Why Early Access?

“We’re launching Guardians of Dao in Early Access because the game’s fun lives in the moment-to-moment rhythm created by real-time tactics + roguelite builds. Getting that rhythm and balance right takes broad feedback from players with different play habits and build preferences—not just more content.

Early Access lets us iterate openly and make the game better together with the community.”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“We expect Early Access to last around 6–12 months.

During this period, we’ll aim for monthly updates with new content and improvements, and we’ll share key changes and what’s next in our announcements.”

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

“During Early Access, our main focus is expanding content and polish—the core systems are already in place. The full release aims to deliver a more complete experience, including:
◆ More story chapters and dungeon content for a larger-scale adventure
◆ More heroes, deities, and build paths to make playstyles feel more distinct
◆ More enemies, elites, and bosses to increase variety and challenge
◆ Improved onboarding, clearer information/UX, and overall quality-of-life updates
◆ Ongoing balance and pacing refinement so multiple strategies remain viable”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“The Early Access launch will include the main story content of two complete chapters, built around a replayable core loop:

Explore dungeons → command heroes in real-time card-driven combat → gain divine blessings and relics → craft your build → challenge bosses → unlock and experiment with new builds

The planned Early Access launch version includes:
◆ 2 full story chapters + multiple random adventure events
◆ 5 sects × 2 weapon paths (10 recruitable martial hero archetypes)
◆ 4 deities’ blessings + a relic system that can be freely mixed into multiple build routes
◆ 4 bosses and a variety of elite enemies as key milestones within chapters
◆ A cyber-forge and weapon system infused with alien tech to support long-term equipment/build progression
◆ Monthly updates: new content, balance adjustments, and continued improvements to core gameplay and UI”

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

“We want early supporters to get in at a better price, while also ensuring the price fairly reflects the game’s growth over time.

The initial Early Access price will match the current amount of content and expected playtime. As we expand the game during Early Access, the price may increase in stages at specific milestones—and it may be adjusted again for the full release. If there are any price changes, we’ll always announce them in advance.”

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

“We plan to stay closely connected with the community through Steam Discussions, Discord, QQ groups, player surveys, and regular update posts. Player feedback will directly influence balance changes, content priorities, and system adjustments. We’ll prioritize the most common issues and requests, and clearly explain what changed, why it changed, and what we’re doing next.

Our goal is to maintain a transparent, friendly, and collaborative environment—so players can genuinely help shape the future of Guardians of Dao.”