Why Early Access?

“Red Filament is currently in an early prototype stage. Expect the game to change substantially in the coming months as early feedback is collected and the major game systems come online. Steam keys are being handed out as needed. A lot can change! Stay tuned!”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“We currently estimate that Early Access will last until Summer 2026. Red Filament is still under heavy construction, however, and a lot can change (including this estimated date!).”

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

“Our Early Access builds are intended to validate design, art, and story decisions without showing the entire game. We plan to gather feedback, digest it, and use it to help guide the development of more levels, threats, items, and story beats.”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“Since Red Filament has only passed its First-Playable milestone, the game only has its core gameplay elements:
- One level (the small cargo ship) with loot, locked doors, access codes, and keycards.
- Six types of loot to recover.
- Three types of threats (tripwires, corrosive gas, and the {redacted}).
- A complete interactable system (for pressing buttons, picking things up, etc.).
- A complete HUD (including info, warnings, reports, goal tracking, and reminders).
- First-pass implementation of the Vitals and Inventory systems.
- First-pass audio implementation.
- A work-in-progress exfiltration airlock.”

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

“Early builds of Red Filament will be free for playtesters but only accessible by Steam Keys given by Cloak & Quill Games (the developer). Once the game enters its Open Beta stage, those keys will be revoked and anyone will be able to purchase the Early Access version of the game and play. We expect the price of the game to increase as we add more content, features, and polish.”

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

“Since Cloak & Quill Games is a tiny studio with only one full time worker, player and community feedback is critical to the development process. We need those juicy opinions to help identify the best and worst parts of the game, and to make sure we're meeting player expectations and communicating properly. For early feedback and questions, please email Alan (that one full time worker) at akestrel@cloakquillgames.com!”