not anticipating a price increase during our Early Access period.
We plan to raise the price slightly if we hit our full release targets.”

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

“We'll be collecting feedback through Steam and Discord, or alternatively our feedback form linked in game.”