Why Early Access?

“PIGFACE is a project that requires a lot of time and attention to detail in order to design levels of appropriate fidelity and create systems that don’t catch fire. However, it also features simple objectives with many solutions and an array of equipment for the player to use. Because of this, much of the current content in PIGFACE does not depend on systems and equipment that will be added later.

Rather than waiting until everything is done, it makes more sense for me as a developer to allow players to experience the game as it is, and enjoy the new things as they are added. This gives you, the player, an opportunity to provide feedback to me, the developer, as well as give you the chance to play and replay levels that are designed to be experienced more than once, and sometimes with new, fun tools.

Additionally, since this game relies heavily on complex enemy interactions, Early Access will ensure that their AI is developed to be consistent, fun, and chaotic.
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Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“PIGFACE is planned to be in early access until it is content complete and polished, which we currently estimate to be about a year. The game is fully funded and will be launching into 1.0 regardless of the success of Early Access.”

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

“In the full version of PIGFACE there will be optional levels that will feature their own narratives and unlocks; already-completed levels will be able to be replayed with different gangs occupying them; entity AI will be more responsive and dynamic; there will be dozens of additional weapons, additional masks, and a proper game ending.”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“The Early Access version of the game will include additional levels, weapons, masks and abilities compared to the demo of the game. It will also include more settings, accessibility options, and polished features, in addition to more content in general. ”

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

“Yes, the game will enter early access and incrementally increase in price for the v1.0 release as we release updates with new content and features.”

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

“With the release of Early Access, I will frequently be reading the Steam forums and responding best I can to any feedback, suggestions, or bug reports.”