Why Early Access?

“We’ve chosen to launch the game in Early Access to gather valuable feedback from the community and refine the experience before the full release. While the core gameplay is already stable, we believe player input will help us:

Balance gameplay – Adjust combat mechanics, pacing, and difficulty based on real-world playtesting.

Add new content – Introduce missions, maps, characters, or features that players are asking for.

Optimize performance – Fix bugs, improve frame rates, and reduce loading times.

Increase engagement – Experiment with new modes, limited-time events, and community-driven activities.

The current version is already complete enough for you to enjoy the main features, but there’s still more exciting content on the way. We want you to not only play early but also be part of shaping the final game.”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“We expect the game to remain in Early Access for approximately 3–6 months. However, this timeframe may be adjusted depending on player feedback, development progress, and the scope of additional features we decide to implement.

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

“In the full version, I plan to expand the tower defense experience with more game modes, new maps with unique layouts and challenges, and additional hero or tower types to diversify strategies. I also aim to improve existing mechanics, fine-tune difficulty balance, and polish the visuals and sound effects.

My vision is to make each map feel distinctive and rewarding to master, while keeping the gameplay fresh with varied objectives and enemy types.
Please note that while these are my current plans, they may change based on player feedback and development needs.”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“Pixel Survivors: Defense in its Early Access state already offers the full core gameplay loop: intense pixel-style action tower defense where you choose your hero, collect skills, upgrade power, and survive relentless waves of enemies.

The current build includes:

Multiple heroes, each with unique playstyles.

A variety of active and passive skills to collect, upgrade, and combine.

Several maps with distinct layouts and difficulty levels.

Diverse enemy types and challenging bosses with unique mechanics.

Roguelike progression ensuring every run feels fresh and unpredictable.

While the game is already stable and fully playable, more maps, heroes, skills, and enemies are planned for future updates, along with performance optimizations and balancing improvements.”

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

“The price may increase after Early Access as I add more content, such as new maps, heroes, skills, and features. This is to reflect the added value of the expanded version while rewarding early supporters who join during development.”

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

“I have both a dedicated email address and an official Discord group where players can reach me directly to share feedback, report bugs, or ask questions. I actively monitor both channels, respond to messages, and use community input to shape future updates, improve gameplay balance, and add meaningful new content.”