Why Early Access?

“Model Kit Shop Simulator is built around a satisfying store management loop, but we want to use Early Access to refine and expand the experience with community feedback. Alongside balancing the Hobby Basket System, we plan to improve progression, pacing, and newer features such as Build Tables, where customers can assemble their kits inside the shop. Our goal is to make the game feel polished, rewarding, and distinctive within the store simulation genre.”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“We plan to keep the game in Early Access for approximately 6 to 12 months. However, this may change depending on community feedback and the scope of improvements and new content added during development. Our goal is to leave Early Access only when the game feels complete and polished.”

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

“We plan to significantly expand the game during Early Access. Planned additions for the full version include:

- Employee System for stocking shelves and handling checkout
- Assembly Models that let customers visually build kits at Build Tables
- More store customization options such as floors, walls, shelves, and decorations
- Additional model kit themes and product variety
- Economy improvements, rare model kits, and deeper progression systems
- Steam Achievements and Cloud Save support”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“The current version already offers a playable and stable first-person store management experience. Features currently available include:

- Complete core store loop: ordering products, stocking shelves, setting prices, and serving customers
- Hobby Basket System, where customers purchase matching paints alongside their model kits
- Build Table System, where eligible customers can use Build Tables after checkout
- Multiple product themes and paint types ready to be sold
- Store expansion system for growing your shop
- Dynamic wholesale pricing and economy-driven gameplay”

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

“Yes, we plan to increase the price slightly after full release. We believe in rewarding early supporters who join during development with a lower entry price.”

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

“We will actively gather feedback through the Steam Discussions forum and our official Discord server. We are especially interested in feedback about balance, progression, usability, and new content. We also plan to use community feedback to help shape future features, themes, and quality-of-life improvements during Early Access.”