Why Early Access?

“"Don't Sleep" is entering Early Access to allow us to build the best possible horror experience in collaboration with the community. We believe that player feedback is essential for refining the gameplay, balancing the difficulty, and creating truly terrifying and memorable moments. By releasing in Early Access, we can work directly with players to shape the future of "Don't Sleep" and ensure it becomes the ultimate sleep paralysis horror game.”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“We anticipate "Don't Sleep" will be in Early Access for approximately 3-6 months. This timeline is subject to change based on community feedback and the development progress. We'll keep everyone updated on our progress and any adjustments to the schedule.”

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

“The full version of "Don't Sleep" will expand upon the Early Access foundation with a richer and more terrifying experience. We plan to add:

-More diverse and challenging monsters, each with unique behaviors and weaknesses.
-Enhanced story elements and lore to further immerse players in the chilling narrative.
-Improved visuals and sound design to amplify the atmosphere of dread.
-Additional gameplay mechanics and features based on community feedback.”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“The current Early Access version of "Don't Sleep" features a playable core experience with several unique monsters to encounter, the core mechanics of limited movement and strategic survival, and a chilling atmosphere that captures the feeling of sleep paralysis. While the game is fully playable, it is still under active development. You may encounter bugs or unfinished features, and we encourage you to provide feedback so we can address them.”

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

“The price of "Don't Sleep" will remain the same throughout Early Access and after the full release. We want to make the game accessible to as many players as possible and believe that a consistent price is the best way to do that. By purchasing during Early Access, you'll be supporting development and getting the full game at the final price.”

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

“Community involvement is crucial to the development of "Don't Sleep." We will be actively monitoring feedback on the Steam forums, social media, and through in-game feedback tools. We encourage players to share their thoughts, suggestions, bug reports, and even their scariest moments! We'll use this feedback to prioritize features, balance gameplay, and make "Don't Sleep" the best horror game it can be. We are committed to transparency and will keep the community updated on our development progress and how their feedback is being implemented.”