Why Early Access?

“Once Upon The Universe is a very ambitious game and currently I am developing it as a solo developer. Early Access allows me to build the game together with the community from an early stage instead of designing everything in isolation.”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“The current plan is for the game to remain in Early Access for around 24 months.”

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

“The full version is planned to offer significantly more variety, depth and polish. This includes more objects, more ways to interact with the game world, more civilization behaviors, more events, more anomalies, improved balance, better visuals and many refinements based on community feedback.”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“The current version contains the core foundation of the game: a simulated universe with cosmic progression, formation of stars and planets, the emergence of life and civilizations, Creator Influence and Creator Antagonism, divine Anomalies, civilization development, planetary conditions, resources, buildings, economy, basic diplomacy, trade, conflict, fleets. Victory condition is achievable.”

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

“The price may increase during Early Access or at the full release as more content, features, polish and overall depth are added to the game.”

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

“Community feedback will be a major part of development. I plan to stay in contact with players primarily through the Steam forums and the official Discord server. I want to build not only the game I personally dream of but also a game shaped by people who are excited by this kind of cosmic simulation.”