Why Early Access?

“The game is currently in a playable and fun state, but I want to take it much further. My goal is to build a dual experience: a sandbox where you can enjoy watching races without being 100% involved, as well as a deep and complete management system for fans of the genre.

I am convinced that this vision can only be achieved with player feedback. Early Access allows me to continue long-term development while directly integrating your suggestions to make the experience as enjoyable and engaging as possible for everyone.”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“The Early Access period is planned to last approximately one year. This timeframe will allow me to integrate community feedback, refine the game's balance, and polish the simulation mechanics to ensure the final version meets the highest quality standards before the full release”

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

“I plan to significantly deepen the management and technical layers of the simulation. The intended roadmap includes:

- Manager Mode: I aim to introduce a campaign mode where players could manage an extensive database of competitors, including specializations and career cycles.

- Content Expansion: I plan to add new strategic powers, weather conditions, and visual effects (VFX) to enhance immersion.

- Editor Improvements: The track editor is expected to receive new assets and backgrounds.

- Streamer Experience: I intend to develop further interactive features to make Twitch-integrated races even more engaging for viewers.

- Technical Polish: Ongoing optimization and UI refinements are a priority to ensure smooth performance with several hundred competitors on screen.

- Modding Support: I am exploring the possibility of adding tools to allow the community to create and share custom content.

These plans may evolve based on player feedback and technical feasibility during the Early Access period.”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“The current version is stable and offers a complete core experience. All the main systems described in the 'About This' section are already implemented and fully functional:

- Creative Tools: Full track and cup editors, and competitor database management.

- Simulation Engine: Real-time calculation of speed based on weather, 10 road types, and competitor stats.

- Game Modes & Features: Three distinct modes (Classic, Elimination, and Points) are available, along with a dynamic betting system and stars shop.

- Twitch Integration: Full support for streamers, allowing viewers to join the race directly via commands.

The game is already optimized to simulate several hundred competitors simultaneously, providing a solid foundation for the balancing, community-driven feedback, and polishing phase during Early Access.”

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

“The price of Unreal Race will increase gradually to reflect the addition of new content and features. By joining the journey now, you benefit from the most advantageous rate: this is my way of thanking the early community members who believe in the project and support its development from the very beginning.”

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

“The community is the engine of this project. Player feedback is essential for identifying priorities and refining the game's balance. I value community input immensely and will work closely with players to improve the game. You can provide feedback, bug reports, and suggestions directly through the Steam Community forums or the official Discord server.”