Why Early Access?

“We’re choosing Early Access because Neon Nexus™ Lumination is designed to grow organically.
Our goal is to release a Minimum Viable Product something polished, playable, and full of potential
and then expand from there, together with our players.

Early Access allows us to build while we listen. With each update, we’ll introduce new features, structures, and layers of gameplay, shaped by community feedback. This helps us refine what works, improve what doesn’t, and stay close to the vision.

We believe in involving players early. From tracking bugs to fine-tuning the experience, Early Access lets us grow Neon Nexus™ Lumination as a living, evolving world. And every step of that growth is shared with those who helped shape it.

Transparency is key. We will communicate all planned update dates clearly to the community in advance. That way, players know exactly when to expect new features and improvements. We’ll also share a clear roadmap toward the full release, once the game contains enough depth, content, and polish to be considered a complete experience. Until then, Early Access gives players the chance to help shape the future of the game together with us.”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“This twelve-month estimate is based on our current development roadmap. If we find that more time is needed to deliver a truly complete and polished experience, we may extend the Early Access period accordingly. We will communicate any changes transparently with the community.”

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

“We plan for the full version of Neon Nexus™ Lumination to offer a significantly expanded experience beyond the Early Access release. While the Early Access version includes the core mechanics, base building, and the initial evolution stages of the Citadel, our goal is to gradually introduce deeper systems, narrative elements, new quadrant types, additional Lumina-based technologies, and extended interaction with the Luminarch and the VIRA missions.

We also intend to expand the ambient multiplayer features over time. While players remain in their own quadrant, we are exploring ways to let them subtly share energy signatures or environmental patterns, creating a quiet sense of connection, without requiring direct interaction. That said, our current focus is entirely on delivering a strong and polished solo experience.

Our vision is to grow the game alongside the community. Feedback from Early Access players will help shape what we prioritize and how we refine or expand existing systems. Over time, we aim to deliver a richer universe with broader gameplay options, improved visuals, and a more immersive soundtrack.”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“The current version includes working float-mode and build-mode movement, basic node placement, and stream-linking mechanics. Players can build within a small quadrant and experience early versions of the Citadel evolution system. Core ambient audio layers and visual feedback, such as fading quadrants and glowing structures, are already functional. While the game is still in an early state, the core gameplay loop of building, swarming, and quadrant response is implemented.”

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

“Yes, the game will be priced differently. During Early Access, players can join at a lower price as a way to support the project and follow its development closely. As we expand the content, improve the experience, and approach the full release, the price will be adjusted to reflect the game’s final scope and quality.”

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

“We plan to involve the community through consistent updates, clear communication, and structured feedback channels. Players will be able to share their thoughts via Discord, the Steam forums, and through in-game feedback tools. We’ll post regular devlogs, share our roadmap, and allow players to vote on certain features or content directions.
Our goal is to make the community feel heard without compromising the vision of the game. We’ll use feedback to improve systems, fix bugs, and prioritize what matters most to players during development.”