Why Early Access?

“Piece of Ship is my idea, but I want the game to grow together with the players.

Early Access allows me to shape the game based on real feedback from people actually playing it. I want players to tell me what is missing, what feels frustrating, and what could make the game even more fun and chaotic in co-op.

This is a game built around shared panic, communication, and emergent situations, and those work best when they are tested and refined together with the community.”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“I plan to release the full version within approximately 6 to 8 months.

The development will be split into stages:

- Initial Early Access release
- A major update with additional mechanics and more maps
- Final release with all confirmed features and randomly generated maps

The exact timeline may change depending on feedback and development progress, but the goal is a complete and polished full release within this timeframe.”

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

“The full version of Piece of Ship is planned to include:

- More playable maps
- Randomly generated submarine layouts
- Additional gameplay mechanics
- Visual and polish improvements

Early Access focuses on the core experience, while the full version expands and refines it based on what works best.”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“The Early Access version is fully playable and focuses on the core gameplay loop.

It includes:

- One playable submarine map
- All core mechanics required to survive a run
- Full co-op functionality
- Short, complete sessions that end in success or failure

The game is stable enough to play, but additional content, polish, and features are planned throughout Early Access.”

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

“Yes. The price of the game will increase gradually as new content and features are added during development.

Early Access offers the lowest price point, with increases planned for Major Update and the Final Release.”

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

“Player feedback is a core part of development.

After each game session, players are shown a summary screen with an optional feedback button where they can share suggestions and ideas.

In addition, a dedicated Discord server will be available where players can discuss the game, report issues, and propose new mechanics. Community feedback will directly influence future updates and features.”