Why Early Access?

“Punch Champs is a tactical brawler focused on competitive gameplay. Early Access lets us refine the game with community feedback, tuning character balance, improving gameplay and exploring new features.

This phase allows live testing and rapid iteration to align the game with player expectations. Our goal is to build a strong, engaged community and deliver a polished, enjoyable experience.”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“Punch Champs is expected to stay in Early Access for 14 to 18 months, though this may change based on development progress and player feedback.

During this time, we’ll gather input, test new features, and make balance adjustments. Regular updates will add new characters, arenas, and modes, all shaped by community insights”

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

“We’re building on the Early Access foundation with improvements driven by player feedback:

• More Characters & Customisation: New fighters with unique abilities and added customisation for deeper strategy.
  
• Expanded Arenas: More dynamic stages, possibly with environmental challenges.
  
• New Game Modes: Potential additions like tournaments, seasonal events, and weekly challenges.
  
• Graphics & Audio Upgrades: Ongoing visual and audio enhancements.
  
• Community Features: Improvements to matchmaking and social tools based on feedback.
  
• Refined Balancing: Continuous tuning of characters and mechanics.

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What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“The Early Access version of Punch Champs offers a core experience focused on refining gameplay through player feedback:

• Core Gameplay: One fully playable level showcasing tactical brawling mechanics.
  
• Basic UI & HUD: Displays key info like KO counters, player indicators, and round timer.
  
• Initial SFX & Music: Basic audio elements to be improved based on feedback.
  
• Single Arena: One interactive stage for testing balance and combat dynamics.
  
• Ranking Screen: End-of-match screen to highlight winners and boost replayability.
  
• Power-Up Feature: Two power-ups to assess gameplay impact.

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

“Punch Champs will be priced lower during Early Access to thank players for their feedback and reflect the limited feature set.

The price may increase at full release to match the added content and improvements. Any changes will be clearly communicated in advance to ensure transparency.”

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

“Community involvement is central to Punch Champs’ Early Access development. Here’s how we’ll engage players:

• Regular Updates: Steam posts and forums for progress, feedback, and upcoming content.
  
• Interactive Playtesting: Live sessions to try new features and share immediate input.
  
• Surveys & Polls: Gather opinions to guide key decisions.
  
• Beta Testing: Major updates tested by the community before launch.
  
• Active Discord: Q&As, sneak peeks, and open dev-player dialogue.

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