Why Early Access?

“We chose Early Access to actively involve players in shaping Artisan’s Enigma while the core experience is being expanded. The game is already playable and representative of its vision, but player feedback is essential to refine puzzle design, interaction flow, difficulty balance, and comfort in VR. Early Access allows us to iterate responsibly and bring the experience to its full potential.”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“We expect Artisan’s Enigma to remain in Early Access for roughly 12 months. This timeline may evolve as development progresses, but it reflects our current goals for content completion, polish, and stability before full release.”

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

“The full version is planned to include:
Additional artisan workstations and puzzle sequences
Expanded environments and workshop areas
Deeper narrative progression and lore tied to ArtiGianni
More complex and varied puzzle mechanics
Improved visual polish, audio, and environmental storytelling
Further accessibility, comfort, and UX improvements
Early Access players should expect a shorter experience with fewer stations and limited narrative scope compared to the final release.”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“The Early Access version features a fully playable VR experience including:
A detailed Renaissance workshop environment
Core artisan-themed puzzle mechanics
Interactive tools and manual object manipulation
Narrative guidance through the spirit ArtiGianni
VR-native controls, feedback, and minimalist UI
The game is stable and playable, but content is not yet complete and will expand during development.”

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

“The game will be offered free during Early Access. As new content and features are added and the game approaches full release, the price is planned to remain free.”

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

“Community feedback is central to development. Players will directly influence:
Puzzle clarity and difficulty balancing
Interaction comfort and VR usability
Feature prioritization and quality-of-life improvements
Feedback will be gathered primarily through Steam discussions, update posts, and direct player reports. Development updates will be shared regularly to keep the community informed and involved.”