Why Early Access?

“Ruins of Dead has its core gameplay loop (combat, waves, progression, and multiple maps) in place and is playable; however, it still needs real player feedback to reach its best version. Early Access allows me to iterate quickly on what matters most: balance, difficulty scaling, performance, UI clarity, and content pacing.

As a solo developer, I’m committed to continuing development throughout Early Access. I plan to actively gather feedback through Steam Discussions and Discord. Early Access is also one of the most transparent ways to develop this game.”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“I aim to reach the full release within 6 months to 1 year.”

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

“Planned features (not guaranteed): co-op gameplay, doubling the total number of maps, at least 10 new characters, and at least 3 new weapons.”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“The core game is fully playable and stable: 5 maps, 5 weapon types, 14 enemy types, and character progression through the in-game shop. Early Access is mainly for balancing, polishing, performance optimization, and expanding content based on community feedback.”

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

“The price will not change.”

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

“I plan to put the community at the center of the development process. I’ll gather feedback through Steam Discussions and Discord, and I’ll also use regular polls to help prioritize what to work on next.”