Why Early Access?

“Silly Suspects is a procedurally generated detective game that offers a unique experience with every playthrough, from distinctive crime scenes and dynamic characters to ever-changing cityscapes. As a small development team, we aim to harness community feedback to fine-tune these complex systems and ensure the game meets your expectations. Your involvement will be crucial in shaping the game’s final form, allowing us to incorporate ideas that resonate with our players.

Launching in Early Access enables us to continue developing the extensive range of art assets, dialogue options, and NPC behaviors needed for the game’s diverse and ever-evolving world. The community’s feedback will help us refine these elements and expand the variety of content, ensuring each investigation remains fresh and engaging.

We see Early Access as a collaborative journey where your insights help guide the game's evolution. Together, we can create a standout experience in the detective genre, with an immersive and replayable game that continually grows and improves. Join us in shaping Silly Suspects into its best possible version!”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“The game should be in Early Access for approximatley 6 months.”

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

“For the full release of Silly Suspects, we plan to include a variety of other features. These planned features include;

• Character customization options
  
• Multi-language support
  
• Online leaderboards
  
• Online co-op and versus

These features are part of our plans, and we aim to implement them to enhance gameplay and foster a vibrant online community, striving to deliver a more immersive experience for Silly Suspects beyond Early Access.”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“The Early Access version of Silly Suspects is fully playable and provides a solid foundation for the final game. Core gameplay mechanics, such as crime scene investigation, character interaction, and procedural generation, are functional and engaging. However, the game currently features a limited variety of art assets and NPC personalities, which we plan to expand significantly with community feedback and continued development.”

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

“We are considering a one time price increase upon exiting Early Access.”

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

“We are committed to making Silly Suspects a game that evolves with its community. To achieve this, we’ll actively engage players through our Discord server, where you can participate in discussions, share feedback, and interact directly with our development team. Our server will host regular polls, Q&A sessions, and provide exclusive behind-the-scenes updates, ensuring that you are a key part of the game’s development journey.

We plan to give players the ability to create and submit their own content, such as unique NPC personalities, dialogue options, and more. This player-generated content can then be integrated into the game, allowing your creativity to shape the characters and stories that populate our procedurally generated world. Contributions will help us expand the diversity and depth of the game's narrative elements.

Additionally, we will host frequent playtesting sessions, allowing the community to experience new features and provide valuable feedback on gameplay mechanics and balance. This collaborative approach ensures that each update reflects the needs and desires of our player base, making Silly Suspects a truly community-driven project.”