早期アクセスにした理由

“We’re launching Soulkin in Early Access to involve our community in shaping the game’s development. As a small indie team at Tambu Games, your feedback is invaluable in helping us refine gameplay mechanics, balance difficulty, and expand the world of Ankiril. By releasing in Early Access, we can work together to create a more polished and enjoyable experience. Your support and insights will make a significant difference as we bring Soulkin to life.”

このゲームは大体どのくらいの期間早期アクセスですか？

“We foresee Soulkin being in Early Access for approximately 9 to 12 months. We plan to release additional content in a chapter-based format during this period. The initial Early Access release will include the first two chapters, with more chapters added as development progresses. Along with new chapters, we will introduce new mechanics and continuously improve the existing content based on community feedback. This approach allows us to expand the game world and storyline while refining gameplay, ensuring a rich, immersive experience. Your input will be crucial in helping us create the best possible version of Soulkin for the full release.”

早期アクセスバージョンと計画されているフルバージョンの違いは？

“The full version of Soulkin is intended to expand significantly on the Early Access foundation. Here’s what we are planning:

• Additional Chapters: We aim to extend the game content by adding more chapters, including fresh environments, new Soulkin, additional abilities, and new elements, adding greater depth and variety to the game.
  
• Expanded Mechanics: We plan to expand the gameplay mechanics to deepen the strategic elements and enhance player engagement.
  
• Extended Soulkin Roster: We aim to add more Soulkin to collect, each with unique abilities and attributes, adding greater variety and tactical options.
  
• Enhanced Visuals and Art: We plan to improve the game's charming art style, adding more detailed environments and character designs.
  
• Polished Gameplay: Ongoing improvements to balance, performance, and overall gameplay experience based on player feedback.
  
• Additional Features: Lastly, we desire to add more surrounding content such as artifacts, events, and boss battles to enrich the gameplay.

Our goal is to deliver a richer and more polished experience that fully realizes the vision of Soulkin. Your feedback during Early Access will be invaluable in helping us achieve this.”

早期アクセスバージョンの現状はどうなっていますか？

“The Early Access version of Soulkin provides a substantial introduction to the game’s mechanics and world. Here’s what’s included:

• Chapters: The game currently features two main chapters, each representing a unique location.
  
• Elements and Soulkins: Players can explore 4 of the elements, with a total of 32 unique Soulkins to recruit—8 for each element.
  
• Boss Battles: The game includes 6 challenging boss battles, providing a glimpse into the tough encounters ahead.
  
• Core Tactical Gameplay: Engage in strategic turn-based battles on a hexagonal grid, utilizing the unique abilities of your Soulkins.
  
• Artifacts: Discover and use 20 different artifacts to enhance your gameplay experience.

While the core gameplay and mechanics are well-established, we are continuously working on polishing and expanding the content. Player feedback during Early Access will be crucial in guiding our improvements and additions.”

早期アクセス期間中と期間後ではゲームの価格は変わりますか？

“We plan to gradually raise the price as we ship new content and features.”

どうやって開発プロセスにコミュニティを参加させる予定ですか？

“Community involvement is vital to the development of Soulkin, and we have several plans to ensure your feedback helps shape the game:

• Feedback Channels: We encourage players to share their thoughts and suggestions on our Discord server and Steam Community forums. This direct feedback will help us understand what works well and what needs improvement.
  
• Regular Updates: We will provide regular updates and patch notes detailing our progress, changes, and new content based on community feedback.
  
• Surveys and Polls: Periodically, we will conduct surveys and polls to gather player opinions on specific aspects of the game, helping us prioritize features and improvements.
  
• Bug Reporting: Players can report bugs and issues through our designated channels, ensuring we can quickly address and resolve any problems.
  
• Beta Testing: Before major updates, we will invite community members to participate in beta tests, giving them an early look at new content and features while allowing us to gather valuable feedback.
  
• Developer Q&A Sessions: We will host Q&A sessions where the development team will answer community questions and discuss upcoming features and updates.

Most of these activities will be held on our Discord server, so join us there to be an integral part of the development journey. By actively engaging with the community, we aim to create a collaborative development process that ensures Soulkin becomes the best game it can be. Your input is invaluable to us, and we look forward to building this game together.”