Why Early Access?

“I developed this game by myself and I'm 25 years old. I made this game in a few months, I stopped everything to make Operation Marakudja (study, work, family, social...). I gave everything for this game. Even if there are still some bugs in the game (please don't hesitate to let me know, I'm looking for valuable feedback to improve the game experience.) I really want to make the game as stylish and playable as possible. I chose early access for Operation Marakudja because I want to go even further and make a real multiplayer game that's fun and entertaining. I may not be the best at programming, 3D modeling, animation, special effects, music, sound effects and lots of other things, but I'm ready to devote myself 100% to Operation Marakudja.”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“The goal would be a maximum of 1 year. Ideally, I'd like to set up a team and work 100% on the game. If I've managed to do it in a few months, then we can get it up and running in a few months too.”

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

“I'd really like to change the current graphic style of the CelShading characters by making them "cartoon realistic" - for example, Hevo the lemur will have fur instead of a colored applat.
Change the artistic direction of the game's maps and give the game its own graphic identity.
There are currently 3 game modes: "Raid of Marakudja", "Marakudja Giant" and "Marakudja & Balloons". Ideally, there should be a dozen different game modes.
When you break a yellow gift block, you get 3 powerups: the heart, which gives you 50 HP; the cloud, which creates smoke; and the lightning, which makes you invincible. I wish there were 15 powerups in all, such as the Cactus powerup, which lets you launch cactus balls that damage other players.
As for the maps, there are 4 of them. Twenty or so would be really cool, and it would be great to diversify the music for the maps.
Of course, many more characters
A competition mode
I've still got a lot of ideas in store.”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“Currently you can create a join server, there's also the Free Fight button which lets you join or create a random server. A private server creation system with a "secret phrase" you create that you can share with your friends so they can join your game. There are 5 characters, 4 maps each with 5 random music tracks, 10 different costumes to unlock as you play a character and gain levels. Each character has a special ability called "Instinct-Animal" which allows you to have a special power like "Risko" the duck who can launch a C4 egg to make them all explode. 3 game modes: "Raid of Marakudja", "Marakudja Giant" and "Balloons & Marakudja".A chat and voice system.”

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

“I plan to increase the price as new content and features are added.”

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

“I'm looking forward to your feedback on the Steam, X (Twitter) and Discord forums.
I also hope that you, the community, will allow new players to interact with each other.
I'm a big believer in Operation Marakudja as a project where I, the developer, and you, the players, can take the game to the next level.
Based on discussions within the community, I'll make sure to improve the game as quickly as possible and implement any improvements that weren't included in the basic development. I look forward to your feedback on the game!”