Why Early Access?

“Nearborn is being developed by a team of just two developers. We chose the Early Access model because we want to create a much larger, more atmospheric, and more immersive world than we can deliver at launch.

Our main goal is to transform the Abyss into a living surreal world filled with exploration, mysteries, and its own unique history. Throughout Early Access, we plan to significantly expand the game world by adding new points of interest, abandoned ships filled with supplies, unique dungeons, mysterious locations, and additional events, making every journey more varied and unpredictable.”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“We plan to remain in Early Access until the core gameplay systems, world, and story reach the level of quality and scale that matches our vision for the project.

Since the game is being developed by a team of only two people, we don't want to commit to a specific timeline. Delivering a polished experience is more important to us than releasing the full version by a particular date.”

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

“We plan to gradually expand nearly every aspect of the game.

Our primary goal is to increase the size and density of the world by introducing new points of interest, unique dungeons, characters, ruined structures, ships, collectible items, secrets, and new stories that reveal more about the nature of the Abyss.

We also want to continue expanding the Soul Organ system, allowing each newly acquired organ not only to grant additional abilities but also to unlock previously inaccessible areas of the world.

Our plans also include expanding environmental interactions, exploration mechanics, new challenges, bosses, puzzles, and additional gameplay systems that will make every journey through the Abyss even more diverse.

Another important part of development is expanding the game's lore. We want to further explore the origins of the Abyss, its structure, the history of the souls that inhabit it, and the reasons behind its existence, gradually revealing new details as players progress.

Some ideas are still in the design phase and may evolve throughout development. We want Nearborn to grow with community feedback and the experience we gain during Early Access.”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“At its current stage, Nearborn is already a fully playable experience featuring its core exploration mechanics.

Players can journey through the Abyss, explore the world, complete the first dungeons, search for Soul Organs, solve puzzles, interact with the environment, and discover the game's core concept.

At the same time, a significant portion of the world, new locations, mechanics, characters, and story content is still in development and will be gradually added throughout Early Access.”

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

“We believe that as the project grows and more content is added, the overall value of the game will continue to increase.

For that reason, we may gradually adjust the price as major updates are released and the game approaches its full release.”

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

“For us, Early Access is an opportunity to build Nearborn together with our players.

We carefully read community feedback, discussions, and suggestions. Player feedback helps us understand which mechanics work best, which ideas generate the most interest, and which areas of development should receive the highest priority.

Since Nearborn is being developed by a team of only two people, community feedback plays an important role in shaping our development priorities. We want Nearborn to grow not only through our own ideas but also with the help of those who begin exploring the Abyss from the very first days of Early Access.”